Church Prayer  –  Sutton

We ask your prayers for Sutton Methodist Church.  For those who are willing to help with the Thursday afternoon tea club and those who attend: and for those who do not attend.  We lift before God the workers at the monthly breakfasts and give thanks for those at neighbouring churches who come to offer their support as well as those who cook, serve, wash-up and staff the various stalls.
Minister: Rev Martin Wood

The Balfour Declaration

The Balfour Declaration on Sunday November 5th at 7.30 pm at Stockton Heath Methodist Church, Warrington.  After the evening service a 20 minute film will be shown marking the centenary of The Balfour Declaration.  This was a promise made to the Palestinian people on November 2nd  2017.  The film provides some background to the current situation of hardship and injustice which the Palestinian people suffer on a daily basis.  After the service there will be  time to have refreshments and then the film will be shown followed by an opportunity for short discussion.  Please invite friends and all who may be interested in understanding some of the events which have led to the difficulties which Israel / Palestine faces today. Further details please see contact information in the paper version of the Church Notices from 29th October.

Christian Retreat Day

Christian Retreat Day on Friday 24th November from 10:00am to 16:00pm at Don Orione Farmhouse, 2 Walthew Green (Off School Lane), Roby Mill, Nr Up Holland, Lancashire WN8 0QT. For more details please see the poster and the form on the notice board.

Philippa Hanna Christmas Acoustic Concert

Philippa Hanna Christmas Acoustic Concert at The Heath Methodist Church in Runcorn. It is on Friday 8th December, doors open 7pm and tickets priced at £12.50 available now from www.ticketsource.co.uk/theheathmethodistchurch. It’s going to be a fantastic evening to get you ready for Christmas and a wonderful gift idea! Philippa is a truly gifted contemporary Christian singer. All profits will go to CAP (Christians Against Poverty).

Church Prayer – Stockton Heath

Church Prayer – Stockton Heath – We pray for the ministry of this church in the community and pray all will experience the love of God in the witness and fellowship of the church. We pray for our work with children and young people especially. We pray that the alterations we are making to our church will enhance our worship and fellowship. We pray Lord, that those considering roles within the leadership and life of the church are given your guidance, strength and encouragement to step up to the challenge.
Minister: Rev David Easton

Church Prayer – St. Philip’s

Please pray for St. Philip’s as they move in faith to reach out to the community; in and out of the school and through the new garden project. Pray for Sarah and Pete as they lead, that they may have energy and enthusiasm. Pray for June as she seeks to engage younger families into the life of the church and give her renewed good health to be able to carry out her varied tasks. Pray for the church for revival and renewal.
Minister: Rev Sue Smith.

Church Prayer  –  St. James’

Please pray for our Sunday School & Junior Church and their leaders, that numbers may increase and our young people continue to learn of the love of Jesus. We give thanks for the continued ecumenical work that occurs within Rainhill village and ask a blessing upon our minister, Jenny, and other church leaders in the village as they continue to develop ecumenical outreach within Rainhill High School.
Please pray that we might understand God’s vision for us at St James.
Minister: Revd Jenny MacGregor.

Circuit visit by Revd Loraine N Mellor, President of the Methodist Church

The Revd Loraine N Mellor, President of the Methodist Church, and a previous Superintendent of the Sankey Valley Circuit will be visiting the circuit.

On Saturday 6th October Revd Mellor will be chairing a conference at Padgate Methodist Church at 2.30pm
On Sunday 7th October Revd Mellor will preach at Stockton Heath’s evening service at 6.30pm