Dear Friends,
This week we gather together to celebrate Pentecost.
A little word
those people who are led by God’s Spirit are his children. God’s Spirit doesn’t make us slaves who are afraid of him. Instead, we become his children and call him our Father. God’s Spirit makes us sure that we are his children. Romans 8.14-16 (CEV)
Pentecost, the coming of God’s Spirit, is all about relationship. The Spirit is the bond between us as sons and daughters of the same heavenly father. It is that family likeness that we all share. The Spirit came and broke down barriers, and so we celebrate both our difference and our unity.
Things to pray for
- Give thanks for the bonds that bind us to brothers and sisters around the globe.
- For the wisdom and peace of the Holy Spirit to guide us daily.
- For our government and other agencies seeking to find answers to poverty in our communities.
Sunday services in the Church
9.15am Gathering
Informal and relaxed space, often with a cuppa and discussion.
10.30am Holy Communion
Pentecost
Readings: John 14.8–17, 25–27 & Acts 2.1–21
CoGs Kids’ church is on this week during the service
Refreshments are available after the service.
7pm Reflective Service
This week is an Examen meditation. Using the Ignatian model we seek wisdom and growth from our experiences.
This Week’s Headlines
Administrator
We are delighted that Sarah Sharp, our new Administrator will be starting this week. Sarah will work Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings. Contact details remain the same.
Final clear-up push
There are a number of jobs to do, big and small, light and heavy, to get everything back to tidy and useful. It would be lovely to have the Holroyd Room serviceable again. Will would love you to speak to him if you think you can help out.
What’s on?
Wednesday – 9.30am Stay and Play in the Welcome Centre.
Thursday – 10am Holy Communion followed by refreshments and Lunch Club in the Welcome Centre.