Weekly Newsletter, Sunday 14th January
Dear friends,
Happy New Year! As we embark on the journey of a new year, let me encourage you to consider diving into the wisdom and guidance offered by the Bible. A Bible that is well read and falling apart, often means its owner is not. Regardless of one's religious beliefs, the Bible contains invaluable lessons in love, compassion, forgiveness, and perseverance. It’s stories and teachings have inspired and guided people for centuries, offering solace in times of uncertainty and joy in times of celebration. Exploring the pages of the Bible can provide a sense of connection to something greater than ourselves, infuse our lives with deeper meaning, and offer profound insights to help navigate the complexities of the world. So, as we step into this new year, let's embrace the opportunity to seek wisdom and inspiration from the scriptures.
Haven’t got a copy? Please let me know, I would love to gift you one.
Try free copy of Our Daily Bread - a daily devotional here: https://odb.org/subscription/uk/
Need an app for on-the-go reading? Try the free Bible in one year : https://bible.alpha.org/en/#start
So Happy New Year, and may this year be filled with peace, love, and spiritual growth for all of us.
Love,
Revd Grant
SERVICEs THIS WEEKend
Confirmation Service - 28th April 2024
Exciting Service of Confirmation!
We are thrilled to announce an upcoming service of confirmation on the 28th of April at St. Stephen’s Church which will be for the whole benefice. This joyous occasion marks a significant milestone in the spiritual journey of people in our community. Those who have been baptised as children, or those who have come to faith a little later in life and who are now ready to make a commitment to the Lord of their own accord are invited to join in this marvellous service which will be taken by Bishop Tim Wambunya, an Oxford Diocese Assistant Bishop.
If you or someone you know is ready to take this meaningful step, please get in touch with Revd Grant so we can discuss the service, preparation and arrangements. Let us also pray for all those seeking confirmation, as they embrace their faith with open hearts and steadfast devotion.
Books for Dolly
An invitation from Alison & Charlie Laing -
Happy New Year! We hope you can join us again to raise money for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Specifically, the money we raise goes towards helping looked after children in West Berkshire; children enrolled on this amazing programme receive a book every month between the age of 0 and 5 years old. For more information see imaginationlibrary.com Helen from Imagination Library will be with us too.
RSVP helpful for numbers. Do come and browse; chat; eat croissants; talk books and see if we can tempt you to some wonderful reading material - all genres from the daft; the delightful and the must reads. We have books for all ages - fiction and non-fiction.
scramlaing@hotmail.com - Alison (mobile): 07702 702554