Dear friends,
Here is the news for this week.
A little word
All kings shall fall down before him; all nations shall do him service. For he shall deliver the poor that cry out, the needy and those who have no helper. He shall have pity on the weak and poor; he shall preserve the lives of the needy. Psalm 72.11-13 (CW)
Christ the King (the last Sunday before Advent) is when we think of Jesus in majesty, enthroned on high. But as this Psalm reminds us, he is a King, but not as we know it. Leaders around the world, historically and even now, love their pomp and ceremony. They dish out honours, and curry favours. King Jesus raises up the poor and needy and looks out for those whom others ignore. If only we all led like Jesus!
Things to pray for
- Give thanks for those who raise up the poor and call the powerful to account.
- For our PCC and leaders.
- For the COP talks; that commitments to fairness, common sense and climate justice would be the winners.
Sunday services in the Church
9.15am Gathering
Informal and relaxed space, often with a cuppa and discussion.
10.30am Holy Communion
Christ the King
Readings: Jeremiah 23.1-6 & Colossians 1.11-23
CoGs, our childrens group, runs today.
Refreshments are available after the service.
7pm Reflective Service
This Sunday is a chance to spend time consenting to God’s presence in us as we spend time using the practise of Centering Prayer.
This Week’s Headlines
Next Sunday (30 Nov)
Our 10.30am service will be a joint service at St Peter’s. Rev Sue Rose will lead us as we start Advent.
Happening here at lunchtime on Friday 28 Nov.
Amos Trust present Palestinian music, dance and film supporting Alrowwad’s work in Bethlehem and trauma care for children in Gaza. Ticket info here: Beyond the Rubble: Steps of Hope UK Tour 2025 | Amos Trust
Coming up…
What’s on?
Monday – PCC meet in Welcome Centre at 1.30pm
Thursday – Holy Communion at 10am followed by refreshments and Lunch Club. All in the Welcome Centre.