In Christ - Live Worthy

Over the next few week we are returning to our main autumn series “In Christ” and things now start to get practical very quickly. We have already seen what Jesus has done for us individually, as a church and even across the cosmos. We are praying that we would have the power to grasp these things very deeply - and when we do, it can’t help but result in our lives being transformed.

This week we are being encouraged to live lives that are worthy of all that Jesus has done for us - a beautiful calling. Humility, gentleness and patience for one another is just the start. So join us as we explore what it looks like to live as one united people in Jesus’ church.

Children’s groups will continue this week and refreshments will be served both before and after the service.

Prayer Evening - This Thursday - 7.30pm

This week’s Enable activity is to gather together for the Christ Church prayer meeting.

It is a wonderful opportunity to share fellowship and pray for our Church family, as well as hear about all the plans we have for our Church.

This month the prayer meeting will be held at Stephen and Liz Baird’s house - details of their address can be found on Churchsuite so do join us if you can.

Youth Weekend Away

We are so thankful to God for a very memorable and enjoyable Youth Weekend Away on Dartmoor. 18 young people and 8 leaders travelled to Heatree Activity Centre and spent the weekend enjoying the sunshine, having fun and hearing from the Bible. Our guest speaker helped us all to think about 'Living in light of eternity' as we dipped into various parts of 1 Corinthians. Some highlights were racing down the slope on grass sledges, taking on the high ropes, dressing up for the futuristic themed dinner, our walk up Hound Tor and taking time in groups to chat and pray about what we had been hearing from God's word. Thank you to all who helped to make the weekend possible and to everyone who prayed for us. Please pray on for fruit in the lives of those who came.

Dockyard Lounge

The Dockyard Community Cafe launched in Hendra on Monday and it had a really encouraging start. They had around 20 adults, 10 children and a puppy joining them. They also had volunteers joining them from 5 local churches and the community. It was a lovely time of fellowship and fun, with those coming along very grateful for the provision. Thank you for all your support and donations so far. Dockyard are looking for a driver on Mondays to help them move various items for the swap shop. If you are interested please contact Erica.

Living in Love and Faith - 25th October

Many will know that, for the past few years, the Church of England has been undertaking a process called ‘Living in Love and Faith’, and exploring the possibility of introducing prayers of blessing for people in same sex relationships.

For some time, the St Kea Leadership Team have been seeking to also host a meeting for church family members so they can hear more from Marc and Hugh and have a chance to ask questions. Next week we have no scheduled midweek Small Groups or Prayer/Fellowship Meetings, so we are inviting members from St Kea or Christ Church to an informal meeting at St Kea - Wednesday 25th, 7:30-9:00pm.

As that meeting is during half-term we know that some people might not be able to attend. If that is your situation, and you would like us to organise an additional meeting at another time so you can attend, do contact either Marc or Hugh. Also, if you wish to discuss any of this individually with either Marc or Hugh, or seek their support, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Light Party - 31st October

Join us this year for a fun filled party including games, crafts, food, music and a short talk from the Bible. The party is aimed at primary school aged children and their families and it will run between 4-5.30pm at St Kea Church.

We’d love to see many coming along, so do sign up if you have primary age children yourself and do consider who to invite. Please do also get in touch if you could help us run this event, there are all sorts of roles that you could serve in.

Key Dates

Christ Church Prayer Evening - 19th October - 7.30pm

Chance to talk about LLF - 25th October - 7:30-9:00pm

Light Party - 31st October at St Kea Church - 4-5.30pm

Weekly Prayer Points

Each week there will be a few things for our church life and church family that we can join together in praying for:

1. Please pray for the people of Israel and Gaza, that God will reveal His comfort and bring peace to this troubled region.

2. Please also pray for the work of Tearfund and all they do to support communities who are torn apart by conflict, violence and poverty. In particular they ask us to pray for the children who grow up in these conditions and have limited access to education, nutrition and healthcare.

3. Please thank God for the congregation of St John’s Church. Please pray for their new home groups which will be starting after half term - a chance for them to get together around God’s word and be encouraged. They also ask us to pray for the plans for Remembrance and the involvement of uniformed organisations which is happening for the first time, in a long time, this year.