The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Lord Street, Park Avenue and Latchford Methodist
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Church Prayer – Ashton
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Ashton and for their minister Rev Iris Musgrove. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Ashton Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Minister: Rev Iris Musgrove
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are School Street, Evans Place Street and Christ Church
Church Prayer – Antrobus
Please remember friends in Antrobus today, a small but stable group of people enjoying local rural Methodist fellowship. Pray for our continued Caring, Loving and Christian Presence in the Village and during the Summer taking part in Village activities such as the Rose Queen Fete. Also pray for our active ecumenical links and events between the Methodist Chapel and with St Marks church.
Minister: Rev David Easton
Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea on Saturday 16th June from 2pm to 4pm at Bold Street.
Tai Chi
Church Prayer – Wesley
Please pray for Wesley Church members as we go forward through this year. Pray that we are enabled to support each other through the difficult times which some members have and are experiencing. We rejoice in our outreach to the community through the Tea and Coffee Pot held on Friday mornings. Please pray for opportunities and blessings.
Minister: Rev Martin Wood.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Old Road, Beatrice Street and Latchford Baptist
Easter Offering Dedication Service
Easter Offering Dedication Service at Church on 15th May at 2.30pm. As part of the service we are asked if we would like to collect pens for children in the Philippines.
Alice McNamee’s Funeral
Alice McNamee’s Funeral will take place at Church on May 17th at 2.30pm and then 3.40pm at the crematorium.
Strawberry Tea
St. James’ are having their annual strawberry tea in aid of the circuit charity. This will be held on Saturday 23rd June from 2pm until 4pm. Tickets are £3 which includes strawberries or peaches and cream or ice cream, plus cake with tea, coffee or juice.
House Group
The house group meeting on Monday 14th May has been cancelled as the majority of it’s members will be attending a funeral.
Missing Person
We have had an urgent request from County Methodist Church to circulate the link below regarding a missing person – Glenys Perry. The link is to a Police missing person file. There are several names on the file, but Glenys Perry is the person of interest on this occasion.
https://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/missing-persons/glenys-perry/#5af35681a2b32
Church Logo
We would like to say thank you for all the hard work, time and effort that has been placed into designing a logo for our Church website and publications. We have tried the submissions on our website but unfortunately when we scale them down to the small sizes we need they loose clarity and shine. We therefore hope you will try once more, please see below for more details and an example.
The deadline for submissions has been extended and left open for the next few weeks.
Circuit Charity
The Circuit Charity for the last two years has been Parkinson UK. We are now looking for a new charity to support from September 2018. Proposals are invited from all circuit churches (one from each church). The proposal should be on an A4 page and give a brief outline of the charity and why the circuit should consider adopting it. The circuit Leadership Team will consider the proposals and a maximum of three will be shortlisted for consideration. The 3 churches whose proposals are shortlisted will be asked to give a short presentation at the June Circuit meeting and a vote will then be taken at a meeting to decide which one will be accepted as the circuit charity for the next two years. Proposals should be submitted to Jane Otterson, Senior Circuit Steward, by 1st June preferably by e-mail. mailto:janeotterson@gmail.com
Church Prayer – Trinity
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Trinity and for their minister Rev Jenny MacGregor. Bless the ministry of this church and 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.
Minister Rev Jenny MacGregor.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Thelwall Lane, Sir Thomas Boteler High School and Newman Catholic Church
Sarah’s marathon Challenge
Why Sarah Easton is running 12 marathons in 12 countries in 12 months at Stockton Heath Methodist on 4th June at 7:30pm.
Firefest
Firefest at Knutsford Methodist Church from 11th to 13th May.
Dance the Night Away
Dance the Night Away at the Oaks Centre, Penketh on Friday 18th May at 7:30pm. For more details please see the poster on the notice board
Together in One Place Pentecostal Celebrations
The Two cathedrals in Liverpool provides an opportunity for the Christians of Merseyside to celebrate their faith. You are invited to join in this year’s celebrations on 20th may from 3:00pm to 5:00pm.
Spirituality for Change
A day for the spiritually curious on Saturday 9th June in Maghull.
Missing person from Liverpool
We have had an urgent request from County Methodist Church to circulate the link below regarding a missing person – Glenys Perry. The link is to a Police missing person file. There are several names on the file, but Glenys Perry is the person of interest on this occasion.
https://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/missing-persons/glenys-perry/#5af35681a2b32
House Group
House Group will take place on 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month until 23rd July in the lounge.
Friendly Club
Next meeting will be on 18th May at 7:30pm but now as well as Church members we are happy to say it will be open to the homeless and the lonely this month. We will have dominoes and bingo. Please members let Barbara G. know what you would like for the next meeting
Church Logo
We would like to say thank you for all the hard work, time and effort that has been placed into designing a logo for our Church website and publications. We have tried the submissions on our website but unfortunately when we scale them down to the small sizes we need they loose clarity and shine. We therefore hope you will try once more, please see below for more details and an example.
Church Prayer – Sutton
Our Father, the one eternal God who came to earth in a human form, he came with words of comfort to all of us to teach us how to live in harmony with one another and most all to love one another as He loves us. When we are down and we are sad the world is weary, open our hearts to the things he has taught us through his only Son, Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with us forever.
Minister: Rev Martin Wood
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Knutsford Road, Lockett Street and St. Johns’
Design a logo for Latchford Methodist Church
We would like to say thank you for all the hard work, time and effort that has been placed into designing a logo for our Church website and publications. We have tried the submissions on our website but unfortunately when we scale them down to the small sizes we need as they lose their clarity and shine. We therefore hope you will try once more.
House Group
House Group will take place on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month until 23rd July in the lounge.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Cumberland Street, Oldham Street and St. James’
Church Prayer – St. Philip’s
We pray for all the young families coming through our doors that they may come to know Jesus as their Saviour and enter into a Christian life. We ask for a blessing on all the children that they may grow up knowing Jesus as their friend and guide. We pray for our school; for the children and staff that they may follow their Christian values in all their work and relationships.
Minister: Rev. Sue Smith
Linda’s mission
Please pray for our minister, Rev. Linda Bishop, as she leaves today to join a three day mission to Ireland so that she may be blessed with strength, guidance and insight needed to answer God’s call.
Coffee Morning
At Padgate Methodist on 21st April from 10am until 12pm. Please see the poster on the notice board for more details.
Quiet Day
Quiet Day at Bold Street Methodist on Saturday 21st April from 10am until 12pm. Please see the poster on the notice board for more details.
An Evening of Delightful Song
An Evening of Delightful Song at Lymm Methodist on Saturday 28th April at 7.30pm. No ticket required.
Morgan Szymanski
World renowned classical guitarist performs in a concert in aid of Mexican Children on 11th May at 7.30pm at Stockton Heath Methodist Church. Please see the poster on the notice board for more details.
Action for Children Morecambe Bay Sponsored Walk
Saturday 7th July at 12pm. For more details please see the poster on the notice board.
A truly spectacular walk across this world famous beauty spot. Setting off from Arnside, the 7 – 8 mile walk will take you across the magnificent bay to finish at Kent’s Bank. Led by Cedric Robinson, you will enjoy breathtaking scenery whilst raising funds for Action for Children. Registration fee is £10 which includes well deserved tea and cake at the Abbot Hall Hotel, Kent’s Bank, at the end of your walk.
https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/in-your-area/events/walking/morecambe-bay-sponsored-walk/
Planning Submission
We are preparing a planning submission to allow us to install an illuminated LED cross above our Church Entrance. If anyone has any experience in writing a planning submission to Warrington Borough Council and are willing to assist then could you please contact Iain.
Church Prayer – St. Martin’s
We pray for the people of St. Martin’s and all the families who come into the building. We pray that those who come for church activities such as Meeting Point, Tots, Sticky Church, The Sop and the Singing group that they feel your love through those that engage with them. We pray for those who come to use the room, the Cine Club, Shooting stars and the Martial Arts group that they feel comfortable and cared for. We pray that all we do is in your name.
Minister: Sue Smith
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Davies Avenue, Powell Street and Latchford Christian Fellowship
New Song Breakfast
New Song Breakfast next Sunday morning at 9:00am for 9:30am service at Latchford
Planning Submission
We are preparing a planning submission to allow us to install an illuminated LED cross above our Church Entrance. If anyone has any experience in writing a planning submission to Warrington Borough Council and are willing to assist then could you please contact Iain.
Church Prayer – St. James
Please pray for our Sunday School & Junior Church and their leaders, which numbers may increase and our young people continue to learn of the love of Jesus. We give thanks for the continuing ecumenical work 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: Rev Jenny MacGregor.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are St. Augustine’s Avenue, Henshall Avenue and Latchford Methodist
Easter Offering Envelopes
Easter Offering Envelopes are in the pews this morning. Money raised will be for Home and Overseas Mission.
House Group
House Group restarts on Monday 9th April at 1.30pm. All are welcome to join us in the lounge. It will continue on 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month until 23rd July.
Feast your Faith
Feast your Faith at Linda Bishop’s home will be a week later than usual on Wednesday 11th April: 6.30pm if you are eating, otherwise 7.30pm. All are welcome but Linda or Kit know if you are coming for catering purposes and speak to Kit if you want a lift.
Friendly Club
The next Friendly club is on 20th April at 7.30pm. Please do not sit and be lonely. This month will be dominoes and scrabble. Hope to see you there. We would like the group to also have ideas about what they would like to do at future clubs.
Christmas Angels
Many thanks to those people who knitted angels last year. Can we ask you to keep knitting them and put them in the bag by the vestry door please. If you’ve not knitted an angel before then patterns are available from Jean O. or you can find them on the internet.
Church Prayer – Sankey Valley Methodist Circuit
We give thanks for the people of our Circuit as we seek to live out our calling as the disciples of Jesus and ask for your prayers as the Circuit faces the challenge of redefining itself in the context of the changing face of Methodism. Recognising that the future form the church will be different to that of the past, that ordained ministers are in increasingly short supply, and that many lay leaders of the Circuit are completing their term of office, we pray for a fresh vision of the church of the future.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Kingsway South, Lindley Avenue and Christ Church
Prayer
Street Prayers: The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Broadbent Avenue, Griffiths Street and Latchford Baptist
Circuit Prayers: Rixton – Please pray for our work with children through Messy Church and the Toddler group, and that we would be able to find new ways to reach out to the community. Minister: Rev Linda Bishop
An Evening with Paul Kerensa
An Evening with Paul Kerensa at Altrincham Methodist Church on Friday 18th May at 7:30pm.
Leaders training Day
Leaders training Day on Saturday 14th April in Liverpool.
Music for Easter
Bridgewater Singers present a celebration of Easter on Monday 26th March at 7:30pm at St. Thomas’s Church. For more details please see the poster on the notice board.
Glory Hallelujah on Wednesday 28th March at 7:30pm at St. Mary’s Church, Lymm. Please see the poster on the notice board for more details.
Easter Communion
Ladies Group has an Easter Communion Service led by Rev’d Linda Bishop
Lent Course
A reminder that tonight is the last session of our Lent course. 7.30pm in the lounge at Latchford. It doesn’t matter if you have not been to any earlier ones, they are stand-alone sessions and have proved very interesting. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Friendly Club
The Friendly club will be hosting Domino’s this Friday, 23rd, starting at 07.30pm. Everyone is welcome, from beginners or experts alike.
Lent Course
You are invited to a Lent course on Wednesday evenings up until 21st March inclusive at 7.30pm in the lounge. Come for one or two or all of them. Please use the door on the left side of the church. This is open to everyone, from all churches or none. We look forward to seeing you
New Song Café – Rev Loraine Mellor
At March’s New Song Café we will welcome Rev Loraine Mellor, a previous Circuit Superintendent and currently President of Methodist Conference to join us and speak. There will be cake, music and fellowship aplenty while we worship together at Bold Street Methodist on Sunday 25th March at 7pm. All are welcome.
Tenebrae A Service of Shadows
Tenebrae A Service of Shadows with the Folkus Gallery Band at St. John’s UR Church on 25th March at 7:00pm.
Free Easter Egg Hunt
On Saturday 31st March from 11:00am to 2:00pm at Bold Street Methodist. For more details please see the poster on the notice board.
Fairtrade Stall
Message from Christine – Thank you for your support of the Fairtrade stall. We raised £366.75 over the last twelve months to help farmers and other people who would not be able to look after their families.
Did You Know??
Our organ was donated by Mary Hartley on March 18th 1909, in memory of her father, John Hartley. Therefore the organ is 109 years old today!!!
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Gaskell Avenue, Simkin Avenue and Newman Catholic Church
Church Prayer – Padgate
We pray for Padgate and its mission and service among the local community. We pray for Deacon Helen Coleman as she continues to discover new opportunities for mission in the Padgate area. We pray for Mark Coles as he tries to juggle his time at Padgate and elsewhere in the circuit. We pray for the people at Padgate: inspire them to spread your love further into the community; to grow in faith; to bear witness to the living Christ in their community; and as they continue to seek to worship in new and inspiring ways.
Ministers: Rev Mark Coles and Deacon Helen Coleman
Lent Course
You are invited to a Lent course on Wednesday evenings up until 21st March inclusive at 7.30pm in the lounge. Come for one or two or all of them. Please use the door on the left side of the church. This is open to everyone, from all churches or none. We look forward to seeing you.
Michael Harding
I’m sorry to be sending news of the death of Michael Harding, the (adult) son of David and Joan. Michael and David were regulars at NS Cafe and we send David, Joan and their wider family our love and prayers at this time.
Church Prayer – Prescott & Whiston
We ask for a blessing on our church, Prescott & Whiston, in its discipleship and outreach, remembering the Brownies, Mum & Tots and the Choir. We pray for the church family as they share with the Asylum seekers and refugees. We thanks God for our minister Rev Sue Smith.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Reynolds Street, Bridgewater Avenue and St. Johns’
Lent Course
You are invited to a Lent course on Wednesday evenings up until 21st March inclusive at 7.30pm in the lounge. Come for one or two or all of them. Please use the door on the left side of the church. This is open to everyone, from all churches or none. We look forward to seeing you.
Angels
Many thanks to those people who knitted angels last year. Can we ask you to keep knitting them and put them in the bag by the vestry door please. If you’ve not done it before patterns are available from Jean or you can find them on the internet.
Discipleship Service
Discipleship Service 11th March at 6:30pm in the hall
Flower List
There are still a few spaces on the flower list if anyone is interested.
Café Jam tonight
Café Jam tonight, 6:00pm for 6:30pm.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Plinston Avenue, Bolton Avenue and St. James’
Church Prayer – Penketh
We pray for our Church in 2018 that it may develop both numerically and spiritually. Be with Mark, our minister and Helen our Deacon together with our newly constituted Management Stewards as we seek to develop our Mission Projects including themed services. We also pray for our Lay Workers, Laura and Linda as they bring Jesus Christ to the children and young people. We thank you that we have so many volunteers who act as ambassadors, catering staff and cleaners and help to meet the needs of the many members of the community that use our premises.
Ministers: Rev Mark Coles and Deacon Helen Coleman
Tai Chi – Urgent Notice
Please be aware this evenings Tai Chi session has been cancelled due to the inclement weather.
Please considering staying home tonight, stay warm and check on any vulnerable neighbours.
Flower List
There are still a few spaces on the flower list if anyone is interested.
Church Council Meeting
1St March 2018
Latchford Methodist Church – 7.30pm
All meetings are an offering of our worship to God. I hope you will pray for the meeting as we come to commit ourselves to God.
Hot Pot Supper & Film Night
Church Prayer – Padgate
We pray for Padgate and its mission and service among the local community. We pray for Deacon Helen Coleman as she continues to discover new opportunities for the mission in the Padgate area. We pray for Mark Coles as he tries to juggle his time at Padgate and elsewhere in the circuit. We pray for the people at Padgate: inspire them to spread your love further into the community; to grow in faith; to bear witness to the living Christ in their community; and as they continue to seek to worship in new and inspiring ways.
Ministers: Rev Mark Coles and Deacon Helen Coleman
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Westy Lane, Chantler Avenue and Latchford Christian Fellowship
Our Story Goes On
A musical presentation on Saturday 3rd March at 7pm at Bold Street Methodist. Please see poster on the notice board for more details.
An Evening with Noel & Tricia Richards
Friday 9th March at Lymm United Reformed Church at 7:30pm. Please see poster on the notice board for more details.
Coffee Morning at Farnworth Methodist Guild
Coffee Morning at Farnworth Methodist Guild on Saturday 17th March, 10:00am till noon. Please see poster on the notice board for more details.
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Longdin Street, Stringer Crescent and Latchford Methodist
Church Prayer – Balmer Street
We pray this morning for the members and friends of Balmer Street and for their minister Revd. Martin Wood. Bless the ministry of this church in its discipleship and outreach, that all those in the community of Balmer Street Church may encounter the love of God in the witness of the people.
Lent Course
You are invited to a Lent course on Wednesday evenings from 21st February to 21st March inclusive at 7.30pm in the lounge. Come for one or two or all of them. Please use the door on the left side of the church. This is open to everyone, from all churches or none. We look forward to seeing you.
New Song: Invitation to 10-Pin bowling, Dodgems, Children food and great company
New Song Breakfast
Sunday 18th February at 9am in the hall.
Afternoon Tea & Chinese Auction
New Song Cafe Meal
On 25th February New Song and Bold Street churches are hosting a meal at 5pm before the New Song Cafe. All are invited even if you do not want to stay to Cafe.
Church Prayer – Nutgrove Church & Community Building
Bless the ministry of the church, the nursery and our day school. We pray for our minister, Rev Martin Wood and our new Deacon Julie Hudson and her outreach work to engage with local families. We pray that her endeavours to engage with families and the surrounding population bear fruition. Martin continues with the mother and toddler group on Wednesdays, the credit union and messy church and we extend a warm invitation to anyone who would like to join us. Please pray for the sick and lonely at this time and we especially think of members who, due to illness, are unable to be with us to worship but they are in our thoughts and prayers.
Minister: Revd. Martin Wood
Street Prayers
The next 3 streets/projects in the Latchford area are Rock Road, Brook Place and Christ Church
Café Jam
Café Jam on Sunday 4th March, 6:00pm for 6:30pm.
Worship in A Folk Style
Worship in A Folk Style at Cross Lane United Church on Sunday 29th March at 10:00am.
Feast your Faith
Feast your Faith at Linda’s home Wednesday 7th February. All are invited to this new fellowship featuring food at 6.30pm and at 7.30pm an opportunity to ask the questions you have always wanted to ask and to have discussion in a safe environment. Song, prayer and conversation. Let Linda or Kit know if you are going so there’s sufficient food. You are welcome at 7.30pm – or any other time if you can’t manage 6.30pm. If you would like to take juice or a dessert that will be much appreciated but please don’t think you have to! Please see church paper notices for the address or ask.