The Parish of Holy Cross WoodchurchCOVID-19The Church continues to be alive and active, but our buildings must close. Across the nation we are seeing a huge increase in the number of people falling sick with COVID-19. We must distance ourselves from one another and prevent the spread of infection in order to save lives. Therefore, as well as public worship being suspended, this and all church buildings in the Church of England are now closed. Our worship of God and our care for each other continue but cannot be done in this building. Please see our website (www.holycrosswoodchurch.uk) and Facebook page (Holy Cross Church Woodchurch- approved) for further information regarding the life of this worshipping community. The Rector of this church can be contacted in an emergency by telephoning 0151 677 5352 or 07766 031757 or emailing parishoffice@holycrosswoodchurch.uk Or Christine.broad@holycrosswoodchurch.uk“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with your entire mind and with all your strength . . . Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these.” To protect the vulnerable amongst us, please do not leave your home except for essential trips.
Your local church is praying for you at this difficult time but has to share the news today that the Church of England has taken the difficult decision to suspend all public acts of worship and services with immediate effect. We are called to pray where we are and when we can even though we will not be gathering together. Our prayers will still be heard and you may like to light a candle in a window at 7pm as a sign that you are praying, a symbol of faith hope and love at such a time as this. At Holy Cross Woodchurch, to comply with the Church of England’s decision, services will not be taking place until further notice. There will be no service for the present time at7pm Tuesday10am Wednesday8am Thursday (during Lent)8am Sunday10am Sunday9am Monday For information regarding baptisms, weddings and funerals please contact the parish office on 0151 677 5352 (Sue).Please continue to pray for all who are affected by the Coronavirus. As the Psalmist says , “ God is our refuge and strength! “ Psalm 46 v 1.God bless you Christine
Following a period of advertisement during the month of October 2018, shortlisting on 3rd November 2018, and interviews on 26th November 2018, we are now pleased to announce that the Revd Christine Broad, currently serving as Associate Vicar of the Parish of Oxton, has been offered and has accepted the position of Rector of Woodchurch. (Subject to the completion of legal formalities) Christine will join us as Rector in 2019.Christine will come to us with over 12 years experience of ordained ministry having served as a Team Rector in Hanley, Stoke on Trent prior to moving to Oxton. Prior to ordination, Christine was a teacher for many years.As a former resident of this parish, Christine is very much looking forward to moving to Woodchurch with her husband Nick and working with you in the power of the Holy Spirit to grow the Kingdom of God in this place.Christine has been to Woodchurch quite a few times covering services during the vacancy and she says she has always been made very welcome.
