There were knitted angels everywhere yesterday when representatives from churches throughout Fleet brought them to our church for a Service of Blessing. Many people have been hard at work throughout the year knitting the angels so they can be distributed throughout the town before Christmas. Each angel brings a special message aiming to share God’s […]
Palani Mission Curry Evening Success
Yet another successful fundraising event was held on Friday when more than 70 guests enjoyed one of Saju Mathew’s famous curry evenings. Our former minister, Revd Ruth Dillon, started the evening off with a video-link message and a prayer. The menu included lamb vindaloo, butter chicken and chickpea masala, all prepared by Saju with the […]
Palani Mission – News Update
We have received an uplifting letter from Revd John Abraham of Palani Mission with the latest news on the work we at Fleet are helping to fund in the community. It is clear how much they value our continuing support and our prayers, especially in these difficult times. Read the full text of the letter […]
Our Autumn Craft & Gift Fair is Back!
After a enforced break last year, our popular Autumn Craft and Gift Fair is back for 2021! Most of our familiar friends will be there, but we also have several new stallholders providing a wide range of crafts. With tasty refreshments, a tea room and free parking, plus the opportunity to pick up a few […]
Palani Well is Finally in Place!
After much debate and several permit submissions to the local authorities, the Palani Well Project has finally been allowed to go ahead. We are delighted that, with God’s help and grace, the local people now have access to a continuous supply of fresh water every minute of the day; there is no longer the need […]
Welcome Back!
At long last we have been able to return to Sunday worship in our church building! How wonderful it was to be able to meet together this morning, as Revd John Mackerness led us in worship, pondering the question ‘Lord Jesus: Lord Redeemer, or just a miraculous meal ticket?’ We sorely missed all those who […]
Five Thousand Fed
Sunday, 25th July – Five Thousand Fed Welcome to our virtual weekly worship service. Lay Preacher Sydney F Shore CBE leads our service, which will be our last virtual service before we can start worshipping together again in our church buildings. His theme is taken from the Lectionary for Sunday, which is the feeding of […]
At the Crossroads? Which Way?
Sunday, 18th July – At the Crossroads? Which Way? Welcome to our virtual weekly worship service. Lay Preacher Anna Crawford leads our service, and asks how we determine the way when we’re at the crossroads. She says,’The first time I went to Beacon Hill Church to take the service I had the instructions in […]
Herod’s Birthday Party
Sunday, 11th July – Herod’s Birthday Party Welcome to our virtual weekly worship service with Fleet United Reformed Church. We meet again on Zoom , and our service Lay Preacher Sydney Shore leads our service. His theme is taken from our gospel reading, which takes place in Castle Machaerus, the fortified palace of King Herod […]
‘New Start, Same Mission’
Sunday, 4th July – ‘New Start, Same Mission’ Welcome to our virtual weekly worship service with Fleet United Reformed Church. On Sunday we start a new chapter in our weekly worship at Fleet URC. Last week we said goodbye to our friends at Beacon Hill with whom we have been sharing worship for the past […]