Weekly Bulletin - 23rd Jan
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 - David 3/14; flooring giants
9am Communion service at St A's
10.30am Holy Communion with Children's and Youth Groups at St A's
3:30pm Holy Communion at St B's
6pm Revival Prayer at St A's
To find out what's happening during the week click here to view our full church calendar.
News and Notices
Lent Course for All Connect Groups
Foundations of Our Faith
A five-week Lent course hosted by Dan Button (GTS)
This course explores the ancient origins of Lent as a season of fasting and spiritual formation, particularly for new disciples preparing for baptism at Easter.
All Connect Groups are invited to attend instead of their usual gatherings, and anyone else is very welcome to join.
When: Wednesdays, 7:30–9:00pm (refreshments from 7:15pm)
Where: St Andrew's Church
Dates: Wednesday 25 February – Wednesday 25 March (5 weeks)
Women's Day 2026
Saturday 7 March 2026
Please hold the date for Women's Day 2026. The theme will be Living Waters.
We are delighted to welcome Becky Harcourt, who leads a church in London, is part of the SOMA National Leadership Team, and is an Open Doors Ambassador.
Women's Day will focus on God's Spirit as our Living Water.
You can purchase tickets here.
Church Dreaming and Discerning Evening
We'd love our whole church to join us on Sunday 1 March, 6–8pm, as we take time to share, pray, and give thanks to the Lord together.
We will be outlining some developing thoughts about planning for the future, including time in groups to talk about our Mission, Values, and Vision. This evening forms part of a year-long discernment process during 2026 involving the Senior Leadership Team, PCC, and staff.
Thank you for being part of our wonderful church family as we look to the future with Jesus at the centre, and with great hope and expectation.
Notice from Liz Robertson
Saturday Craft Sessions for Women at St Andrew's
Over the last 10 years we have run Saturday morning craft sessions for women twice a term. This has been a lovely and effective ministry, often with church members inviting their non-church friends. The blessings have been innumerable — praise God.
We have now reached a point where, if the ministry is to continue, a new team is needed to lead, pray, and support this work. We are looking for women who:
Are members of St Andrew's Church
Have an active interest in crafting
Have a heart for women's ministry
Please contact Liz Robertson to discuss how you might be part of this ministry:
📞 Call or text: 07815 101925
📧 Email: lizrobertson7991@gmail.com
Liz will also be available to chat after the 10:30am service on Sunday 8 February.
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:717 8863 5477 Passcode: STAPRAYER
Green Tips
8-10% of global carbon emissions related to the textile industry and fashion industry. Can you simplify your wardrobe? Buy secondhand? Fix your clothes?
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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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