Not sure how to pray for Christians in dangerous countries?
Brian has highlighted a series of prayers for us to use in praying for persecuted countries around the world. These are especially suitable as we pray during “Thy Kingdom Come”. You will have received them in your Inbox. Regrettably they… Read more
Guest Preacher on Sunday
Raymond is having a break next week. Bishop Lee will be preaching for us on Sunday morning. This will be Pentecost. Paul has arranged for those not online to listen to the Sunday sermon by ringing 01793 378007. This number… Read more
Tajikistan - No 30
It’s an all too familiar story. Sunni Islam is the official religion of Tajikistan, and Islam is seen as part of the Tajik identity. Leaving Islam is a betrayal. Protestant churches are seen as alien sects that aim to undermine… Read more
How is Bishop Lee Doing?
“I have been overwhelmed by the cards, letters and messages of support which I have received since my accident in January. It has made such a difference. Yesterday I received a letter from the orthopaedic surgeon who saw me, confirming… Read more
Thy Kingdom Come
Thy Kingdom Come is 10 days of prayer, from 21st to 31st May, which many churches across the world take part in. Prayer is always important, but the current pandemic may give us more of a desire to call out… Read more
Nepal - No 32
Many Nepalese see leaving the Hindu faith of their ancestors as a betrayal. Christians face opposition from family, community and local authorities. Extremist Hindu groups aim to turn Nepal into a Hindu state again, and churches and hospitals have been… Read more
What About Holy Communion?
We very much miss not being able to take Holy Communion together. Next week is the third Sunday of the month— the Sunday we would normally share this sacrament. We cannot come to table as we used to but we… Read more
Isolating? Abigail Has Sent Us Two Recommendations
www.5adaybox.co.uk: This company is in Devizes and do weekly fruit and veg boxes. You can select your own products and get delivery if you spend £35. www.tquality.co.uk This is a local wholesaler who are absolutely fantastic. They normally supply fish… Read more
Jordan - No 33
As in ancient Rome, Christians from Muslim backgrounds must meet together in underground churches. They may be physically attacked, arrested or lose custody of their children. And yet, the small number of believers from Muslim backgrounds is growing! What courage!… Read more
PCC on Zoom
James presented us with an outline of our financial position. He has no crystal ball but give us three possible scenarios for the future. The lockdown could have a low impact on our finances, a medium impact or a high… Read more
From next Wednesday
From next Wednesday, Andy is going to start projecting the liturgy on to the screen in the same way as he does the readings and the songs. We hope this will help to keep the service flowing and make it… Read more
What about Holy Communion?
Anglican practice is to receive bread and wine from the hands of the vicar. However, the C.of E. is, a very broad church and there are a wide variety of theological positions within it. Raymond has spoken to the Archdeacon… Read more