I pondered whether to attend the Gingerbread Evening as I didn’t have a guest to invite, and living in Bracknell it felt a bit of a trek back and forth in the dark after a long day at work (and secretly I am useless in the kitchen!). But my daughter, a keen cook, saw the … Read more …
Why not try our Christmas quiz? Maybe you are putting your feet up after an energetic time with children or grandchildren, or the Christmas dinner is on hold as the turkey needs a little longer to roast …. Below are listed the initial letters of the first lines of 33 Christmas carols. Can you work … Read more …
Beth Gomm, staff member at Christian Connections in Schools spoke at the recent St Mary’s prayer evening. She asked for prayers for CCIS for the following: Please pray for various Christmas presentations continuing to happen both in schools and in local churches for around 50 schools in Slough and in Windsor and Maidenhead. Please pray … Read more …
Andrew and Christian Walker get it. They get that parenting children so that they make good ethical decisions in a world that morally seems to have lost the plot, is hard! They get that parents are time poor, and even if they wanted to would struggle to read all the books they need to keep … Read more …
The year 12 and 13 (age 16 – 18) youth growth groups combined for a Christmas social recently. This involved making and decorating gingerbread houses – some of which ended up as houses and some of which ended up on the floor! Choose your favourite creation from the photos below.
A men’s breakfast is always a top fixture in the calendar: The Men There is something about a men’s gathering, the vibe is different – simplicity, unity, brotherhood, maybe a sense of space, a sense of camaraderie, we are on this journey together, and we’re not that much different from each other. Maybe just the … Read more …
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: you will find a baby … Read more …
Can you answer ‘yes’ to all of these: I know what the purpose of my life is. I am clear how to live out my Christian faith at church and at work. I know what God expects me to do in my day-to-day life. God expects more of me than just sharing the good news … Read more …
As November begins, there’s a noticeable change in the air. The streets start to shimmer with twinkling lights, chocolate shops fill their windows with festive treats, and Heart radio starts playing all the classics. The signs are undeniable – Christmas is just around the corner. For many, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. … Read more …
A Workshop – Men and Women Flourishing in Ministry at St Mary’s On Saturday 18th January we will hold a workshop on Men and Women Flourishing in Ministry at St Mary’s. It will run from 9.30am-12.30pm in the church building and everyone in the church family is invited to attend. In the workshop we will … Read more …
