by Julie Turner | Dec 17, 2023 | What's Happening
We have two services on Sunday 17 December (at 10.30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m.) Our evening service at 6 p.m. is our carol service, featuring our children as Nativity characters singing songs from ‘Bethlehem Ballroom’ by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey. So if you...
by Julie Turner | Dec 17, 2023 | What's Happening
In a world of misery and anxiety, the Christmas story points to joy: ‘good news that will cause great joy for all the people,’ as the angels told the shepherds. (Luke 2:10) God leads us to joy, joy that is not dependent on circumstances. That first Christmas involved...
by Julie Turner | Dec 16, 2023 | What's Happening
Jesus told His disciples, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) We may well feel there is little peace in our lives. We may be facing family...
by Julie Turner | Dec 15, 2023 | What's Happening
Paul writes about revenge and living at peace with people: ‘Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. 18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.’ (Rom 12:17-18) Here, he sets out our...
by Julie Turner | Dec 14, 2023 | What's Happening
If we want to cultivate peace in our lives, we need to pray for wisdom. James tells us, ‘The wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. 18 Peacemakers who sow in...
by Julie Turner | Dec 13, 2023 | What's Happening
Paul writes to Timothy, ‘I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.’ (1 Tim 2:1-2) This is a...
