Do not Fear “What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31) If God is for you, opposition does not decide your outcome. The issue is not… Read more

“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.” (Isaiah 60:1) This verse encourages us to stop waiting for the right moment and start living in the light God has already given. It… Read more

The APCM will be held on Monday 27th April. At this meeting we will be electing our new Church Wardens, our new Deanery Synod representatives and there are three places coming vacant for the PCC. Membership of the PCC is… Read more

Please respond by Sunday 12th April It’s that time of year where we ask everyone to think about how much they give to support the life and ministry of St John’s. This annual renewal of giving helps ensure the financial… Read more

Love outlives everything “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease. Where there are tongues, they will be stilled. Where there is knowledge, it will pass away.” (1 Corinthians 13:8) God measures life not by talent or… Read more

“Who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.” (Psalm 103:5) God cares about us. He fills our lives with good things and restores our strength when we feel tired, discouraged, or worn… Read more

“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” (Psalm 94:19) When worries fill your heart, God brings comfort that restores peace and joy. You do not have to face anxiety alone. Stay close to Him and He… Read more

“My fresh and my heart may fail but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever” (Psalm 73:26). There are moments in life when you feel like you have given all you have, only to find yourself… Read more

On Saturday, 21st February, a happy band of 44 of us met for lunch at Hon Xin to celebrate Chinese New Year (Spring Festival), the year of the Horse. It was kindly organised by Charmain who encouraged each of us… Read more

During Lent why not gather items to help those less fortunate than yourselves and create a donation for the Swindon Food Collective, a charity helping to feed almost 9,000 people, of which 31% are children. You do not have to… Read more

“You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book.” (Psalm 56:8) God sees every tear and cares about every pain we face. Nothing in our… Read more

“They rejoice in your name all day long. They celebrate your righteousness. For you are their glory and strength. And by your favour you exalt our horn” ( Psalm 89:16-17) Rejoicing in God is not about pretending life is easy…. Read more