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Sunday 28 June 

Welcome to our online service this morning. We hope that whoever you are, wherever you are and however you feel as you log-on, the content below will inspire and refresh you as we come before God in prayer and praise and to hear him speak to us through his word the Bible.

Lockdown easing update: In light of the announcement this week that places of worship are to be allowed to re-open next month, we are beginning to plan what this might look like here at Stanmore Chapel. We are currently working towards restarting Sunday morning gatherings on Sunday 12 July. However we will continue to provide online services for those who would be unable to attend in person. 

Welcome

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Hymn: In Christ alone


New song: Christ our hope in life and death
In our passage this morning from 1 Thessalonians we will be considering the issue of death. Death is a truly dreadful reality and yet, as believers in the Lord Jesus, 'we do not grieve like those who have no hope'.  This excellent new hymn helps to remind us of the certainty we have in Christ, even in the face of death.


Prayers

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Hymn: Christ is mine forevermore


Message: Hope in grief (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)

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Hymn: Thine be the glory

(Video courtesy of St Andrew the Great church, Cambridge)

Sunday School

Last week we learnt about one of Jesus' most famous parables. And this week, well whadda ya know, we're learning about another of them! Woohoo!

Click here for the activity & discussion sheet

We need to try and love everyone - just like the Samaritan in the parable. But sadly we don't do that all the time. That's why we need Jesus. And it's why the gospel (the good news) of God's love for us in sending Jesus is so brilliant! Here's a song all about that...










 

Hello
Hello and welcome to our church. If you are a new visitor, we have a page for you to get to know us and learn more about planning a visit.
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Planning your Visit

A warm hello! 

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know, beforehand, what to expect on a Sunday morning.

Where and When

We meet at the Church Building (details here) for our two Sunday Services starting at 9am & 11am. For your first visit, we recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early to ensure you get a parking space and find somewhere to sit before the service begins. When you arrive, you should be greeted by one of our friendly faces.

We serve tea, coffee and biscuits (and sometimes cake) after the service ends. It is a great way to meet people, and find out a bit more about us. All refreshments are free.

Please note that occasionally we will gather together as one service - such as Christmas & Easter, please check the calendar for confirmation.

Accessibility: There is wheelchair access and a disabled toilets close to the entrance.

Our Service

The main services begin at 9am & 11am and will last for around an hour and a quarter each. It will include some songs and hymns, Bible readings, a time of prayer (usually led from the front) and a message from a Bible passage - you can find our preaching program here.

We also celebrate the Lord's Supper together each month, on the first Sunday of the month.  

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What about my kids?

We have a tailored programme lined up for kids of all ages at both services.

9am service:

  • Beginners (Pre-school age). Children under 6 months are also welcome but should be accompanied by their parent/grown-up at all times.
  • Pioneers (Reception - Yr.2)
  • Explorers (Yr.3 -6)

11am service:

  • Pioneers & Explorers together  (Reception - Yr.6)
  • Creche facilities will be available throughout the service but will be unmanned.


Children stay with their parent or grown-up at the start of the service for first part of our service - usually around 20-25 minutes. We really value worshipping God all together as a family. The leader will announce that it’s time for the younger members to go to their various groups.

The kids group activities vary depending on the age but usually there is always friendly welcome, Bible stories, praying, craft, drama, fun games and free play. Children can be collected from their classes as soon as the service finishes.

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Getting Connected


Small Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. Being part of one of our small groups allows you to make new friends, share together and support each other. We have a couple of groups that meet on Wednesdays, morning and evening. Check out Bible Study Groups and see if there’s one that you could join, or we can put you in touch with a small group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.

Other ministries

We also run the following ministries:

  • Pop in and play - play group for toddlers on Thursdays at 9.30am
  • Friday club for primary school aged kids on Fridays at 5pm
  • Youth Club for secondary school aged youth on Sundays at 3.30pm
     
Get in touch with us to plan your visit
If you would like to come and visit the church beforehand you are more than welcome! Get in touch and we can arrange a time that suits you.
 
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Next, we will contact you by email to say hello and help arrange anything necessary for your visit.
 


We hope that whoever you are, you will feel at home here.