Dear Friends,
This week we kick off our series on Philippians. It should be good.
A little word
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: rejoice! Philippians 4.4 (NIV)
Paul wrote this letter from prison! What has he got to rejoice about? This letter is an encouragement to be wholehearted followers of Jesus (disciples). Following the way of Jesus will not always be easy (it wasn’t for him), but knowing Jesus and hoping to live life following his example, will always put everything else into perspective. Life can be tough, but it cannot overcome the joy we receive as friends of Jesus. That deep rooted joy is something that cannot be taken from you.
Things to pray for
- Give thanks for the joy we can experience as Jesus’ followers.
- For those who find themselves in prison. For their families and victims. For the ministry of prison Chaplains.
- For the interviews for our new Archdeacon taking place next week.
Sunday services in the Church
9.15am Gathering
Informal and relaxed space, often with a cuppa and discussion.
10.30am Morning Woship
Joyful Discipleship
Reading: Philippians 1.1-11
Refreshments are available after the service.
CoGs Kids’ church is on this week during the service
7pm Reflective Service
This week is a simple, reflective Communion Service.
This Week’s Headlines
Administrator
We are delighted that Sarah Sharp, our new Administrator has started. 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.
Abbeyfield Festival
This is on the afternoon of 13 July. We are having a stall with info. If you could spare an hour to be on the stall or bake some cookies to give away then please volunteer to Vanessa Droz.
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.
Thursday – No Sitting Room meal this month.