November 2023
/Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
Autumn has finally come here in London, and it seems like it will be Christmas before we know it. I pray that you have been able to rest over the half-term break and find yourself ready to be the best representation of Christ till the end of this year.
Our church has undergone many transitions this term, and I can’t brag enough about everyone who has stepped up to help. The loss of Tarl, Jassen, and Kaylynn has been felt in all areas of our church family, but I am proud and thankful for everyone who has filled the gaps over the past few months. Our church would not be able to function without you and your much-needed service to God—a big thank you to all who have been a part of keeping the ministries of our church going.
Before the end of this year, there is still much to do in serving our church, plus reaching the local community with our Christmas outreaches. Please join me in praying all November for the opportunities this Christmas will bring us to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others.
Lastly, I am thankful for a church that cares and prays for one another. Over the past few months, there have been many who have fought sickness and many who have lost loved ones. I am glad our church is practising Romans 12:15 and caring for one another. Please don’t lose that spirit of caring and celebrating with your church family.
Romans 12:15 “Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep”.
The Elders:
Justin Rhoades & Tarl Reeves
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November/December Notices
During THE month of November, we will be looking at where we stand in RELATIONSHIP with God thanks to the SALVATION that Christ has bought us. we pray you can join us ON Sundays at 11:00 as we open the Bible TO UNDERSTAND SANCTIFICATION BETTER.
12 November is REMEMBRANCE Sunday. PLease join us as we remember those who have gone before us to allow us the freedom we have to worship God in peace and without fear. We will be OBSERVING a moment of SILENCE at 11:00 AM, so PLEASE come early, as we will be starting SERVICE a few MINUTES earlier than USUAL.
On 4 November we will be going to the high street one last time for 2023 to share the good news of jesus Christ. All are welcome to come along to be a part of this evangelistic event.
On 26 November, at the end of our service, we will TAKE communion together.
Our annual NEXT meeting is coming up ON Sunday evening 19 November. Please join us as we CELEBRATE all that God has done over the past year and look ahead to what he will do next in 2024 at Welling Church.
18 November at 9:00 AM, the men will MEET at Toby’s Carvery for breakfast and a Bible devotion. All men of all ages are welcome.
Women, we will be having a special Christmas event of crafts AND cake on 25 November. Please feel free to invite any other friends of family to come along for a great day of fellowship, Bible, and holiday cheer.
Starting DECEMBER we will be looking to the Characters in the Bible that played a crucial role in God’s plan for salvation that started on the first Christmas. we pray you can join us ON Sundays at 11:00.
Mark your diaries for a fantastic evening of WORSHIPPING the birth of our Saviour. We will have two opportunities to INVITE FRIENDS and family to join us as we look at the true MEANING of Christmas.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to have a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades AT Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
Grace Recovery is a small group for those struggling or WHO have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights.
Primary and Secondary Children meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each FRIDAY FROM 19:30- 21:00 at the church building.
