Time away often means charting the unknown. We might use a real map, rely on the Satnav’s relentless instructions, or even trust our own intuition. In all cases it is important to know where you are and where you’re going. Even though I’ve got a reasonable sense of direction, it really does help to know...
Sunday evenings from 6.00-7.30 p.m. To be held in Christ Church Centre (also midweek in home Bible study groups). ‘Discipleship Explored’ is a course designed to give you the time and space to think about what it really means to live the Christian life. This eight week journey through the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippians, will help you...
The next Olympics ‘Rio 2016 ‘ will predominate August. The founder once said: ‘the Olympics are a pilgrimage to the past and an act of faith in the future’ (Pierre de Coubertin, founder of the Olympic movement). It aims to promote good relationships between the five continents that send athletes to compete. Another important symbol...
Is our attention is focused on the crown or the circle? The official birthday celebrations for Her Majesty the Queen will lead to many celebrations. Thanksgiving services will mark her long a fruitful reign as our monarch, making the crown prominent in our minds. Others may be preoccupied with the circle: the flag of Europe,...
The Ascension used to be a significant Christian festival in the calendar. It celebrated how after his resurrection Jesus ascended to heaven – returning home to his starting point until His return at the end of the age to wrap up history. Funnily enough I don’t hear the whoops of joy or the clapping of...