This was the third United Church Sunday I had been to, and as soon as I heard it announced I put it in the diary. Despite the rain, it was a really good day of coming together – only two services with the picnic lunch in between. I spent most of the day at church, … Read more …
The men’s barbecue is definitely a highlight in the summer calendar at St Mary’s – always well attended by men (and older teenagers) from across the various congregations. This year was no exception. There must have been 50-60 people enjoying a drink and a chat on the decking, catching the last sunrays of the evening … Read more …
Who would Jesus vote for? As the General Election draws near, we may be asking ourselves this question. Of course, Jesus never voted himself! In Biblical times, there were no democratic elections as we have today. It’s also true that Jesus’ teaching of radical love and radical holiness goes far beyond any party manifesto. In … Read more …
The annual mission partner barbecue took place recently at St Mary’s. Read on to find out more about what happens from the different perspectives of some of those who attended, including the mission partners themselves.
A selection of staff-recommended books for summer reading are listed, including those for children.
Juan Carlos and Penny Marces, our Church Missionary Society (CMS) mission partners based in Lima, Peru joined us on Zoom at the monthly St Mary’s Evening in June. Whilst they were both in the same Zoom meeting, geographically they were 700 miles apart from each other in Peru! Juan Carlos was in Arequipa, in the … Read more …
Explorers Time Away is an annual few days away for school year 5 and 6 children. Read about what happened this year!
Simon Eves write about the three years since he left St Mary’s and where he and the family are going next.
Former staff member Tim Adams writes about the last three years and his next steps.
After a busy day of work, I was feeling a little daunted by the prospect of going out again. However, I knew it promised to be a fun event and I knew that the friend I invited was looking forward to it. We were greeted warmly and we both loved the cheese and wine spread … Read more …
