For the Fallen
churchadmin2017-04-26T19:52:04+01:00For the Fallen by Douglas Guest – our introit from this Sunday’s Remembrance service
If the plug in doesn’t work on your pc then listen on this link http://ipad.io/aFio
Carol’s Sermon on Remembrance Sunday
churchadmin2015-12-22T12:27:16+00:00Some of you may have wondered why Carol one of our lay ministers, chose to Brave the Shave in aid of Macmillan. This sermon given at our recent Remembrance Evensong service is a powerful and thought provoking alternative way of looking at War.
You can listen to the sermon here: http://www.ipadio.com/channels/ChristChurchSwindon
Operation Christmas Child
churchadmin2015-12-22T12:50:26+00:00We are planning to once again support Operation Christmas Child’s Shoebox Appeal. Please can you begin to gather items of stationery, toys, toiletries, sweets (not chocolate) and other suitable small personal items ready to bring to church on the first three Sundays in November (a list of suitable items can be found at www.samaritans-purse.org.uk or at the back of church) when we hope to be able to pack a good number of shoeboxes to send around the world to make a difference to children’s lives. We have kindly had a donation of some 50 empty shoeboxes and it would be great to fill them all! If you don’t have a shoebox then please bring your gifts to church and we will pack them for you.
It costs just £3 to transport each gift box across the world so if you can – please include £3 towards this.
Thank you on behalf of Operation Christmas Child and all the happy children you will help this Christmas.
Watch a short film about the excellent work of this charity
A message from Carol – Brave the Shave
churchadmin2015-12-22T12:27:37+00:00
I decided some time ago to do a head shave to stand alongside a very brave lady who lost her hair to chemotherapy whilst suffering from breast cancer – the beautiful Katie. Her hair is now back but she was so courageous when it was gone I felt I needed to do this for her and others like her. I also lost both of my parents to cancer when they were in their 50s – where I am now – so I want to dedicate this crazy act to their memory!
You can sponsor me easily on line here: https://bravetheshave.org.uk/
If you are not a Internet kind of person then catch me one Sunday soon.
The date it will be done is Sunday 8th November at lunchtime in the Community Centre @ Christ Church. To watch there will be an admission charge unless you have already sponsored me. (For causes I believe in I am ruthless…) My girls will be on the door with collection buckets…for money, not my hair.
COME ON, SPONSOR ME. I love my hair so I want AT LEAST £1000 for this. We can do it!!!!
Prayer for refugees
churchadmin2016-04-10T01:43:10+01:00The following might be helpful as we hold the situation, across Europe and the Middle East, before God
Heavenly Father,
you are the source of all goodness, generosity and love.
We thank you for opening the hearts of many
to those who are fleeing for their lives.
Help us now to open our arms in welcome,
and reach out our hands in support.
That the desperate may find new hope,
and lives torn apart be restored.
We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son, Our Lord,
who fled persecution at His birth
and at His last triumphed over death. Amen
Silent Auction Bids
churchadmin2015-09-18T21:05:34+01:00Click here to make a bid for our Silent auction lots.
Silent Auction – Old Town Autumn Fayre
churchadmin2015-09-03T16:27:44+01:00As part of our fund raising for the Old Town Autumn Fayre at Christ church on 12th September, we are holding a Silent Auction with a wide variety of lots donated by local businesses and individuals. You can make a bid on any of the items listed and find out more about them in the form below.
Old Town Autumn Fayre – Saturday 12th September 2015 12noon – 4pm
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One of Old Town Swindon’s most popular seasonal events – The Old Town Autumn Fayre – is returning with more new activities for 2015. This traditional style fayre in Christ Church grounds and new Community Centre will be held on Saturday 12th September 12noon – 4pm. With delicious food outlets, and live music from the superb Bill Bailey Jazz Band, vintage swing boats and traditional games from Hoopla to Beat the Goalie, there is something to entertain the whole family in this free to enter event.
New this year
Amongst this year’s new activities will be stunning Birds of Prey flying demonstrations with Falcons, Raptors, Owls and Eagles and a chance to handle these beautiful birds. And for the first 100 children there is a free teddy bear to claim!
Full range of refreshments – make a day of it.
Enjoy the real ale and cider tent, or indulge in a gorgeous cake in the decorative Tea Garden. If you fancy hot and savoury there will be a selection of delicious stalls including locally sourced burgers and sausages and African street food dishes.
Silent Auction
This year we are running a Silent Auction and to give it its best possible start we are sending it to you and many other friends in the hope and expectation you will find something you would like to bid for. If you can’t make it on the day – you can still take part using our on-line auction bidding form. Local businesses and friends have donated a fantastic range of items for you to bid for -all profits go towards supporting the work of Christ Church in the local community and further afield. Find out about the items on offer and make a bid here.
Craft stalls and Local Produce
If a spell in the stocks isn’t your thing, there’ll be craft and heritage stalls, plants to brighten up your garden and local produce to purchase. If you are feeling fit you can try your hand at bell ringing a mere 46 steps up into the church tower!
Event Organiser Daphne Hardwick said: “After the success of last year when so many local families enjoyed the fayre we are delighted to be introducing more new features and look forward to a another wonderful local community event. It’s going to be great fun and we look forward to seeing lots of people on the day. The new Community Centre @Christ Church which was opened by Nick Hewer last year has proved a massive hit with local groups and has provided a lovely new venue to support the Old Town Autumn Fayre.”
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Details of our Alpha courses later this year
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A chance to explore faith and ask questions. The Alpha course is an introduction to the Christian faith designed for enquirers and new Christians.
- Why am I here?
- What is the point of life?
- Does life matter?
- Is there a God?
Why not join us and see what you can find out? Share a meal, friendship and frank discussion.
Wednesday evenings 7.30 – 9.30pm
30th September – 2nd December 2015
Community Centre @ Christ Church
Old Town, Swindon
Alpha course leaflet Sept 2015
Congregational Update – 2015
churchadmin2016-01-21T20:50:01+00:00Members of the congregation received a letter on Easter Sunday with important news about our future plans for Christ Church. You can read the letter and the other documents that provide context for its thinking in the documents below.
- The Congregational Letter – Congregational letter Easter 2015 SG..
- The Standing Committee Paper – The Mission to the wider community – Mission to the Wider Community – SC – 9 March 2015.
- The Response to the Mission Paper which modifies the current plan – Buildings committee response to the Mission to the Wider Community Paper
- A simple summary of the current proposals https://www.christchurchswindon.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/A-simple-summary-of-the-proposals.pdf
- Notes of the consultation meeting held on the 23rd May. Notes of meeting – Congregational update – 23 May – Issue 1
We would like to hear your views and comments. You can feedback to us here https://www.christchurchswindon.co.uk/blog/2015/05/whats-your-view/