Shalom: The Peace Christ Brings At Christmas we hear the word peace everywhere. It’s written on cards, sung in carols, and used as a greeting. But in the Bible, peace means far more than just “quiet” or “no fighting.” It speaks of a deep, rich kind of life—a life made whole. The biblical word shalom describes peace as wholeness, well-being,…
Bishop Steven: Support our Jamaican family Bishop Steven has launched an appeal to help the people of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands after Hurricane Melissa devastated the area last month. The campaign will be Bishop Steven’s annual Advent appeal. The storm left thousands homeless and countless buildings destroyed or damaged. Four churches were completely destroyed and…
Bear’s books, “The greatest strory ever told” will be studied in the Advent Study Group which starts next month. In addition, the Confirmation Group are also reviewing it. He is appearing on today’s Songs of Praise – click on the link below to watch. Sean Fletcher is in London to meet world-renowned adventurer, TV star…
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL This year’s festival will run over the weekend of 6th and 7th December. The church will be open to visitors from 11 until 4 on the Saturday and from 11.30 until 4.30 on the Sunday. There will be Christingle making at 9am and a concert at 7pm on the Saturday. On Sunday…
This group will meet in church on Sunday afternoons from 3–4pm. In preparation, you might like to purchase The Greatest Story Ever Told by Bear Grylls. If you are unable to afford a copy, please speak to Andrea. Our first session will be on Sunday, 14th December, and we will meet weekly through Advent and into Epiphany, finishing on 11th January. All…
Would you like to join the Men’s Group for a Christmas Celebration Meal at The Bell Inn? The evening commences at 6:30pm for a prompt 7:15pm start. If you’d like to attend, please download the booking form here and return to Peter Cocks with your payment by December 8th to secure your place – enjoy!
A good time had by all!
A wonderful time was had by all with a festive feel to the whole occasion, with a Santa’s grotto. Great joy was had by all as Santa arrived on his adapted illuminated sleigh! Mince pies, mulled wine and mulled cider was enjoyed by all. A huge thank you to everyone who helped organize the event…
There will be no morning prayer for the two weeks of the holiday period, we will recommence on Monday January 6th, when all are welcome to join us from 8 to 8.30am
The collection we took at the Carol Service on the 15th december was in aid of Emmaus Oxford. The collection, together with another collection in lieu of purchasing individual Christmas Cards, raised a grand total of £467.33. This has already been passed on to Emmaus. Take a look at their website here for more information…