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 …
Recently, seven men of the 9.15am congregation headed south to The Pines for a weekend of fellowship, food and fun, with this year’s theme being ‘Spiritual Battles’. For several, including myself, this was our first men’s weekend, with others being serial attendees, and the dynamics were welcoming and engaging. We gathered on the Thursday night … Read more …
We held our Sunday morning service at Woodlands Park School on Sunday 20th October. We feel we do all age services fairly well, with plenty of interaction and activities and simple messages for all abilities, so we wanted to make it as easy as possible for people to come. With this in mind we are … Read more …
Junior Youth Weekend Away: A Bold Adventure in Faith This October, we kicked off our Junior Youth Weekend Away with 33 young people from St Mary’s and St James’s in Gerrards Cross. We returned to the stunning Oakwood Activity Centre in Wokingham, a perfect place for relaxation, fun, and spiritual growth. Oakwood once again provided … Read more …
