In this week's video, Simon looks forward to this special week ahead with the consecration of the new Bishop of Swindon, The Revd. Neil Warwick, on Thursday morning; and the beginning of Advent this coming Sunday.You can watch the video via this link to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-U5a9kv8pOg
In this week's video, Simon reflects on the gift of encouragement. He reminds us to consider the example of St Barnabas who encouraged St Paul in the spreading of the gospel by the early church. He also reminds us to think about those who led us to faith in Jesus Christ and how we can encourage others and lead them to Christ. He asks how we might return the encouragement to those who brought us to faith by sending them a letter, email or text this week to say thank you!You can watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNC_0OPwwc0
Why not join us this Saturday,18th November 2023 between 11am and 2:30pm for the popular Charity Christmas Market at Christ Church and the Community Centre - FREE ENTRY!To be opened by the Mayor of Swindon and Father Christmas at 11am.There will be over 30 local charities in attendance with stalls full of Christmas present gifts and ideas.As well as the great choice of stalls, further highlights include:Father ChristmasChristmas Carols sung by the choirFestive handbell ringingBell Tower Tours (timed entries)RaffleRefreshmentsPlease note that all participating charities will keep all of their proceeds.You can download the flyer at the bottom of the pageLocation: Christ Church and the Community CentreCricklade StreetSwindonSN1 3HBFor more info:email: sec.focc@gmail.comTel: 01793 617237#christchurchswindon #christmas2023 #christmasmarket
In this week's video, Simon reflects on the Remembrance Services of last week and looks ahead to the coming week in the church.Simon focuses on reconciliation and bridge-building and draws our attention to Jesus' prayer for unity in John 17 and our partnership with the Old Town churches.Simon asks that we pray for peace in Gaza and Israel, and in Ukraine and Russia; and for the meeting of the General Synod this week in London. Simon ends the video with the Old Town Partnership prayer.You can watch the video on YouTube using the link below:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ItHbP6kKtA #christchurchswindon #churchlife #weeklynews #weeklyupdate
