Author: Robin.Kyd

Prayer of the Week 24 November 2024

Loving God, we acknowledge and celebrate the kingship of our Lord Jesus Christ.
He is the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords,
the one to whom all authority in heaven and earth has been given.
We thank you for his perfect life, his atoning death, and his triumphant resurrection.
As we await his return, help us to live as loyal subjects of our King.
Amen

Holy Communion – Live Streamed – Sunday, 17 November 2024

Celebrant: Revd Ernesto Lozada-Uzuriaga Visiting Preacher: Revd Dr Terry Boyle, Regional Pastor, Insight for Living UK Gathering Music Welcome Father God, whether our hearts are full of songs of joy, or songs of sadness, we come before you this day, offering you all that we are, that our whole lives may become a song of praise...

Prayer of the Week 10 November 2024

God of peace, as we remember those who have given their lives in service to their country.
We pray for peace in our world and an end to conflict.
Grant that all people and nations may work together in harmony,
and that the sacrifices of those we remember today may not be in vain.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen

Sermon for Covenant Renewal Sunday, 3 November 2024

By Revd Dr Elizabeth Welch [Bible readings: 2 Corinthians 5: 14–20 and John 17: 20–26] It’s a joy to be back here today. I realise that I’ve mostly come back in recent years for funerals of people we’ve known and loved for many years. We’ve celebrated All Saints Day this week, and I’ve been remembering many...

Prayer of the Week 3 November 2024

Holy God, generations know your promises, your covenant of love.
Lord of all, every promise made, you remain faithful to fulfil,
for your ways are holy and your name is holly; all honour and glory belong to you.
So hold us and let your love surround us.
Draw us to your side, and as we wait, we will rise up like an eagle,
and we will soar with you as your spirt leads us on in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Amen

Sermon for Harvest Sunday, 27 October 2024

By Revd George Mwaura [Bible readings: Psalm 65 and 2 Corinthians 9: 6–15] Loving God this morning we gather before you with grateful hearts, as we celebrate your harvest blessings. Prepare our hearts and minds to receive your word that will nourish us spiritually. Amen On this Harvest Sunday, we gather to give thanks for the...

Prayer of the Week 27 October 2024

Gracious God, in the changing seasons of life, you remain faithful.
Even as the leaves turn golden and the harvest is gathered in,
we know that your steadfast love endures for ever.
Thank you for your constant care, from seedtime to harvest.
May our lives bear fruit that glorifies you, just as this abundant harvest testifies to your goodness.
We pray with thanksgiving, giving all glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Amen

Sermon Black History Sunday, 13 October 2024

By Revd Guy Hewitt There is no longer Jew or Greek; no longer slave or free; no longer male and female, for all of you are one in Christ Jesus. Galatians. 3:2 8 I want to begin our conversation for Black History Month reflecting on 1 John 4: 16: God is love, and those who live...

Prayer of the Week 20 October 2024

Lord, thank you for the precious gift of baptism,
that we can publicly declare our love and passion for you.
Lord, we ask for your goodness and blessings to be poured out on this faithful servant.
We pray that you would work deeply within their heart and soul to renew and refresh them each day.
Amen

Service of the Word for Black History Sunday – Live Streamed – Sunday, 13 October 2024

Preacher:       Revd Guy Hewitt, Head of the Church of England’s Racial Justice Unit Ministers:       Revd George Mwaura and Revd Ernesto Lozada-Uzuriaga Gathering Music Welcome Beloved God, Today we bring ourselves into your presence, to celebrate Black History Sunday. Today we remember the legacy of those who came before us – who not only paved the way but...