Here’s a version of the ActBC newsletter I sent out today. If you are interested in becoming a prayer partner/supporting any of these church planting/replanting initiatives please drop get in touch via the contact form Dear friends, It has been a little while since I sent round an update on our attempts to encourage urban… Continue reading ActBC Urban Church Planting Update
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The Promise: Christmas 2020
Here’s an update on our plans for Christmas this year. The Government have now confirmed that churches can re-open buildings for public worship regardless of which tier you are in (we opened on Sunday). Although singing remains against guidance in doors, it is now permitted outdoors. This has opened up the possibility of outdoor carols… Continue reading The Promise: Christmas 2020
Journey out of lockdown – return to the Church building with communion
Yesterday was our first opportunity to meet again physically after the second English lockdown. After the first lockdown, we kept things simple at the building. We decided not to recommence communion and we continued to stream a Facebook service from someone’s home which people could then opt to watch at the building. Yesterday we did… Continue reading Journey out of lockdown – return to the Church building with communion
Christmas at Bearwood Chapel
Christmas is going to be a little different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, we still have the opportunity to celebrate and to give thanks for the gift of Jesus and salvation. Each week in the run up to Christmas, we have a special themed service focusing on an aspect of the good… Continue reading Christmas at Bearwood Chapel
The Promise
For those who follow the church calendar, we are entering the season of Advent. For those who like special calendars with a piece of chocolate each day, we are entering the season of Advent. Personally, I enjoy the build up to Christmas. I love carols, I love buying and squirrelling away presents, receiving cards and… Continue reading The Promise
New Horizons update – the vision
Thank you to everyone who have been sharing with us your prayers, thoughts and good wishes as we seek the Lord’s will for our next steps after Bearwood. I wanted to give you a little update on how things seem to be developing in my mind. Really, this is not about a new direction but… Continue reading New Horizons update – the vision
New Horizons
Our time with Bearwood Chapel is coming to an end and I will complete my time with the church on the 31st December 2020. You may be aware that due to severe financial constraints, the Chapel has had to make its staff team redundant. There is a reminder there of the constant challenges that even… Continue reading New Horizons
Harvest Festival
It’s our annual Harvest Festival this weekend. Normally, we would be welcoming everyone to a packed Chapel building for a big service together and we would gather in collections of food. However, we are not in normal times. However, we still want to celebrate God’s goodness to us, have a sense of the whole church… Continue reading Harvest Festival
Coronavirus and The Church of Jesus Christ
Coronavirus and the Church of Jesus Christ Affinity are putting on a special event next Monday (19th October). “Coronavirus and the Church of Jesus Christ” will provide opportunity to hear some stimulating talks from top speakers, to ask questions and join in discussion as we think through how we can glorify Jesus and care for… Continue reading Coronavirus and The Church of Jesus Christ
The First Council of Coronavirus?
Back before schisms and apostacies kicked in, the way that the Church dealt with challenging issues was to pull people together and Biblically, prayerfully and thoughtfully hammer things out. Of course sparks flew as sharp disagreement happened. However, those Councils produced moving creeds and thoughtful Theology helping the church to think carefully on issues such… Continue reading The First Council of Coronavirus?
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