Dear Friends, This week we have a guest speaker Kingsley Nebechi who will be speaking to us about - Creativity in Faith: John 4:1-12 Join us at 9 am or 10.30 am in church. You can also join us as usual every Sunday at 10.30 am on our live stream. Live Stream link: https://www.christchurchware.co.uk/live-stream.html Kingsley is an award-winning graphic designer, illustrator and artist based in London. Crazy for comics, fanatic about films and inspired by African art, Kingsley is recognised for both his commercial and gallery work. Kingsley plays an active role in Christ Church, You may have seen some of his work at Christmas and Easter.
SEVEN The next Seven Service is on 13th October 7pm in Church. This this week we will be looking at the gift of Hospitality and the service will be followed by a social in church with pizza! Seven Service is on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 7pm. Service of Memories – Sunday 20th October @ 4pm – A time of reflection following loss or bereavement. Please feel free to come along and invite anyone who might benefit from this service. For more details please speak to Rachel [email protected] JOIN IN! Monday 28th October and Tuesday 29th October. Event for parents/carers and children to come to together with bouncy castle, soft play, games, crafts, Bible story and café. Lots of team needed please to enable us to run all of these sessions! Can you help with any of these areas Welcome, monitor inflatables, serve refreshments, chat and pray with adults, craft, bake a cake. Please contact Jess [email protected] Splash and Xtreme Social 31st October 5-7pm Games, disco, food provided and fun for everybody. This is a drop off event. Please can you not wear Halloween costumes. Please book via the link or QR code or link below. https://christchurchware.churchsuite.com/events/nswoe1gg Christ Church School Community Day – 25th October To help with this day please book on via the link https://forms.office.com/e/JuWWnTLNTA . See Email for further information Christ Church School Open Evening on7th November 2024 between 6pm and 8pm. More details to follow Baptism and Confirmation – On Sunday 3rd November at 6pm we are having a confirmation service with the option to also be baptised. If you would like to make this public declaration or if you are just wanting to explore this further then please speak to John or Jess. Rekindling - Thursday 7th November 7:30 pm Church Centre - Hosted by Dave BrettA space for dads of those with additional needs (male carers also welcome). Peer support group with opportunities to chat with each other around a firepit. Bring your own soft drinks and nibbles to share. Any queries please email [email protected] Single Parents – We are hoping to organise Christmas event for our Single Parents 30th November 4-7pm – if you would like to be involved please contact the Church Office" Casting call! Would you like to be in the Children's Christmas Eve Service this year? We are looking for actors/actresses of all ages to come and help us share the Christmas story in a fun and creative way. Please speak to Jess if you are interested or would like to know more [email protected] Riding Lights (Christian Theatre Company) is performing Cups on a String at St Andrews, Stanstead Abbotts on Wednesday 16th October at 7.30. Cups On A String | Riding Lights. Operation Christmas Child 2024 If you would like to fill a shoebox this year, please pick up a leaflet from the back of church for full instructions. You can also donate items such as knitted hats, A5 sized notebooks, soaps, and small toys (must be new) etc. Please take your shoebox gifts or fillers to the church centre, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00, but only during National Collections Week (11th to 18th November). Ecotip October Did you know ? The fashion industry is the second biggest consumer of water after agriculture. Making just one pair of jeans takes 7,500 litres of water Autumn is upon us and you will soon get out your winter wardrobe. Before you put your summer gear away maybe see what you haven't worn, consider offering it to a Pre-loved Item shop. While you're there, have a look to see if anything draws your attention to buy and be tempted. In so doing, you will have: reduced landfill, the amount of clothing in circulation, the fuel and water waste in manufacturing processes and contributed to the charity itself, contributed to water conservation, contributed to a good cause (see https://www.oxfam.org.uk/oxfam-in-action/oxfam-blog/the-benefits-of-buying-second-hand/ ) Live more joyfully and sustainably with God's creation A Rocha's Wild Christian programme is for individuals and families who want to enjoy and learn about nature together, take practical action at home and in their local areas, and join with other voices for national impact. The programme offers opportunities to connect with others passionate about caring for creation. Our events and regular email will help you explore some of the critical challenges around climate and biodiversity. Sign up for Wild Christian: Search for Arocha UK Giving at Christ Church All our ministries are generously supported by members of this church community. If you would like to join them in giving you can give via bank transfer: Account name: Christ Church Ware PCC Account Number: 00086783 Sort Code: 40 52 40 Click Here further details Prayer Space In the prayer area at the back of church there are cards for you to leave a; Testimony, Things to Pray for, as well as words for us as a Church. The Staff team will then take time to pray during for them during the week. Please place completed cards in the offertory box or give to a member of the clergy. For 24/7 urgent (and confidential) prayer requests please send an email to [email protected]. Dear Friends,
This week we continue our series - Understanding Jesus Through Luke: The First Team Luke 5:1-11 Join us at 9 am or 10.30 am in church. You can also join us as usual every Sunday at 10.30 am on our live stream. Live Stream link: https://www.christchurchware.co.uk/live-stream.html Dear Friends,
This week we continue our series - Understanding Jesus Through Luke: The First Acts Luke - 4:31-44 Join us at 9 am or 10.30 am in church. You can also join us as usual every Sunday at 10.30 am on our live stream. Live Stream link: https://www.christchurchware.co.uk/live-stream.html |
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