Each day there will be opportunities for us to come together in worship at special services. Some will be aware how special and important the services are; for others it will be a new experience, and for some it will be something we need to re-engage with... Click the Download button to download and read the full newsletter.
This Lent we are being given the chance to stop and have a fresh look at ourselves, our faith and life with God. In the material being shared with us by the national Church at the invitation of the Archbishops we are called to draw near to God so he can draw near to us. This will be by renewing and refreshing our habits regarding those things which are essential to being a Christian...Click on the Download button to read the full Newsletter.
On Friday (19th) at Noon at St Mary’s Church in Fratton Road there will be a sharing of some comfort and joy.Over the last few weeks individuals, groups and congregations have been invited to donate gift vouchers and Christmas cards to this year’s ‘Comfort and Joy’ campaignThese will be issued to share with 12 charities and groups working with those on the margins of our community in the city.They give to those they are shared with the gift of choice – a gift we can sometimes take for granted -and the recognition of the recipient as a person, rather than a stereotype or problem.Those who gather will sing some carols, hear from some of the groups that are supported and what Christmas means to them and reflect on how the Christmas story is related to their work.
