The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Psalm 19 v1

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1 25th June nd Sunday after Trinity The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Psalm 19 v1 Our vision is to make the love of Jesus clearly visible to one another and to the world around us.

2 Hello and Welcome! Especially if you are new to Christ Church. We are a local, family church who want to share the love of Jesus with our local community. Some information about today; Duration Our services typically last for about 1.5hrs (main service) and 1hr (early morning or evening). Character Our main service at 10.30am is suitable for all, whereas our early morning service at 8.45pm and / or 6.00pm evening service is a smaller quieter affair more suited to older children and adults. Children We have a play area at the back of the church which is suitable for babies and toddlers before all our youth go through for their separate Youth programme in our Centre this will be announced in the service. All of our youth leaders have attended Safeguarding training and are DBS checked. This ensures your children are able to have fun and learn about Jesus in a safe environment. Please note our safeguarding policy does not allow unaccompanied adults into the Centre whilst the children s programme is in progress, if this is a problem please speak to one of the Stewards who welcomed you at the door. They will be able to help you. Toilets. During the service please use the facilities located to the left inside the front entrance to the church. Before and/after the service, additional facilities are located in the centre (see overleaf). First Aid. If you are in need of medical assistance during the service, please speak to one of our Stewards. Refreshments After our morning services, everyone is invited to join us for tea/coffee or soft drinks in the centre. We have an active mid-week life including housegroups, prayer meetings, and various other activities - all aimed to keep people active and growing, both in their relationship with Jesus and with each other. If you are happy to complete one of our guest information cards, we would welcome your feedback. Please see a Steward for more information. Finally, we hope you feel welcome today, and look forward to seeing you again soon! Hans Stein Minister of Christ Church Swanley

3 Welcome to Christ Church Swanley! Today s Services 8.45am Morning Worship 10.30am Morning Communion Building a life of commitment The eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. 2 Chronicles 16 : 9 (NIV) Speaker: Hans Stein (minister) After a time of worship and the breaking of bread at Holy Communion, our children and older youth move into our centre for their Spectrum Sunday School groups as follows: Group 1 (pre-school) : Group 2 (reception - year 4) : Group 3 (year 5 - year 7) : Group 4 (year 8+) : Tea, coffee and soft drinks are available after the service in the Centre, please come and say hello! 2.30pm Messy Church An overflowing of creativity and encounter as we openly and engagingly glorify God in word and worship. An opportunity for families to have fun, get messy and discover more about God. Today, Messy Church explores the story of David and Goliath. Next Week s Services 10.30am Morning Worship 6.00pm Evening Communion

4 Thought for the Week Many are under the impression that a child of God is born full grown; that once a person becomes a convert, instantaneously he/she becomes a mature Christian. Consequently, mature Christian conduct is expected from those who are in reality mere babes in the family of God. Many new Christians have been greatly distressed by their failure to measure up to what they believe they should be as followers of Jesus. They have mistakenly laboured under the impression that once you become a child of God, Christian character and maturity naturally follow. As children of God, we all need to recognize that spiritual growth is both a responsibility and a continuing opportunity; and help younger Christians, those who are babes in Christ, on their journey towards spiritual maturity. Prayer this Week do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Phil. 4v6 The World the tens of thousands of people in Raqqa, Syria, held hostage whilst a battle with IS continues around them. The Country to the families of the 79 people known to have died in the Grenfell Tower block fire and to the many families who have lost their homes and all their possessions. Our Church - For all in our church who are suffering through illness and chronic ailments including: Vanessa B; Allie C; Margaret F; Louise H; Vicky R; Shirley T; Margaret V; Jacky W; Peter W. - For those needing employment, including: Mark P H Prayer meeting We meet together in the church on Tuesdays at 10am to pray, come join us! Prayer chain For urgent prayer please contact Sue Smith on

5 News Elders election day. If you haven t already done so, please collect your ballot paper from the baptistry this morning. Once completed, place your voting slips in the ballot box. The vote will close today at 1.00pm. Encounter an evening of extended worship where you can come and be encouraged to meet with God in a deeper, intimate way. We will be joining together in expectation of an encounter with our triune God in song, prayer and word on Sunday 9th July at 7.00pm. Worship Team Positions. A number of positions have been made available to assist in the running of our worship at Christ Church. Please take some time to read over the information (copies on the unit behind the pulpit) and if you feel led to apply, speak to Kevin Button. Christ Church are heading to Soul Survivor again this summer. We are booked into week B which will mean we are away from Saturday 19th to Thursday 24th August. This fantastic youth event is aimed at youth between the ages years. For more information please speak to Lewis or Linda. News The latest Barnabus Prayer Diary is now available, covering July and August. A copy is on the Persecuted Church noticeboard. If you would like a printed copy please speak to Linda. Swanley Foodbank will be holding a 1 day collection at Tesco's Sidcup on Saturday, 15th July 2017 from 9-5 pm and are looking for volunteers to cover a 2 hour slot across the day. If you can help please call Margaret Hammond on or margaretrhammond@aol.com. The community action vision team are organising a "litter pick up" in Swanley park on Saturday 1st July as part of our service to the community. We will be meeting at the top car park (The Birches ) at 10.30am and finishing about Please see noticeboard for more information. If you are coming to our Community Lunch on Saturday 8th July please ensure you have added your name to the list on the unit behind the pulpit.

6 This Week s Diary Monday 1.30pm Rainbow Fellowship Group in the Centre 7.00pm Healthy Living Group in the Centre 7.30pm Housegroup pm Badminton Club in the Centre Tuesday - our day for fasting and prayer; we encourage everyone to fast and pray 10.00am Prayer Meeting in the Church 6.00pm Housegroup pm Elders meeting Wednesday 2.00pm Kingdom Seekers Housegroup 6.00pm Galaxy Club in the Centre (a club for children aged 7-11 (KS2)) Thursday 8.00pm GTR Housegroup 8.00pm Housegroup 2 Friday 10.00am Bulrushes Carer and Toddler group (newborn - 4 years) 7.30pm Worship Band Practice Looking ahead.. - 4th July 2017 Yan Hadley at Christ Church (7.30pm) - 8th July 2017 Community Lunch in the centre (12.45pm) - 22nd 27th July 2017 Naturally Supernatural Soul Survivor (all ages) - 19th 27th August 2017 Soul Survivor at Peterborough for yr olds - 31st August 2nd September Revival Alliance Conference, Birmingham

7 Teas, coffees & refreshments CENTRE Toilets CHURCH Toilets Entrance

8 Minister: Rev d Hans Stein Telephone: Church Office: christchurchswanley@hotmail.co.uk Christ Church, High Street, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8AF Part of the United Reformed Church. Registered charity number