Weekly Bulletin - 26th Sept
Welcome to our weekly church bulletin, here's what is coming up in the life of St Andrew's and St Bartholomew's!
This Sunday - James 1:1-18
9am Communion Service at St A's
10.30am Communion Service with Children's and Youth Groups at St A's
5pm Holy Communion at St B's
7pm Revival Prayer Meeting at St A's
To find out what's happening during the week click here to view our full church calendar.
News and Notices
Gateway Theology School – Final Reminder!
The Nicene Creed at 1700 Years
Don't miss the Gateway Forum launch event – Tonight, Friday 26th September, 7–9pm at St Andrew's.
Talk by Dan Button, with Q&A and refreshments included.
Creation, Climate & Christianity
A 5-session Zoom course beginning Tuesday 30th September, 7–8.45pm.
Last week to sign up!
Christian Heritage Talk – English Reformation
Thursday 9th October, 7pm at St Andrew's.
Christian Heritage Walk, Oxford
Saturday 11th October, 10am–1pm, with optional talk above.
For details or to sign up, contact Dan at info@gtstheology.org or visit gtstheology.org.
Men's Breakfast
Our next Men's Breakfast is on Saturday 4th October at 8.30am for an 8.45am start.
We'll be welcoming Maik Gibson, who works to remove barriers so people can understand God's Word and be transformed by God's Spirit. This will be alongside the ever-popular full English breakfast.
Please sign up via ChurchSuite here.
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.
All proceeds will go directly to Gloucester Foodbank, run by The Trussell Trust.
Impact Weekend 2025 – Tickets Closing Soon!
Impact Weekend is happening Friday 10th – Sunday 12th October.
Tickets will close on Sunday 5th October. 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 here 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 and 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.
Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing Course
The next Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing Course begins on Tuesday 4th November, 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
New Wine Festival – 28th July – 2nd August 2026
Don't miss out! The Early Bird discount for New Wine ends on 30th September 2025. Now is a great time to book at the early bird rate and join us as we head to Shepton Mallet to camp together.
New Wine is a wonderful time of worship, teaching, and community for all ages—whether you want to grow in your faith, be inspired by gifted speakers, enjoy vibrant worship, or give your children and youth space to encounter God in exciting ways. Beyond the main sessions, it's also a chance to relax, share meals, and deepen friendships within our church family.
Book direct at: festival.new-wine.org/book-now
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
The way we travel has an impact on the environment. Can you make one less car journey a week? Consider lift sharing, public transport, walking or cycling as more sustainable options.
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Contact us
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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