STRAWBERRY TEA

Unexpectedly our STRAWBERRY TEA today was packed out with people (despite not advertising widely) and raised £580. The money from this will go to the Generation Project, part of our helping hand international project for this year, for all adult ministry groups within The Salvation Army (www.salvationarmy.org.uk/generation). People of all ages, from all our adult ministry groups came and shared in this event, and it was really lovely. We were very busy and the cake stall, craft club cards, bring and buy and refreshments all helped to raise this amazing amount, which no one can quite believe. We are so grateful to everyone who came to help, and everyone who came to be a part of the event. A great kids area was also provided, and as the weather was not too bad it enabled us to use the garden as well.

The hall is prepared beautifully for the renewal of the marriage vows on Saturday of Ken and Andrea Wheeler after 25 years of marriage

SUNDAY 24TH JULY 2011

Lieutenant Nicola led us in worship with two challenging videos being used, as well as the songs Hallelujah to the Lamb; All I once held dear; Great is the Lord and most worthy of Praise; Befriended. She encouraged us to pray through considering popping popcorn and offer our prayers to God. This linked with Captain Ian's reflections, entitled The Performance will now begin, and explored how for some at times the Christian life and collective worship can be just that - sitting back and letting it all happen. A quote sent to the captain this week was shared - People sing about standing on the promises, but are just sitting in the premises! Looking at Colossians Chapter Three, we looked at what the aspects of Christian Living and Worship consists of. During a time for response a number of people made their way to the cross to pray. Songs used in conclusion included If on my soul a trace of sin remains there; Majesty; Alleluia and O For a Thousand tongues to sing. We thank God for another great day together, and was so lovely to have so many with us, including some visitors from other churches.