Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
Dear All,
Sunday 1st February
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the table discussions last Sunday morning. The leadership team are now working through the responses.
Bible Journaling
Our first bible journaling session of the year is this Saturday, 31st January, 10am-12pm.
For those who would like some inspiration of verses to journal (you are of course free to do your own thing!), suggested verses for January are:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
And/or “you were born for such a time as this.” Esther 4:14
We’d love to see you at this fun and informal session, no experience, skills or equipment required!
Do speak to Jo for more information.
Toddler Group
Sarah writes “Our Monday morning baby and toddler group has grown massively recently!
It is wonderful to see so many new local mums and children join us, but to keep things running smoothly and safely, we really need a few more hands on deck.
We’re looking for volunteers to help with:
• A warm welcome: Chatting with parents and making them feel at home.
• Refreshments: Making tea and coffee for the grown-ups, and preparing the snacks for the little ones.
• Tidying up: Helping clear away snacks and toys.
There is no long term pressure, even if you can only help once a month or on the odd occasion, we would love to have you. This is such a vital outreach for our church. If you’d like to support us, please come and have a chat with me after the service! Thank you! Sarah”.
New Wine worship evening
On 7th March, St John’s Colchester CO4 OHP are hosting a New Wine Worship night at 7:30 pm. An evening of praise and prayer with space to respond – particularly suited to older youth and young adults but everyone welcome.
On the same day 4:30-5:45 “From Platform to Presence” – A Seminar led by Joe Hardy exploring how we can enable all, but particularly youth and young adults to enter into the presence of God through musical worship.
6:00-7:00pm – A relaxed space to connect, reflect and share with others across the region, plus chat with Joe and his band, over pizza.
Visit St John’s website to book your free tickets www.stjohnscolchester.org.uk/lifted
Men’s Group
Dates for Chat & Chill and Homegroup are as follows
Chat & Chill Homegroup
February 9th 23rd
March 9th 23rd
April 6th B.H. 20th
This week
There will be a prayer meeting on Wednesday morning and Saturday morning at 9.30 am on Zoom. The Tuesday evening Bible Study Homegroup will meet at 7.30 pm. Zoom details will be e-mailed early in the week.
With love and blessings,
