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We seek your Kingdom

2021-05-16T13:55:38+01:00

We hoped to play this inspiring song to our congregation this sunday but were unable to do so due to technical problems. Its too good to miss so here it is for you.

We Seek Your Kingdom’, is a whole-life worship song to the tune of the much-loved hymn ‘Abide With Me’, written by Noel Robinson, Andy Flannagan, and Graham Hunter. It inspires us to see our daily tasks through God’s eyes – and live out the prayer ‘your kingdom come’ in every part of life.

We seek your Kingdom2021-05-16T13:55:38+01:00

Christian Aid Week

2021-05-14T19:45:56+01:00

It has been a very difficult year for this charity and again no door to door collections have been possible. week began last Monday 10th May and finishes today 16th May.

Do go on the Christian Aid website and find out about the amazing work they do throughout the world. Donation details are here

Christian Aid Week2021-05-14T19:45:56+01:00

Ascension Day Service

2021-05-14T11:10:10+01:00

Ascension day service led by Rev Canon Simon Stevenette and Rev Norma McKemey with the choir of Christ Church

Ascension Day Service2021-05-14T11:10:10+01:00

Rose Garden Plans

2022-02-02T10:12:32+00:00

The Garden plays an important part in helping bereaved families by providing a peaceful space where they can come and remember those they have lost.

The first phase of the project is well underway and is designed to give an indication of how the finished garden will look. The work involves  removal of the plaques at the North end of the garden. This is a temporary move to allow work to continue on removing the old and diseased rose bushes and the installation of new raised beds which will form the basis of the new garden. (parishoffice@christchurchswindon.co.uk or 522832)

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Rose Garden Plans2022-02-02T10:12:32+00:00

Coffee and chat

2021-05-09T19:10:38+01:00

11 am-12 Wednesday 12th May

We all hope to be able to catch up in person very soon but if you would like to have a coffee and a chat sooner, join us online next Wednesday. All are welcome. If you don’t have a computer or do have one, but don’t know how to use it – just try the telephone dial-in option to get started.

Why not try and get some of your friends to join too? There will be plenty of familiar friendly faces/voices.

Join online

If you are confident online then simply click the link below anytime between 11 -12 on Wednesday 12th May to join in.

Click here to join the meeting
If it’s all a bit new, follow these steps;
  1. Click the blue link above.
  2. Click to cancel the little box that may appear.
  3. Choose the option “Continue on this browser“
  4. Fill in your name and press “Join now“.
  5. As soon as the chat has started you will be admitted.
Join by landline telephone (freephone)

Anytime between 11am – 12 on Wednesday 12th May

Tel: 0800 260 5903 – you will be asked to tap in this Conference I.D. on your phone: it is 655541981#

Say your name when prompted. You will then join the chat. To leave at any time just hang-up.

Coffee and chat2021-05-09T19:10:38+01:00

Partnership Confirmation 2021

2021-05-09T19:10:49+01:00

It is always a great joy to hear about those who have become Christians and those growing in their faith. Each year we have the opportunity to make a public declaration of our Christian faith, either by being confirmed or, renewing our Confirmation promises. This year our confirmation is on Sunday 30th May 10am at Christ Church. We are looking forward to welcoming Bishop Viv, our Bristol Diocesan Bishop along with Mark and Robert as our confirming ministers. Preparation will begin at the end of the month. Please contact Simon or a member of our staff team if you are interested..

Due to Covid safety meaures, our seating capacity is restricted, if you wish to attend the service – places will be limited so reservation is needed. If you attend our Sunday morning services then you can reserve a place with our welcomers or you can telephone the parish office on 01793 522832 to reserve your places.

Partnership Confirmation 20212021-05-09T19:10:49+01:00

New website layout

2021-05-09T19:05:39+01:00

We are experimenting with a new layout for our website. This is slightly untried territory so please bear with us as we try to keep everyone up to date with what we are about.

If you have any thoughts on how we might use the web to connect with our community or you have any experience of website design then we would love to hear from you.

Contact Stephen@christchurchswindon.co.uk

New website layout2021-05-09T19:05:39+01:00

Job Vacancy

2021-05-07T15:00:27+01:00

PA/Secretary to The Bishop of Swindon

Job Share 17.5 hours – Salary £11,283 p.a.

To support, equip and free up the Bishop to carry out his leadership and management. Working with the existing PA to provide a confidential administrative service for the Bishop of Swindon.

Closing date for applications us Monday 10th May

Application and more details

Job Vacancy2021-05-07T15:00:27+01:00

Swindon Literature Festival

2021-05-03T19:29:22+01:00

This year’s festival launches on Monday 3rd May. There is a full programme on line available via You Tube. This year the festival is mostly free with donations welcome. More details are available on the website: www.swindonfestivalofliterature.co.uk

We particularly recommend three events: Rowan Williams, the former Archbishop of Canterbury speaking about his latest book On Looking East in Winter at 12 midday on Friday 7th May. Simon will be involved in this event. This is followed at 2pm by The Bruderhof on Another Life is Possible about a Christian community where everyone pools their possessions, talents, and energy. Also do try and catch Catherine Okoronkwo on Wednesday 5th at 6pm. Here is a new collection from a brilliant new voice in poetry. Blood and Water ọbara na mmiri travels across continents and cultures. It is a book of self discovery and bold departures which examines the pull of the Western world. 
Catherine Okoronkwo, PhD, is of Nigerian heritage, grew up in the Middle East, and studied in the USA and UK. She was recently appointed as Bishop’s Advisor on Racial Justice and is Vicar of All Saints and St Barnabas, Swindon.

There are many other exciting events so do take a look at the programme.

https://www.swindonfestivalofliterature.co.uk/2021events

 

Swindon Literature Festival2021-05-03T19:29:22+01:00

The Five Marks of Mission

2021-05-09T19:02:44+01:00

The five marks of mission have been developed by the Anglican Consultative Council since 1984. Since then, they have been widely adopted as an understanding of what contemporary mission is about.
The marks were adopted by the General Synod of the Church of England in 1996 and many dioceses and other denominations used them as the basis of action plans and creative mission ideas.

Some churches abbreviate the five marks to five words: TELL – TEACH – TEND – TRANSFORM – TREASURE.

In 2012, the ACC added wording to the fourth mark, to include the
need for Christians to challenge violence and work for peace.

  • To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom
  • To teach, baptise and nurture new believers
  • To respond to human need by loving service
  • To seek to transform unjust structures of society,
  • to challenge violence of every kind and to pursue peace and reconciliation.
  • To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth
  • www.anglicancommunion.org/ministry/mission/fivemarks.cfm

The Five Marks of Mission2021-05-09T19:02:44+01:00

Alpha Course

2021-05-09T19:03:40+01:00

This year, our Confirmation preparation will include the opportunity of joining, with the Pattern Church, in the online Alpha course they are running on Wednesday nights from 7.30 – 9pm for eleven weeks from 5 May.

Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith. Alpha has a short video, with a chat at the end where you can share your thoughts and questions. If, at any point, you decide it isn’t for you, there is no pressure, no follow up and no charge.You can watch a short video and sign up here

If you are interested please notify Simon

Alpha Course2021-05-09T19:03:40+01:00

Keep in touch

2021-05-09T19:04:31+01:00

There are many different ways to keep in touch with what goes on at Christ Church and its community. See below for some links that can help you keep in touch.

Subscribe to keep in touch

Sign up to our weekly email newssheet which includes all the news from our community and this newsletter.

Read the news on our Website

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Subscribe to our You Tube channel and never miss a recorded service

Submit a prayer request to our online prayer board.

Read this month’s prayer diary

Keep in touch2021-05-09T19:04:31+01:00
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