Weekly Bulletin - 3rd Oct
This Sunday - James 1:19-27
9am Communion service at St A's
10.30am All Age Worship at St A's
6pm Encounter Service at St A's
To find out what's happening during the week click here to view our full church calendar.
News and Notices
Thursday Knitting Group – Knitwear Sale
The Thursday Knitting Group will be holding a sale of knitwear in the Large Hall after both services on Sunday 5th October 2025.
All proceeds will go directly to Gloucester Foodbank, run by The Trussell Trust.
Impact Weekend 2025 – Tickets Closing This Monday!
Impact Weekend is happening Friday 10th – Sunday 12th October 2025.
Tickets close this Monday, 7th October 2025! Signing up early really helps us manage all the admin and ensures the weekend runs smoothly.
If you're only joining us on Sunday for the Hog Roast, you will still need to purchase a Sunday ticket in advance. Please note: no tickets will be available on the day.
Secure your place here.
Operation Christmas Child – Shoebox Appeal
Make a real difference to a child's life this Christmas by supporting the Operation Christmas Child shoebox appeal. You are not just sending a shoebox of gifts to delight a child in need, but a powerful message of love, hope, and the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Boxes of beautiful toys and gifts (take a look at our examples!) are available to sponsor for £20, which includes the £5 shipping fee. Purchase boxes via ChurchSuite or visit our stand in the concourse.
This year we are also holding a special packing event in the church from Monday 13th to Friday 17th October 2025and will need additional helpers to make up the boxes. Please let us know if you are able to spare an hour or so to help.
Churchdown Zero – Date Change Reminder
Please note: Our next Churchdown Zero event will now be held on Sunday 19th October 2025, instead of the 12th.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Light Party – The Greatest Ghost Story Told
Open to children aged 3–11 (parents/guardians must stay), this year's theme is "The Greatest Ghost Story Told." Come dressed as a character from your favourite story or in something bright and sparkly. Dinner is included! Cost is £3.50 per child or £7.50 for families of 3 or more.
Date & Time: Thursday 31st October, 4:30–6:30pm
"None of them asked 'Who are you?' They knew it was Jesus!" – John 21:12
Sign up and get tickets here
Mental Health Awareness Morning Workshop
You're invited to our Mental Health Awareness Morning Workshop, a space to explore what mental health really means for all of us. Together we'll talk about what good and poor mental health can look like, share practical coping strategies, and top tips on how we can look after ourselves and those around us. Taking place Saturday 9th November 9:30 - 12noon.
Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing Course
The next Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing Course begins on Tuesday 4th November 2025, 7.00–8.30pm in the Lounge at St Andrew's.
Running for 12 weeks (with a break over Christmas and New Year), the course will explore topics such as Anxiety, Disappointment & Loss, Resilience, and Forgiveness in an informal, safe, and supportive setting.
Cost: £10 (includes a Wellbeing Journal and light refreshments).
To find out more or to register your interest, please email Judy Strawson: judystrawson@googlemail.com
The Friends of St Bartholomew's – Christmas Coffee Morning
Join us on Tuesday 18th November 2025, 10.30am – 12pm at St Andrew's Church Centre for our festive Christmas Coffee Morning!
Enjoy cakes, Christmas cards, a raffle, and bric-a-brac. Tickets are £2, which includes coffee and a mince pie, and can be purchased from the Church Office, Committee Members, or on the door.
If you would like to include any updates in the weekly bulletin, send them to Adam. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday at 1pm.
Giving at St Andrew's and St Bartholomew's
Generous giving is an integral part of Christian discipleship. The apostle Paul says that giving is a primary responsibility for Christians: 'But since you excel in everything – in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in the love we have kindled in you – see that you also excel in this grace of giving. 2 Cor 8:7. For more information on how to give and where your money goes please download our giving flyer here.
Please click here to make a one-off donation or set up a direct debit.
Pastoral Care
As part of our Christian community, we provide mutual support for one another. Much of this happens informally with friends within the church and through the connect groups. However, sometimes people will require more personal support and encouragement either as a 'one-off chat' or on a more ongoing basis. We have a pastoral care team who can provide this type of care. Please contact Nigel Roe (Team Leader) on 07780 994827 or Rosi White on 07426 357967.
Weekly Prayer Zoom Details
Every Thursday
7.30pm Zoom Prayer
Meeting ID:726 2837 5971 Passcode: STAPRAYER
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Green Tips
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St Andrew's Church Centre, Station Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2JT
www.stastb.church
01452 712154
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
Closed Tuesday 9.30am - 11.30am
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