Christ Church news

20 February 2012

This week we mark the beginning of Lent - the journey to the Cross and Easter - with a special Ash Wednesday service starting at 7.30 pm.

19 February 2012

In Christ Church we value what's genuine. This morning Stephanie spoke about authentic relationships: Link...

17 February 2012

We're holding a newcomers' event on Friday March 16, for anyone who's joined Christ Church recently. If you haven't had an invite, just ask!

12 February 2012

Music this morning was led by members of the Young Adults group. Thanks to them and to the musicians who led extended worship this evening.

5 February 2012

Lots more people walked to church today, undeterred by the snow. It was good to welcome Isaac and Caspar as they were baptised this morning.

5 February 2012

The Reloaded youth group had an overnight stay at a retreat centre, with time for quiet reflection and walks. Got home just before the snow!

29 January 2012

This morning: Our link with Bolivia grows... Dan starting Christian work in Amsterdam... Phil Grasham on God's passion for the nations.

28 January 2012

Thanks to Birmingham Bike Foundry for providing today's cycle maintenance training... "the stuff covered was at the right level".

22 January 2012

We're thinking in these few weeks about our core values. This morning: putting God at the centre, in prayer and living. Link...

17 January 2012

It was good to welcome nearly 30 guests to the first session of our Alpha course, with more joining next week. Thanks to all who helped.

14 January 2012

There's still time to join the Alpha course which starts next Tuesday evening at Christ Church. We've just held 24 hours of prayer for this.

14 January 2012

Zumba dance/fitness comes to Christ Church - new for Monday evening Keep Fit. Starts next Monday, 7.45-8.45, £3/session, first session free.

8 January 2012

The New Year is an opportunity to review our giving. Allan gave us some pointers: Link...

8 January 2012

We're getting stuck into the New Year with most regular activities starting up again, including children's groups this Sunday morning.

2 January 2012

When experts get it wrong... Magi seeking the wrong sort of King. Mark's quiz and talk from the New Year's Day service: Link...

25 December 2011

Jesus is the present we need, not necessarily the one we want. Lots of visitors heard Geoff speak on Christmas morning: Link...

19 December 2011

Helen's talk from Sunday morning's All Age celebration is now online: Link... "Unmarried girl pregnancy shock" - Nazareth Post

18 December 2011

Over 200 people packed the hall for tonight's Carol service, led by a choir specially put together. Brilliant solo singing from Miriam too.

16 December 2011

A big, happy crowd made a big, happy noise as we sang Christmas carols at the Selly Park Tavern tonight.

16 December 2011

"Superb - really enjoyed it." Thanks to the Coffee Morning team for organising today's Christmas party, and for your hard work all year.

11 December 2011

"You'd better believe it"... This morning David reminded us how hard it is to believe that change can really happen. Link...

4 December 2011

After an amazing variety of craft activities, children filled the hall with candlelight in a Christingle service today. Link...

2 December 2011

'Tis the season to be singing carols... join shoppers and local churches at the Stirchley Co-op from 11 am to noon on Saturday.

27 November 2011

2 years, 21 countries, 37 ports visited. Natalie reported back on her service with OM Ships and how it had changed her. Link...

27 November 2011

We're starting to deliver our Christmas leaflet, also a postcard advertising the Alpha course which starts in January, across the parish.

23 November 2011

Next Sunday morning please bring good quality toys to be given to needy families as Christmas presents. More details: Link...

20 November 2011

Was this our widest ever age range at a service? 3 days to 98 years old. Stephanie encouraged us all in her talk: Link...

20 November 2011

There was wonderful singing at Miriam's concert on Friday, which raised over £900 for cancer charities - fantastic! Link...

15 November 2011

Join us for next Sunday's 6.30 pm service which will be an evening of prayer, particularly for the Alpha Course which starts in January.

13 November 2011

Heart and Soul service this evening included extended worship and an encouraging message from Ellen: Keep on the path God has called you to.

13 November 2011

This morning's Act of Remembrance reminded us of those serving today as well as past sacrifices. Geoff spoke on prayer: Link...

11 November 2011

Jeanne says thank you to everyone who supported the Lunch Club Autumn and Christmas Fayre. We raised £230, half going to the Building Fund.

8 November 2011

Extracts from last Sunday's All Age service are now online. Eight "holy habits" that can help us grow in the Spirit. Link...

6 November 2011

This afternoon's Memorial Service was well attended - a special time for people who are grieving the death of close friends and relatives.

30 October 2011

Last weekend's 24-hour youth event against human trafficking raised over £600. There's a photo report here:Link...

23 October 2011

We took to the streets with the local community on Sunday morning as the Great Birmingham Run came through Selly Park. Link...

21 October 2011

7 hours into the youth event against human trafficking... A talk by someone who befriends women caught up in the sex trade left us stunned.

16 October 2011

Jesus promises us freedom, but from what - and when? Graham's sermon from this morning is now available for download: Link...

16 October 2011

We're showing the Rugby World Cup Final on our giant screens, starting at 8.45 am next Sunday. Come along and tackle some bacon sarnies.

16 October 2011

Join us for breakfast next Saturday to support our youth groups' 24-hour exercise bike ride against human trafficking. Link...