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 […]
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 […]
‘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 […]
Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Appeal
A total of 22 boxes was sent from Fleet URC this year in response to the Shoebox Appeal. The whole church was involved, and when Maureen Grew (representing Operation Christmas Child) came to morning service to receive the boxes we were able to give her a cheque as well, as a contribution towards transportation costs. […]
Website of the Month
www.rejesus.co.uk This is my recommended ‘website of the month’. It is a site that explores Christianity in four areas: Stories – Jesus’ life and mission through the Gospel stories, quizzes and articles. Lives – This section includes famous followers of Jesus, ranging from St Francis of Assissi to Martin Luther King. Creativity – Showing how […]
Seeing Ourselves as Others See Us
Our June Bible Study continued the theme of mission by examining the meaning of the word ‘church’, and considering the unintentional messages that we may be sending to people outside. We started by reminding ourselves that the church is a group of people, not a building, and recognising that we need to study two books […]
What is God’s Mission?
Our Vision4Life study group on 24 February 2011 focussed on the subject of Mission. Minister Stephen Thornton introduced the topic by explaining that Mission is God’s ministry, in which we all share. This led to the question: What is God’s mission? (If we don’t know, how can we share in it?) We were referred to […]