“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you” (Colossians 3:13) This is a simple but hard call. To forgive people the way God forgave you…. Read more

“He has saved us and called us to a holy life not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time” (2… Read more

“The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like that feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights” (Habakkuk 3:19) Faith is not about avoiding difficulty but being strengthened through it. It calls us… Read more

Monday 27th April at 7:30pm Every Parish in the Church of England is required by law to hold an Annual Parochial Church Meeting. This is when the Parochial Church Council (PCC) who are trustees, present their accounts and report on… Read more

“Peace, I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:27) Instead of feeding that anxiety, choose… Read more

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