Dear Lord, Farnworth is part of the Methodist Churches in Widnes movement (together with Cronton and Trinity), encouraging working together and growing our communities in your love and guided by the Holy Spirit. Prayer is needed to water the seed of this work, Lord, as the groups meet who form the core. Lord, we ask that you will pour down your blessings on this project, as it is carried out in your name. Amen.
Minister: Rev Jenny MacGregor
Couch to 5k Starting on Tuesday 8th January at 6:30pm. For more details please see the poster on the notice board.
The Flower List is on the pulpit table if people would like to put their names down.
The House group will meet on Mondays 7th and 21st January at 1:30pm in the lounge to complete the study book begun before Advent. Look out for further notice about what will happen after that.
If anyone hasn’t read our draft five year growth plan then a few copies can still be found around the Church and also on the Church website. The plan should reflect how we, as a Church, intend to grow our Church over the forthcoming years. It’s therefore vital we capture everyone’s thoughts and comments, both positive and negative, in order to improve the plan. Therefore, please scribble down any comments and pass them onto any of the Church stewards, anonymously if you wish, or email them to latchfordmc@outlook.com
New Song Network Quiz Night on Friday 25th January from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Grappenhall Ex-Servicemen’s Club.
January 19th – Team 3 – Barbara R / Barbara M
February 2nd – Team 4 – Jane & Stephen
February 16th – Team 5 – Christine & George
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Reynold Street, Bridgewater Avenue and St. John’s
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Cross Lane and for their minister Rev Malcolm Fife. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Cross Lane Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
You’ve probably heard of the family in Latchford that have lost everything in a house fire, there will be a special collection for them this morning, there is a collection plate on the pulpit table. There is also a Just Giving page and New Song have put out a plea as they have nothing – no clothes, furniture, bedding – literally everything has been lost. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Warrington’s peer support group for anyone facing depression or a related mental health condition now runs weekly at The Gateway, 89 Sankey Street, Warrington, WA1 1SR every Monday evening, 7pm. It’s free and offers a safe space to offload, to be heard and to receive support to help work through difficult times. No need to book or be referred.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Plinston Avenue, Bolton Avenue and Latchford Christian Fellowship
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Cronton and for their minister Rev Jenny MacGregor. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Cronton Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Theme – going deeper (part of growth plan)
6th Jan – Covenant service HC – commitment to God led by Rev Linda
13th Jan – Putting God 1st, hearing God, doing Gods will, being God led by Tim Coleman and Worship leaders
20th Jan – Testimony – God loves me, led by Joyce Roe
27th Jan – Child of God, special, anointing with oil and or laying on of hands led by Rev Linda (4th Sunday alternative worship)
As a baby’s cry pierced the cold dark air over 2,000 yrs ago, it signalled the start of something wonderful, love had been born, the Angels sang ‘peace on earth, goodwill to all’
As the clock strikes midnight – 25th Dec 2018 we enter another Christmas Day, where we are reminded of the love of God in the guise of a baby, who grew to be man full of compassion, mercy and love. He changed the world as he challenged injustice and poverty of the body and soul. Today we long for peace on earth and pray that this day love, peace and hope will rule in our hearts and in the world.
Latchford Methodist Church wish you a very happy Christmas, in all your celebrations remember the Christ Child a gift to the world who still changes lives.
‘Joy to the world the Lord has come
let earth receive her King.
let every heart prepare him room
and heaven and nature sing.’
Merry Christmas
Just a reminder that there will NOT be a prayer group meeting this week.
Have a wonderful Christmas.
You’ve probably heard of the family in Latchford that have lost everything in a house fire, there will be a special collection for them this morning, there is a collection plate on the pulpit table. There is also a Just Giving page and New Song have put out a plea as they have nothing – no clothes, furniture, bedding – literally everything has been lost. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
There will be no coffee morning on Saturday 29th December. The next one will be on Saturday 5th January 2019
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Westy Lane, Chantler Avenue and Latchford Methodist
We pray for the Community of Burtonwood, the other 2 Churches and their congregations. We remember our Minister, Martin Wood, all our congregation and the people on our Prayer List. We are only a small number of elderly people but we do our best to help in whatever way we can.
Minister: Rev Martin Wood
Christmas Carnations £1 each. Please see Wendy as soon as possible if you would like any. Thank you.
Christmas Cards will be given out this morning.
There will be no coffee morning on Saturday 29th December. The next one will be on Saturday 5th January 2019
Sunday 23rd December at 10:45am
Carol Service ‘with a twist’ (4th Sunday alternative worship style) led by Revd. Linda Bishop & Joyce Roe.
Monday 24th December (Christmas Eve) at 16:30pm
Worship with Holy Communion at Bold Street led by Revd. Linda Bishop.
Tuesday 25th December (Christmas Morning) at 10:00am
Family Worship led by Revd. Linda Bishop
Warrington’s peer support group for anyone facing depression or a related mental health condition now runs weekly at The Gateway, 89 Sankey Street, Warrington, WA1 1SR every Monday evening, 7pm. It’s free and offers a safe space to offload, to be heard and to receive support to help work through difficult times. No need to book or be referred.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Longdin Street, Stringer Crescent and Christ Church
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Bold Street and for their minister Rev Linda Bishop. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Bold Street Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Christmas Carnations £1 each. Please see Wendy as soon as possible if you would like any. Thank you.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Rock Road, Brook Place and Latchford Baptist
We pray for the members and community of our church as we journey through the year with all its challenges and developments. We ask for blessings on the work of our members as they meet the needs of many through the weekly coffee morning, the ‘after eight’ group and the pastoral visits. We ask for God’s guidance as we seek new ways of meeting the needs of the elderly, the lonely and the vulnerable in our community. We eagerly await the arrival of Revd Ruffin Binda and his family and hope that they will soon settle into the community with the support of us all.
Minister: Rev David Easton
The post box will be in Church from today. The cards will be given out on Sunday 16th December. Please put your cards in alphabetical order and with an elastic band around them when you post them. There will be a donation box on top.
Christmas Tree Service is next Sunday, 9th December, gifts for Action for Children.
Kidz Club are presenting a little Christmas concert on Wednesday at 7:00pm. All welcome
Theme – Advent liturgy themes
2nd Dec – Waiting, preparation led by Jane Otterson
9th Dec – The prophets, the gift led by worship leaders
16th Dec – Feed my people, Holy Communion led by Rev Linda Bishop
23rd Dec – Candle nativity Carol service led by Rev Linda & Joyce Roe
30th Dec – Dear diary led by Rev Linda, Joyce and Jane (this is a joint service with Bold St, & Stockton Heath)
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Back Brook Place, Grammar School Road and Newman Catholic Church
Please pray for our friends in the rural chapel at Antrobus and their minister Rev David Easton. We pray for encouragement of their presence and mission in that village setting and bless their working together with St Marks Church. This season, as usual, takes them carol singing to each house in the village and the opportunity to bring some of God’s message and peace to all. You never know when the seeds may be sown just at the right time…. Minister: Rev David Easton
You might recall we were asked to collect Bottle Tops for Kids Klub. If you want to view what the club did with these bottle tops then jump over to our Church Gallery.
Film Night on Saturday 1st December at 5:30pm at Bold Street Methodist.
Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration for the life and ministry of Rev Keith Parr at Moor Lane Church on Friday 30 November at 11:30am. Refreshments will be served following the service.
Thank you to everyone who helped and supported us.
Friendship Club had their Christmas meal on Friday 15th November and a good night was had by all. We are now closed until 25th January.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Lower Wash Lane, Common Lane and St. Johns’
We pray today for Wesley Church, and their minister Rev. Martin Wood. We thank God for the groups that meet at Wesley; The outreach work of Youth Aflame; The Deeper Christian Life Fellowship, who worship on a Sunday & have bible study during the week. We also thank God for his blessing over the coffee mornings and the outreach it provides.
Minister: Rev Martin Wood
A Christmas concert at Antrobus Methodist Church by the Bridgewater Singers on Monday 3rd December at 7:30pm. The event will support the Circuit Charity – PAPYRUS. A retiring collection will be taken in lieu of tickets. Refreshments in the interval.
We have received a request for Christmas cards to be sent to a recovering soldier. Please send a card to:
A Recovering Soldier,
c/o Queen Elizabeth Hospital,
Mindelsohn Way,
Birmingham.
B15 2GW
or bring them to Church and we will post them.
Existing stewards and door stewards – please can you let Julian know if you are happy to continue.
New Stewards – if you would like to be a steward or door steward please see Julian. Everyone welcome.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Westbrook Avenue, Archer Avenue and St. James’
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Trinity and for their minister Rev Jenny MacGregor. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Trinity Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Advance Notice of Action For Children Christmas Concert on Thursday 6th December at 7pm at Liverpool Cathedral.
Existing stewards and door stewards – please can you let Julian know if you are happy to continue.
New Stewards – if you would like to be a steward or door steward please see Julian. Everyone welcome.
We have received a request for Christmas cards to be sent to a recovering soldier.
Please bring you card into church by December 2nd and we will sent all the cards in one large envelope.
If you are unable to get into church, or know of friends who would like to send a card then the address is:
A recovering Soldier
c/o Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
B15 2GW
Film Night on 23rd November for Room at the Inn and the Y project. Doors open at 6:30pm and the film starts at 7pm. Meat & potato Pie Supper. Tickets £5. Please see notice board for more details.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Westy Surestart Project, St. Rocco’s Hospice Shops and Latchford Christian Fellowship
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Sutton and for their minister Rev Martin Wood. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Sutton Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Send a Message of Hope on Saturday 8th December between 10:00am an 1:00pm at Newchurch Parish Hall, Culcheth.
If you would like to donate one item of grocery for the hamper please put it in the box in the hall.
Starting Monday 26th November for 4 Mondays will be an Advent group. This will be looking at different ways in which Advent and Christmas have been depicted in art from around the world. A bit different from what we have done before and everyone is welcome to come whether you can make all 4 sessions or just the occasional one. 1:30pm to 2:45pm in the lounge.
House Group will meet on Monday 12th November at 1:30pm in the lounge when we will continue looking at what the Bible says about money and how we make use of it.
Thank you to everyone who collected these for Kidz Club, they now have enough.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Shrewsbury Street, Pearson Avenue and Latchford Methodist
Please pray for our mission work within the community and especially with young people. Give the leaders wisdom, patience and energy. Enthuse all members and adherents to make Your Kingdom Come.
Minister: Rev David Easton
Maureen Higginson sadly passed away earlier this week. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this sad time. The funeral is on Wednesday 31st October at 11:15am at Church followed by a service at Walton Lea Crematorium. Donations for Methodist Homes Association or Harry & Co (Maternity bereavement services).
Christmas Fayre is on Saturday 17th November at 10:30am. For list of stalls see the Church Notices.
Action for Children Carolcade is, this year, returning to Bold Street and will be held on Thursday 13th December at 7:00pm.
Foodbank is short of custard, jelly, sponge pudding, evaporated milk, tinned potatoes, packet potatoes and tinned tomatoes. If you can help at all with any of these items they would be much appreciated.
Thank you to everyone who collected these for Kidz Club, they now have enough.
This years Christmas Fayre Stall’s include:
Cakes (Rita T)
Toys (Janet S & Margaret B)
Chocolate (Gill R)
Tombola (Joyce R)
Christmas Stall (Jean O)
Anything Goes (Helen D & Carole G)
Pound Stall (Kath C)
Refreshments (Wendy T & Barbara R)
Café (Jane D)
and also a raffle.
If you would like to donate items for any of the stalls could you give them to the named people or Jean O. Thank you
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Surrey Street, Clarke Avenue and Christ Church
Father, we pray for St Philip’s at a time of change, as our Curate, Pete moves onto St Helens and we start our building project to convert the toilets and vestry. We pray a blessing on Pete and his young family in their new ministry in St Helens. We pray that all building work will go smoothly and that applied for grants and fundraising will find the money to fund this project. We also pray for new initiatives – our Time Out Tuesday for young and old to engage and flourish; for young leaders to grow in faith and confidence and for work with the school. Amen
Minister: Rev Sue Smith
Maureen Higginson sadly passed away earlier this week. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this sad time. Arrangements for the funeral are still being made and as soon as more information is available we will share this with you.
Local Preachers Recognition Service on Sunday 25th November at Lymm Methodist at 16:00pm followed by tea. For more details please see the poster on the notice board or check back here in a few days.
Thursday 6th December at 7pm at Liverpool Cathedral.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Oldham Street, Minerva Close and Latchford Baptist
We pray this morning for the members and friends of St Martin’s and for their minister Rev Sian Williams. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of St Martin’s Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Ride & stride raised £95 of which half goes to the Church and half to the Cheshire Historic Churches Preservation Fund. By taking part this puts us in good standing with the fund if (when?) we apply for a grant…. as well, of course the pleasure of taking part!
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Clelland Street, Loushers Lane and Newman Catholic Church
We pray this morning for the members and friends of St James and for their minister Rev Jenny MacGregor. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Trinity Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Our church building is 124 years old today, Wednesday 10th October.
Happy Birthday Latchford Methodist Church.
Sing for Fun Group are holding a corned beef hash supper and concert on Saturday 20th October at 7pm prompt. Tickets £5 from Joan or any group member.
The next friendly club will be on 19th October. We’ll have an AGM and dominoes.
There will be a retiring collection this morning for the Indonesia Earthquake Fund.
Café Church & Book Launch at Lymm Methodist Church on 21st October at 5:15pm. We will be pleased to welcome Rev Rob Cotton, Superintendent Minister for Knutsford & Alderley Edge. For more details please see flyer on the notice board
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Grove Street, Secker Crescent and St. Johns’
The Sankey Valley Circuit welcomes two presbyters new to the Circuit and we look forward to their ministry among us. We give thanks for Sian who joins us as a probationer presbyter having completed her training at Queen’s College. Sian comes from a background primarily of Welsh Methodism. Ruffin Binda and his family come to us from South Africa and face a significant cultural change. We pray that both ministers and their families will soon feel comfortable in their new homes and communities, and that we will learn from the new insights they have to share with us.
Church Council is on 4th October at 7:30pm. All welcome.
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Oxford Street, Secker Avenue and St. James’
Please Pray for Rixton, a small church which is trying to plan for a future with God by their side.
Minister: Rev Linda Bishop
A Study In Blue by Penketh Players from 24th to 26th October at 7:30pm at The Olive Tree Community Centre, Penketh.
The Room At The Inn & The Y Project are currently running at a loss. At the moment the outgoings (wages, electricity, insurance, food etc.) are £10,000 a month. The income is about £6,000 a month. They are running a ‘Come In Out Of The Cold’ campaign asking people to donate £5.
6th October Team 2 – Kathy & Jane O
20th October Team 3 – Barbara R & Barbara M
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Carol Street, Station Road and Latchford Christian Fellowship
We pray for our church at Prescot and Whiston and we thank God for his love and guidance in the preparation for the work of redevelopment. We ask God’s blessing on our minister Rev Sue Smith for her leadership and help as the work begins. We thank St James for their welcome as we worship with them on Sunday mornings. The mums and tots; share Knowsley; knit and natter; brownies, have been blessed with other places to meet each week. We pray for God’s guidance for our work in his Kingdom.
Minister: Rev Sue Smith
We would like to welcome Jessica and William’s triplets, Sonny, Sidney and Betsy into our Church family this morning.
See your favourite bible stories spring to life. From Tuesday 9th October to Sunday 14th October.
Come to Bold Street, Warrington at 4pm on Sunday 30th September to Explore, Reflect, Discuss and Understand the Holy Spirit. Then at 6pm join in or sit back and enjoy the Circuit Worship.