NEWS
A Message To All This Easter
Easter is one of those special times during the year, when despite the confusion in our world and the complexities of life, we remember Jesus Christ and His perfect sacrifice with a sense of purpose and hope. We celebrate with hearts of thankfulness the offer of forgiveness and reconciliation, to those who believe in him.
There are many challenges facing our world but the preaching of the Gospel remains, and forever will be, the answer to the needs of humanity. We must never shy away from that truth. Luke reminds us that “...the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” (St Luke 19:10)
Jesus' mission is to save the lost and that is the message of hope we preach to a world desperately seeking answers to the hatred and divisions that plague nations and communities. The Church must remain committed to Jesus' ministry of reconciliation. It is possible through Christ for humanity to be reconciled to God and each other.
2 Corinthians 5:17-19 speaks directly to the Church about this ministry to which we must be engaged. Verse 19 reads, “that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation.”
Let’s share that good news with confidence and may the peace of God fill your hearts this Easter season.
Every blessings,
Revd Paul Rochester.
(General Secretary of the Free Churches Group)
Pray for Schools fortnight
Colossians 4 v 2-3 'Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ…’
CTE Presidents respond to Westminster terrorist attack
The Presidents of Churches Together in England express sincere condolences to the bereaved families and friends of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attack that was perpetrated in Westminster yesterday, Wednesday 22 March 2017.
The Presidents pray for the healing of those injured, and for the wellbeing of our society in which all seek after and promote the common good in a spirit of love for our fellow human beings.
They pray too for Parliament, the police and the emergency services who responded with such bravery, professionalism and compassion, and who continue to support all those affected by this terrible attack.
Starting out in Health Care Chaplaincy Course 2017
A course designed to introduce prospective Chaplains to the world of Health Care and Chaplaincy
A course designed to introduce prospective Chaplains to the world of Health Care and Chaplaincy
Royal Infirmary Hospital, Manchester: Thursday 4th May and Monday 3rd July 2017
Free Churches Group, London: Tuesday 10th October and Tuesday 12th December 2017
The closing date for confirmed applications are:
Royal Infirmary Hospital, Manchester: Monday 24th April 2017
Free Churches Group, London: Monday 2nd October 2017
Starting Out in Healthcare Chaplaincy course will run in Manchester (May 2017) and London (October 2017). You can download the relevant documents, including the course handbook and application form from this page.
Justification and Justice
A symposium in this 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Be inspired by Martin Luther and Martin Luther King as we live out their dream in the 21st century. Saturday 8 April, 10:30 - 16:00, Spurgeon’s College
A symposium in this 500th anniversary of the Reformation.
Be inspired by Martin Luther and Martin Luther King as we live out their dream in the 21st century
Saturday 8 April, 10:30 - 16:00
Spurgeon’s College
By exploring the theologies and prophetic contributions of the two revolutionaries - Martin Luther and Martin Luther King, the Justification and Justice Symposium will equip leaders to build a justice-centred church in a Brexit world.
Five hundred years ago Martin Luther spearheaded the Reformation. Many years later Martin Luther King lead the Civil Rights Movement. Two very different men, living in different ages both challenging injustice. This symposium will investigate the histories of both Martins and apply them to our churches.
Speakers: Devon Dick, Lynn Green and David Muir
Tickets: £5 including lunch and refreshments (£2.50 for Spurgeon’s students)
For details and booking, see here and visit here.