Christian leaders in Ipswich have today put out a press release with a joint statement in response to the killing of George Floyd. Your six appointed circuit ministers have all signed it. This was put together in a short period of time, so, please do not assume, therefore, that if a neighbouring church or church leader is not on the list that they didn’t agree with the sentiment of the letter!
Friday 5th June 2020 The killing of George Floyd was a tragic act of violence that has revealed that racial injustices, amongst many other prejudices, are still present throughout society. George Floyd was denied the fundamental right to life, and his killing is an insult to the God-given dignity of every human being. George Floyd’s…
A video of unity made by ministers and clergy in Ipswich saying the Lord’s Prayer together for Pentecost 2020.
Pastoral Letter – East Anglia District Chair of the District – Revd. Julian M. Pursehouse 03:06:2020 Sisters and Brothers in Christ, Over the last week or so it feels as though the world has been waking up again particularly as some of the restrictions around lockdown are eased and we return to some of the…
What a terrific and inspiring idea from members of Capel St Mary Methodist Church
Trinity Sunday Year A 7 June 2020. Lectionary Readings Isaiah 40 v12-17; 27-31. Who compares with God? And the LORD gives strength. 2 Corinthians 13 v1-13 Letter ending- blessing. Matthew 28 v16-20 What Jesus’ followers must do. Motivation. What is it that motivates and binds together God the Father, Jesus and the Holy…
We have had beautiful weather and I have walked five and six miles each day. I also have a front and back garden where I can sit. There is plenty of colour, insects, butterflies, and birds arguing who will have the first bath or drink in the morning to amuse me. Yet I was feeling…
The letter can be downloaded by clicking here – the full text is reproduced below if you wish to read online Dear friends, In many ways it feels as though the world is standing still at the moment and our Churches have closed down, we now have posters up at most of our Churches stating…
Today’s service is available online as we continue our series Tales of Peter’s Discipleship Journey and celebrate Pentecost. After the disciples, now called apostles, have received the Holy Spirit, it is Peter who has the boldness and courage and prophetic spirit to get up and respond to what has just happened. With the Holy Spirit flowing through him, Peter gives a passionate speech, putting the events into context. Today, we would call it preaching!
Watch the closing worship service with Pope Francis on Sunday 31st May,