At St Catherine’s we’ve recently adopted this mission prayer. Join us in praying for God to lead us into growth. God of Mission, Who alone brings growth to your Church, Send your Holy Spirit to giveVision to our planning, Wisdom to our actions, Joy to our worship,And power to our witness. Help our church to grow in numbers, In spiritual commitment to you, And in service to our local community, Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
George was an early Christian martyr (died 23 April 303AD in Palestine) and is venerated as a saint. Of Middle Eastern heritage, he was born in Cappadocia - a province of the Roman Empire in Anatolia - in modern central-eastern Turkey.He became a member of the Praetorian Guard for Roman emperor Diocletian but, when he refused to denounce his Christian faith, he was executed as part of the Diocletianic persecutions (a series of edicts that withdrew Christians' legal rights and demanded that they should comply with traditional religious practices and offer sacrifices to Roman gods). He is one of the most venerated saints in Christianity and, as well as being the patron saint of England, he is also the patron saint of Aragon, Catalonia, Georgia, Ethiopia, Portugal and Palestine.Saint George - pray for us 🙏
The Eclectics is a community choir run by Vanessa Young, which was established over 25 years ago. Their name reflects the choir's repertoire which includes a wide range of genres – gospel, folk, jazz standards, pop classics and music from around the world. We hope you come and enjoy the concert at St Catherine’s on Sunday 17th May at 4.00pm.Tickets (£10) are available on the door or in advance from: ticketsatstcatherines@gmail.comThe theme for their concerts this year is ‘HOPE’. The Eclectics felt this would be particularly appropriate at this time of uncertainty in the world. Titles like: ‘Good News’, ‘Get Happy’, ‘Cock-eyed Optimist’, ‘Feeling Good’ and ‘Bring me Sunshine’ give a flavour of the theme, as well as lesser known numbers from around the world such as the Zulu song ‘Zidele Amathambo’ which suggests we put our hearts and souls into whatever we’re doing, and ‘E Malama’ - a Hawaian song in the hulu tradition which bestows a beautiful blessing on the earth. The song ‘Ubunye’ is based on the concept of Umoya – spirit, or the breath of life - and the partnership or brotherhood we share as people with a yearning for peace and understanding.The choir has its base in Adisham, and has just over 30 members drawn not just from Adisham, but from Canterbury, Ashford, Faversham, Folkestone, Margate and surrounding villages. It is an ‘all-comers’ choir – meaning that there are no auditions and anyone who is prepared to join in with enthusiasm and commitment is welcome.Find The Eclectics at: https://www.eclecticscommunitychoir.co.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Eclecticschoir/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eclecticscommunitychoirAnyone interested in joining the choir (or simply coming for a taster!), should contact Vanessa on or 07979 129074 or at vanessayoung69@aol.com
Taizé services are meditative, ecumenical Christian prayer services originating from a monastic community in Taizé, France.The community was founded in 1940 by Brother Roger. Today the community includes over 100 brothers from Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox backgrounds from more than 30 countries. This ecumenical community is dedicated to reconciliation and peace and is a popular pilgrimage site for thousands of young people and adults.The services, often held by candlelight, typically have elements of scripture readings, silence and simple, repetitive songs/chants creating an intimate, contemplative, peaceful atmosphere. There is no preaching.Taizé services are held worldwide, including regular, often monthly or weekly, services at many local churches and cathedrals. They are particularly popular during liturgical seasons of preparation like Lent and Advent. Many people find these meditative and reflective services a doorway to encountering God in a new way.