Dear Friends,
God is magnificent; he can never be praised enough. There are no boundaries to his greatness. Generation after generation stands in awe of your work; each one tells stories of your mighty acts.
Across our lovely villages we are blessed to have some beautiful churches which have stood for hundreds of years and have faithfully supported the people and declared God’s magnificence. For many generations the people of our area have gathered, worshipped, baptised, married and said goodbye alongside friends and loved ones. Yet, these places are not simply museums of history, but places of encounter and transformation today. These special places stand as places to meet with God. Come and join us at one of our services, at the mid-week worship, or pop in to any of our churches, which are open everyday, and we’ll be praying that you feel the magnificent presence of God as you do so.
If you’re interested in a little history, St. Mary’s recently featured in a YouTube video about its giants which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfgjQaHDDJU&t=3s
If you’re interested in some amazing concerts, do have a look at the Vivace Voices concert and the Adderbury Quartet, both booked for this month.
Love,
Grant
SERVICES THIS WEEKend
Join us at The Bell Pub in Aldworth at 5pm as we sing some classic Christmas Carols as well as enjoy some refreshments! Everybody welcome for a fun filled afternoon!
We gather for a service of prayer, readings, wonderful hymns and communion. We have activities and toys for children and are passionate about seeing all ages and stages engage in worship together. We have gluten free communion wafers available and share in delicious refreshments in the church centre after the service - it’s a great way to chat and catch up with people.
Breakfast & Christingle Service! Food for body, mind and soul ! Join us at 9:30 am for breakfast followed by a short, informal, family friendly Christingle service. A great opportunity to meet friends and share a breakfast of bacon rolls, fresh brewed coffee or tea, fresh fruit, croissants; then worship together.
across the villages
Join us at The Bell Pub in Aldworth at 5pm as we sing some classic Christmas Carols as well as enjoy some refreshments! Everybody welcome for a fun filled afternoon!
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Services next weekend
The Christmas Story for all the Family. Everybody is encouraged to come dressed as a Nativity character (or anything else!). There will be cracking carols, lots of celebration and lots to eat and drink! Come and join us as we celebrate Christmas in style.
In our new style crib service we will gather together and re-tell the greatest story every told! We will sing some wonderful carols and encourage full family participation. Come dressed as a bible character. Yes tea-towels are mandatory! - or come as any of your favourite superhero’s - perhaps there will be a Batman instead of a shepherd this year? Who knows? Bring your friends and family and neighbours for what promises to be a fantastic way to enter into Christmas!
Join us for morning prayer and worship
Prayer and worship is fundamental to our faith. Join us for half an hour of prayer and worship from 9am on Monday’s, Wednesdays and Fridays at St. Stephen’s Upper Basildon. Everybody welcome.
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This Advent reflection was given by Revd Grant Fensome at the All Churches Together service on Advent Sunday 2024 at St. Stephen's Upper Basildon.
