April 2022 Update
He is Risen! Easter is the day we celebrate the glorious resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Why is the resurrection so important to our faith?
The resurrection establishes the truth of everything Jesus said and did before He died. Jesus made many astounding claims about the nature and character of the Creator as well as His plan for mankind. Jesus claimed that the God of Israel is the one true God, and that He was the only Son and deliverer offered by God the Father to all mankind. Jesus declared that belief in Christ was the one and only opportunity for men to be reconciled to their Heavenly Father.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
He is Risen! Easter is the day we celebrate the glorious resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Why is the resurrection so important to our faith?
The resurrection establishes the truth of everything Jesus said and did before He died. Jesus made many astounding claims about the nature and character of the Creator as well as His plan for mankind. Jesus claimed that the God of Israel is the one true God, and that He was the only Son and deliverer offered by God the Father to all mankind. Jesus declared that belief in Christ was the one and only opportunity for men to be reconciled to their Heavenly Father.
Next, just as Jesus promised and predicted that He would be resurrected, those who believe in and trust in His sacrificial atonement will likewise be resurrected after they die. Our hope is in the One who conquered death, sin, and hell!
This month’s sermon series leading up to Easter is entitled “Seek and Find” where we focus on the truth that those who seek after Jesus will find Him.
Luke 11:9-10
9 And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.
10 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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April Notices
3 April at 7:00PM we are having our next Young Adult Service for 16-35 year olds! Each month we gather together to worship God, be challenged from God’s word, and fellowship together.
We will be taking a break from all mid-week activities for the 2 weeks leading up to Easter (4-18 April). Everything will be back on it’s normal schedule starting Tuesday 19 April. Enjoy Your rest and time with friends and family.
Our sermon series for the first 3 Sundays of April is “Seek and Find”. As we lead up to Easter, we want to never forget that those who seek after Jesus will find Him.
Luke 11:9 — “And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."
Easter is on 17 April this year and it is the perfect opportunity to invite family and friends to come to church. Our service will be at it’s normal 11:00am time, you don’t want to miss it!
No meetings 5 & 12 April. 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 Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
No meetings 6 & 13 April. We are continuing our study of the End Times on Wednesday on Zoom. There is no book this go around so all you have to do is show up. Recordings are available on the WhatsApp.
No meetings 8 & 15 April. Primary and Secondary Children meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
No meetings 7 & 14 April. We’ve launched a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights.
March 2022 Update
We know that God has given believers a powerful tool in communicating our needs and requests to Him. God is able to do abundantly more than we can ask or imagine. What are you asking God to do in your life? Christians can and should pray big prayers that stretch us because we can always trust in God's sovereignty and wisdom. As believers, we know that He hears us, loves us, and that He will answer our prayers according to His will! May we begin praying with more conviction and faith.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
How is your prayer life? What is your prayer time like? What do you pray for and how often do you pray?
We know that God has given believers a powerful tool in communicating our needs and requests to Him. God is able to do abundantly more than we can ask or imagine. What are you asking God to do in your life? Christians can and should pray big prayers that stretch us because we can always trust in God's sovereignty and wisdom. As believers, we know that He hears us, loves us, and that He will answer our prayers according to His will! May we begin praying with more conviction and faith.
Ephesians 3:20-21
20 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us,
21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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March Notices
6 March at 7:00PM we are having our next Young Adult Service for 16-35 year olds! Each month we gather together to worship God, be challenged from God’s word, and fellowship together.
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 Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
We are continuing our study of the End Times on Wednesday on Zoom. There is no book this go around so all you have to do is show up. Recordings are available on the WhatsApp.
Primary and Secondary Children meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
We’ve launched a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights.
Throughout March we are continuing our study of the book of Acts to see how God took the church in Jerusalem and expanded it around Israel and beyond.
February 2022 Update
For many, the start of the year is a time of planning and reflection. What steps have you taken to make 2022 a year for spiritual growth and biblical maturity? It’s still not too late! This is the perfect time to consider how to cultivate your spiritual disciplines and dive deeper in your relationship with Christ for the rest of this year.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
It’s incredible to think that we’re a month into 2022 already! What will the rest of this year look like for you spiritually?
For many, the start of the year is a time of planning and reflection. What steps have you taken to make 2022 a year for spiritual growth and biblical maturity? It’s still not too late! This is the perfect time to consider how to cultivate your spiritual disciplines and dive deeper in your relationship with Christ for the rest of this year.
What spiritual discipline would you like to develop? Maybe you could read your Bible every day, or have a more fervent time of prayer in the morning and night, or share the Gospel with at least two people, or memorise 10 Bible verses, or start serving regularly at church? Take some time this month to pray over what God is directing you do in growing closer to Him this year. When you set real and realistic goals for yourself, you may be more inclined to follow through with them. And don’t forget, share your intentions and goals with a friend so they can help keep you accountable!
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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February Notices
6 February at 7:00PM we are having our first Young Adult Service for 16-35 year olds! Each month we will gather together to worship God, be challenged from God’s word, and fellowship together.
Mark your calendars for the February Half Term! Wednesday - Friday we are hosting a holiday Bible club for Children in Primary school. Sign up online by clicking here.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com. No Baby Steps on 15 February because of Half Term.
We are continuing our study of the Treasure Principle on Wednesday Bible Study on Zoom. If you want to get the book, feel free to order one from Amazon, but even if you don’t have time to read the book, there will be plenty to get from each week’s study. No Wednesday Bible Study on 16 February because of Half Term.
Primary and Secondary students meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building. No Adventures on 18 February because of Half Term.
We are launching a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights. No Grace Recovery on 17 February because of Half Term.
Throughout February we are continuing our study of the book of Acts to see how God took the church in Jerusalem and expanded it around Israel and beyond.
January 2022 Update
We trust you and your family had a wonderful Christmas time celebrating the birth of our heavenly king. As we look back on 2021 and look ahead to 2022, we pray that you will continue striving to proclaim the work and ministry of Jesus Christ to the world. As a church, we desire to make Christ known to all as we live through His power day by day. As we do this, our lives can have a godly influence upon friends and family around us. Thank you for being part of the church and its ministry!
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
Happy New Year!
We trust you and your family had a wonderful Christmas time celebrating the birth of our heavenly king. As we look back on 2021 and look ahead to 2022, we pray that you will continue striving to proclaim the work and ministry of Jesus Christ to the world. As a church, we desire to make Christ known to all as we live through His power day by day. As we do this, our lives can have a godly influence upon friends and family around us. Thank you for being part of the church and its ministry!
What will this year look like for our church as we continue to live daily for Christ?
Many times we can wonder why God has us where we are right now when there are so many different possibilities available. However, in God's sovereignty, He has placed you where you are for a reason. His purposes and timing will look different than our purposes and timing. It is reassuring to know that we can trust God as He teaches and matures us during this current season which will later prepare us for what's coming next! May God continue using us right where we are.
Thank you for joining us in fulfilling our church’s ministry work by faithfully serving and giving to the church. You make a difference!
Proverbs 19:21
Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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January Notices
Mark your calendars for the February half term! Wednesday - Friday we will be hosting a holiday Bible club for Children in Primary school.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com. Baby Steps is back 11 January!
We are Continuing our study of the Treasure Principle on Wednesday Bible Study on Zoom. If you want to get the book, feel free to order one from Amazon, but even if you don’t have time to read the book, there will be plenty to get from each week’s study. We start back 12 January!
Primary and Secondary students meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building. We start back 7 January!
We are launching a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights. We start back 6 January!
Starting in January we will be continuing our study of the book of acts to see how God took the church in Jerusalem and expanded it around Israel and beyond.
December Update
This is a special time of the year, where we can focus our attention on thanking the Lord for all He has done for us and the joy that He brings. The joy of Christmas doesn’t just come from all the presents we receive, from all the festivities we attend, or from the sweet coming together of family and friends. The joy of Christmas is Christ Himself who was born as a baby, died on a cross, rose back to life and made the only way for us to have an everlasting relationship with God.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
This is a special time of the year, where we can focus our attention on thanking the Lord for all He has done for us and the joy that He brings.
The joy of Christmas doesn’t just come from all the presents we receive, from all the festivities we attend, or from the sweet coming together of family and friends.
The joy of Christmas is Christ Himself who was born as a baby, died on a cross, rose back to life and made the only way for us to have an everlasting relationship with God.
Matthew 1:21-23 says, “‘She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.’ All this took place to fulfil what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: ‘Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel’ (which means, God with us).” The promise that God's people have long been waiting for (Isaiah 7:14) has been fulfiled by Jesus' birth.
Jesus rescued us from our sins which eternally separates us from God. Jesus is God with us, that is why we can truly celebrate Christmas with great and everlasting joy.
As we begin this Christmas time, let’s remember to be generous with our giving. Over the past year and as a result of your faithful giving, we have seen many lives changed to the glory of God.
We would like to continue to see even more lives changed! Every year at this time, our church collects a Christmas offering. This year, we will be collecting for a new church plant in northeast London that is just getting started. This offering is just that, an offering. Offerings are sacrificial, above, and beyond your normal giving. It’s an opportunity to give a gift to the future of a new church plant.
Will you help and be part of giving towards this church plant?
Our goal this year is to help raise at least £2,000 for this church. We would ask that you earnestly pray about participating in our Christmas offering, no matter the amount.
Thank you again for your willingness to give so generously. You can participate by giving online — just designate “Christmas Offering” as the reference.
I know God will use you to help supply the need for this special offering!
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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December Notices
Join us Sunday mornings at 11:00 as we look at the verses from the Bible that inspired some of our favourite Christmas carols.
Start the Christmas season off with a brilliant night of fun and games for the whole family! All are welcome to attend our Family Fun Night on 5 December at 5PM.
Don’t forget your ugly Christmas jumper!!!
Mark your diaries now to come either 12 or 19 December to our annual Christmas Carol Service. One festive service on two nights.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com. Our last Meeting of the 2021 is 14 December!
We are Continuing our study of the Treasure Principle on Wednesday Bible Study on Zoom. If you want to get the book, feel free to order one from Amazon, but even if you don’t have time to read the book, there will be plenty to get from each week’s study. Our last Meeting of the 2021 is 15 December!
Primary and Secondary students meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building. Our last Meeting of the 2021 is 17 December!
We are launching a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights. Our last Meeting of the 2021 is 16 December!
November Update
As we continue to walk and grow in the Lord, we begin to discover how are gifts and talents that we are given are given to us for a purpose. We discover that these spiritual gifts are given for us to grow closer to Him as we help others grow closer to Him.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
How is God moving in your life?
Do you seek God’s guidance and direction in what you do and how you live? What spiritual hunger or yearning is God directing you to in your journey with Him?
As we continue to walk and grow in the Lord, we begin to discover how are gifts and talents that we are given are given to us for a purpose. We discover that these spiritual gifts are given for us to grow closer to Him as we help others grow closer to Him.
Begin this week or month by praying and seeking God as to what He is directing you to do. Through your prayers, God can bring clarity and focus to your daily life and walk as you commit your way to Him. Maybe it’s starting a new Bible study, praying intently for specific people on a regular basis, encouraging a friend over coffee, or serving in a new way at the church. Whatever God has placed upon your heart, seek intently to follow through to what He has called you to do!
Proverbs 16:1-3
1 The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.
2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the spirit.
3 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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November Notices
Sunday Morning sermon series at 11:00am, looking forward to seeing you there!
14 November we will be honouring those who have served our nation. Please arrive by 10:50 so we can observe a moment of SILENCE at 11:00.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
We are meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom. If you want to get the book, feel free to order one from Amazon, but even if you don’t have time to read the book, there will be plenty to get out of each week’s study.
We will be starting a new study on 17 November for our Wednesday Bible Study on Zoom. If you want to get the book, feel free to order one from Amazon, but even if you don’t have time to read the book, there will be plenty to get from each week’s study.
Primary and Secondary students meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
We are launching a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights.
A few times a year we get together for a Ladies Brunch at 10:00 at Toby Carvery (Crook Log). This is a great opportunity to meet new women in the church and enjoy some conversation over a lovely breakfast. We pray you are able to join us at our next brunch.
A few times a year we get together for a Men’s Breakfast at 9:00 at Toby Carvery (Crook Log). This is a great opportunity to meet new men in the church and enjoy some conversation over plates full of bacon. We pray you are able to join us!
Whether you are new to Welling Church or have been coming for years, you won’t want to miss our Next service. This will be a night to celebrate all God has done over the past year and look forward to what is next at Welling Church.
Start the Christmas season off with a brilliant night of fun and games for the whole family! All are welcome to attend our Family Fun Night on 5 December at 5PM.
Don’t forget your ugly Christmas jumper!!!
Mark your diaries now to come either 12 or 19 December to our annual Christmas Carol Service. One festive service on two nights.
October Update
Welling Church has kicked off all our weekly autumn events, and we are witnessing larger numbers than ever. Praise the Lord! There were 106 people in attendance at our Connect Event and our attendance for our Sunday morning service is growing each week. Our Adventures Clubs on Friday has grown along with our Sunday morning children’s programmes. Your giving allows our church to continue developing new events and strengthen our existing meetings.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
Have you ever considered how the blessings that God has given you may be used to bless the church body and His people? Your generous and faithful giving is necessary to help our church to exist and grow!
Welling Church has kicked off all our weekly autumn events, and we are witnessing larger numbers than ever. Praise the Lord! There were 106 people in attendance at our Connect Event and our attendance for our Sunday morning service is growing each week. Our Adventures Clubs on Friday has grown along with our Sunday morning children’s programmes. Your giving allows our church to continue developing new events and strengthen our existing meetings.
Welling Church’s mission is to glorify God by discipling each generation to reach others for Christ. Thank you for joining us in fulfilling our mission by faithfully giving to our church. You are making a difference!
Philippians 4:19-20
19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
20 To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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October Notices
Sunday Morning sermon series at 11:00am, looking forward to seeing you there!
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
No Baby steps during half term break 19 & 26 October.
We are meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom. If you want to get the book, feel free to order one from Amazon, but even if you don’t have time to read the book, there will be plenty to get out of each week’s study.
No Bible Studys during half term break 20 & 27 October.
Primary and Secondary students meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
No ADVENTURES Club during half term break 22 & 29 October.
We are launching a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights.
There will be no Baby Steps, Wednesday Bible Study, or Adventure clubs during the 2 weeks of half term.
everyone come in your best fancy dress for a wonderful night of family fun.
SATURDAY MORNING we will be joining other like minded churches for a training seminar on how to better share your faith in your COMMUNITY. Hosted at The Slade Church in Plumstead.
September Update
In September we are kicking off a brand new series on what it means to be a healthy church member. As we go through this series, we invite you to thoughtfully pray for our church, each other, and your future role at our church as a church member.
Update From Your Pastors
Hey everyone!
How do you spend your time during the week? Who do you spend your time with each week?
In Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, it says “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up!” Think about the people you spend the most time with. Think about that person who encourages you in your walk with God and ask them to have tea/coffee this week. Good and godly influences in our lives are vital to move us closer to Christ during all life’s seasons.
God created us for relationship: to be in relationship with Him and with others. As Christians, we live and worship in community. We were not meant to follow God alone. Ephesians 4:15-16 says, “Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love.” As we follow Christ, we follow Christ together in our local church.
In September we are kicking off a brand new series on what it means to be a healthy church member. As we go through this series, we invite you to thoughtfully pray for our church, each other, and your future role at our church as a church member.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
September Notices
Sunday Morning sermon series at 11:00am, looking forward to seeing you there!
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
We are meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom. If you want to get the book, feel free to order one from Amazon, but even if you don’t have time to read the book, there will be plenty to get out of each week’s study.
Primary and Secondary students meet for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
Special guest speaker, Joey Candillo, will be sharing his life story of how God took him from a life of selling drugs to becoming a pastor. This will be a great opportunity to invite friends and family to hear an impactful testimony and Gospel message.
Childcare provided!
We are launching a brand new small group for those struggling or have struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. Please see Jackie or Terry if you would like to attend or help serve on Thursday nights.
Mark your diary for 3 October, as we will be baptising several people that day. It is a Sunday you will not want to miss.
July/August Update
We praise God for you and for your continued faithfulness and ministry at Welling Church! As we prepare for the summertime and coming out of lockdown, let us strive together to keep Christ at the forefront of all that we do. In 1 John 1:3 it says, “that which we have seen and heard we proclaim also to you, so that you too may have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ.” As a church, we work diligently to make Christ known to all. This includes our fellowship within our church community as well as our surrounding community. The basis for our Christian fellowship is in Christ, so let us ever be mindful of His work in us and through us!
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
We praise God for you and for your continued faithfulness and ministry at Welling Church! As we prepare for the summertime and coming out of lockdown, let us strive together to keep Christ at the forefront of all that we do. In 1 John 1:3 it says, “that which we have seen and heard we proclaim also to you, so that you too may have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ.” As a church, we work diligently to make Christ known to all. This includes our fellowship within our church community as well as our surrounding community. The basis for our Christian fellowship is in Christ, so let us ever be mindful of His work in us and through us!
In 1 Thessalonians 5:11 it says, “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” We are thankful that over this past year, we have been able to maintain strong relationships with one another with the intention of building one another up. Over the summer, consider finding ways to do that over tea, coffee, free time, or recreational time. Remember, our fellowship is not just at the church building, but wherever we meet with other believers.
Summer Break:
In Ecclesiastes 3:1 it says, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven:”. It goes on to list various examples in the chapter of different activities during different seasons. As we enter into July and August, please let me encourage you and your family to take a time of rest from the hustle and bustle of life. For each one of us, a time of rest is both refreshing and necessary. It will allow you to be prepared to enter into a new season of ministry starting in September. Burnout can affect any of us, but rest keeps us going for the long haul. Remember, it’s a marathon not a sprint!
To give us all a bit of a rest, we will be moving to our summer schedule starting 26 July. That means Baby Steps, Wednesday Bible Study, and Adventures will be on pause until September. Sunday Morning Worship will continue as usual. If you would to meet up for prayer or discipleship in July or August, please contact Justin (07375700198 or Justin@WellingChurch.com).
Thank you for allowing us to serve you. Take care and God bless!
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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July/August Notices
In July we will continue having tea and coffee outside after the service. We look forward to the removal of lockdown which should allow us to go back to the way things were before COVID.
Sunday Morning sermon series at 11:00am. Looking forward to seeing you there!
We will be having Communion on 18 July at the end of our morning service. Please make plans to attend.
We Are meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom. If you have not picked up your copy of the book, please see Justin this Sunday or arrange a time to meet during the week.
Our last Wednesday Bible study before summer break is 21 July.
Secondary students will continue meeting for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
Our last Adventures before summer break is 23 July.
Kids Church Is Back!
Kids church is every week for all primary children during the 11:00 Sunday Service. Be sure to drop off and pick up your children through the back door before and after service.
Youth Service Is Back
The teens meet each week during the 11:00 Sunday Service (exception is when Justin preaches in the main servicE). Teens are dismissed in the service after the songs.
We are pleased to have our Creche open once again for all little ones in the church.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
Our last Baby steps get together before summer break is 20 July.
Looking to take your theological understanding deeper?
We are presenting a 10-week theological course that examines Christian theology and how it has developed over the past 2,000 years. Danny Mcilhiney, currently studying theology at Oxford University, is leading this study on Zoom every Sunday evening.
The last two sessions will be sunday 25 July and 1 August.
June Update
As we begin to come out of lockdown, we have been excited to be focusing on evangelism training and praying for how God can use our church in sharing God’s message of hope and peace to our community. We always want to look to Jesus as the cornerstone of our faith.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
As we begin to come out of lockdown, we are excited to focus on evangelism training as a church. We are praying for how God can use our congregation in sharing God’s message of hope and peace to our community. As followers of Christ, we always want to look to Jesus as the cornerstone of our faith.
Luke recounts in Acts 4:11-12 Peter’s message to the rulers of Israel, “This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone. And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.”
When was the last time you thought about your personal relationship with Christ? When was the last time you thought about how God could use you in spreading the gospel message to a friend or loved one?
Jesus came to seek and save the lost, and if you have put your faith and trust in Christ, He has saved you. It's easy to look at the busyness of our lives and forget that we are eternally secure in Jesus. Take time to reflect on the gospel this week and remind yourself of all that God has done for you. As you reflect upon all that God has done, don’t forget to share the good news of Jesus’ healing to someone around you.
“but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” - Romans 5:8
Our church’s vision is to glorify God by discipling each generation to reach people for Christ. You are a huge part of making this happen, and we can’t do it alone! Thank you for being part of our church community.
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.” - Colossians 3:2-4
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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June Notices
In June we will continue to have tea and coffee outside after service.
We Are meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom. If you have not picked up your copy of the book, please see Justin this Sunday or arrange a time to meet during the week.
No Bible Study for Summer Half-Term on 2 June.
13 June we Are celebrating our church’s anniversary with a special Sunday service. We will have REFRESHMENTS oUtside following the service, so don’t miss out As we Celebrate this day!
The teens will be goign to an aqua park on 26 June. If you would like more information please contact Justin.
We Are having a baby dedication on 27 June during our 11:00 worship service (if Government restrictions allow). We are excited to dedicate these little ones in our church and stand beside their parents as they commit to raising them in a godly home.
Secondary students will continue meeting for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
No Adventures for Summer Half-Term on 4 June.
Kids Church Is Back
Kids church is each week for all primary children during the 11:00 Sunday Service.
Be sure to drop off and pick up your children through the back door before and after service.
Youth Service Is Back
The teens meet each week during the 11:00 Sunday Service (exception is when Justin preaches in the main servicE).
Teens are dismissed in the service after the songs.
We are pleased to have our Creche open once again for all the little ones in the church.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
Looking to take your theological understanding deeper?
We are presenting a 10-week theological course that examines Christian theology and how it has developed over the past 2,000 years. Danny Mcilhiney, currently studying theology at Oxford University, is leading this study on Zoom every Sunday evening.
May Update
We are thrilled to be reopening and relaunching many of the ministries we have had to put on pause due to all the lockdown restrictions. Now that these restrictions are easing, we can get back to some sense of normalcy as we endeavour to walk circumspectly and redeem the time because we know our community needs Christ more than ever.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
We are thrilled to be reopening and relaunching many of the ministries we have had to put on pause due to all the lockdown restrictions. Now that these restrictions are easing, we can get back to some sense of normalcy as we endeavour to walk circumspectly and redeem the time because we know our community needs Christ more than ever.
As we think back to our various ministries of Welling Church this past year, one of the things we are thankful of is that we never stopped doing ministry as a church. We were never closed. Our spiritual impact as a church continued throughout the pandemic. Over the last year we have continued to help several churches and ministries, offer assistance and counseling to those in need, and continue our mission of making disciples of Jesus. We look forward to continuing His great work. Welling Church is not a building we go to, but a movement we are a part of.
We praise God for His faithfulness as we strive together as the church. Let’s continue to share His hope and gospel light throughout our community. We are not out of the woods yet. There may still be hard days ahead, but God is still God, this is still His church, and nothing surprises Him. Thank you for your faithfulness in your fellowship, prayer, worship, giving, and inviting! Our best days as a church are ahead of us!
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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May Notices
What a wonderful blessing it was to kick off the month of May by having tea & coffee as a church! We look forward to continuing this outside and then moving it inside as soon as the Government allows it.
We will be meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom.
No Bible Study for Summer Half Term on 2 June.
Secondary students will continue meeting for Bible lessons, songs, small groups, and games each Friday night at 19:30-21:00 at the church building.
No Adventures for Summer Half Term on 4 June.
This month we are continuing our Sunday series on the book of Acts: The Church Begins.
Be sure to join us Sunday mornings at 11:00 for this important study and remember to invite someone to join with you.
Kids Church Is Back
Kids church is each week for all the primary children during the 11:00 Sunday Service.
Be sure to drop off and pick up your children through the back door before and after service.
Youth Service Is Back
The teens meet each week during the 11:00 Sunday Service (exception is when Justin preaches).
Teens are dismissed in the service after the songs.
We are pleased to have our Creche open once again for all the little ones in the church.
Baby Steps continues to meet every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30. It is a lovely time for mums to watch a Bible study together and pray while the little ones play. For more information, please see Rachel Rhoades Rachel@WellingChurch.com.
Looking to take your theological understanding deeper?
We are presenting a 10-week theological course that examines Christian theology and how it has developed over the past 2,000 years. Danny Mcilhiney, currently studying theology at Oxford University, is leading this study on Zoom every Sunday evening starting 2 May.
April Update
We rejoice in the faithfulness of our church fellowship over these last few months. Your engagement, your prayers, your generosity, your ministry to one another, and your attendance have all been wonderful. During this season when many have been ruled by fear or anxiety, our church is filled with people walking by faith and in His strength. This has been an encouragement to us as leaders and to our community. It’s exciting to see our church take the mission of God to heart.
Update From Your Pastors
Hello Welling Church family!
We rejoice in the faithfulness of our church fellowship over these last few months. Your engagement, your prayers, your generosity, your ministry to one another, and your attendance have all been wonderful. During this season when many have been ruled by fear or anxiety, our church is filled with people walking by faith and in His strength. This has been an encouragement to us as leaders and to our community. It’s exciting to see our church take the mission of God to heart.
It is our prayer that we can continue encouraging and helping one another as we go forward. It is our prayer that each of us dig deeper into the Gospel over the coming months to discover God’s powerful message that makes all things new. It is our prayer that these days of uncertainty and unrest will lead to the advancement of the Gospel by our church as we make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Here are a few ways you can cut through the background noise of life to reach those in our community who desperately need what we have in Christ Jesus:
We can provide hope for the future through the certainty of the Bible.
We can present others with a purpose for their life through the Gospel.
We can provide a loving community that encourages a caring fellowship.
Here are a few points that we would like you to praying on:
Music - Please pray for our music ministry as we would like to transition back to a live band. We need more volunteers to assist with singing and playing music.
Church - As our church starts back all our regular ministries, please pray for many new volunteers to help serve all our guests.
COVID - As lockdown comes to an end, we need to continue praying for the safety of all our vulnerable members.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves & Justin Rhoades
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April Notices
As the Government has a plan to end Lockdown, you should have a plan to come back to church. We can’t wait to see you again in-person on a Sunday morning this year.
We will be meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom.
No Bible Study for Easter Break on 7 & 14 April.
Secondary students will meet for a Bible lesson, small groups, and games all online.
No Adventures Online for Easter Break on 9 & 16 April.
Yippee!!! It looks like the Government will soon be allowing kids/teens groups to once again meet indoors after the 12 April rule change. If this does happen, we will be bringing Adventures Club back in-person for secondary students on 23 April.
11 April we will be jumping back into our Acts series: The Church Begins.
Be sure to join us Sunday mornings at 11:00 for this important series and remember to invite someone to join with you.
We are coming back 18 April
Yippee!!! It looks like the Government will soon be allowing kids/teens groups to once again meet indoors after the 12 April rule change. If this does happen, we will be bringing Kids Church back in-person for primary students on 18 April.
Be sure to drop your children off at the back hall door before service starts.
We are coming back 18 April
Yippee!!! It looks like the Government will soon be allowing kids/teens groups to once again meet indoors after the 12 April rule change. If this does happen, we will be bringing the youth service back in-person for secondary students on 18 April.
Teens will be dismissed in service after the songs.
If you are a church member, we have an important business meeting on 25 April right after our morning service. At this meeting we will be answering questions and voting on our new constitution and church handbook.
All are welcome to attend, especially if you are considering joining the church in the future.
If you would like a copy of the constitution and/or church handbook please email Tarl@WellingChurch.com or Justin@WellingChurch.com.
Looking to take your theological study deeper?
We are presenting a 10-week theological course that will examine Christian theology and how it has developed over the past 2,000 years. Danny Mcilhiney, current student studying theology at Oxford University, will be leading this study on Zoom every Sunday evening starting 2 May.
March Update
Almost 3 years ago, Welling Church was close to permanently closing its doors. Though it seemed like this was a possibility, thankfully, God had other plans. He brought in new pastoral leadership who desired to rebuild the church and re-establish it as a lighthouse for the Gospel in our community. Loads of hurdles were overcome and many changes were made. New paint, some remodelling, and better technology have helped give the building a face-lift, but the real change can be seen in the lives of those who attend. Many people have come to know Jesus Christ as their Saviour, followed in Believer’s baptism, and are learning about the Bible in one-to-one discipleship. Welling Church did not have the greatest of testimonies a few years back, but now we’re known as a church that preaches the Gospel and cares for the people in our community.
Update From Your Pastors
Hello Welling Church family,
Almost 3 years ago, Welling Church was close to permanently closing its doors. Though it seemed like this was a possibility, thankfully, God had other plans. He brought in new pastoral leadership who desired to rebuild the church and re-establish it as a lighthouse for the Gospel in our community. Loads of hurdles were overcome and many changes were made. New paint, some remodelling, and better technology have helped give the building a face-lift, but the real change can be seen in the lives of those who attend. Many people have come to know Jesus Christ as their Saviour, followed in Believer’s baptism, and are learning about the Bible in one-to-one discipleship. Welling Church did not have the greatest of testimonies a few years back, but now we’re known as a church that preaches the Gospel and cares for the people in our community.
The events of last year have made meeting together nearly impossible and changed loads of our plans. Ministry teams, High Street evangelism, and community outreaches all have had to be cancelled, and yet, we persevere. We’ve used new and inventive ways to continue worshipping God together and to stay connected. God is still at work and reaching people through the ministry of our church. We are confident this will continue as we look to better days ahead.
Last Sunday, Josh announced that he accepted the position of pastor at Coldharbour Evangelical Free Church. It may have come as a bit of a shock to some and even a bit sad, but ultimately, it’s exciting news! It’s exciting because God is using Welling Church to not only make an impact in Welling, but also in other areas of southeast London. We can be proud that one of our own will be leaving to lead and minister in another local church. Yes, it will be difficult to see the Bell family go, but it presents our church with even greater opportunities.
Here are 4 opportunities this provides:
Pray - Please pray for the Bell family and for the ministry at Coldharbour Evangelical.
Support - Starting September, find a Sunday to go to Coldharbour and support Josh and his family in-person.
Think - Take time to prayerfully consider how God might use you in the future to answer His call.
Give - Beginning today we are starting a collection for a gift to say thank you to the Bell family for their many years of ministry service at Welling Church. You can be a part by giving to the church and putting in the memo “Bell Family”. Whether you give £5, £10, £20, or more, it all goes a long way to show our appreciation to this lovely family. Please make your contribution by the 31 March.
Josh and his family’s last Sunday will be 28 March. This will not only be a great opportunity to say goodbye but also a chance for our church to properly send them off well with celebration and prayer. Tarl, Justin, and Josh all encouraged you last Sunday to make a plan for returning to church in-person. You may even want to adjust that plan (if you’re able) so that you can say goodbye to the Bells in-person.
We look forward to the time when it is safe for us all to return and gather for worship in-person. Until then, keep praying, keep studying God’s Word, and continue to either join us online or in-person. Remember that God is still in control and His work will continue. Make sure you are part of that great work!
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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March Notices
As the Government has a plan to end Lockdown, you should have a plan to come back to church. We can’t wait to see you again in-person on a Sunday morning this year.
We will be meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom.
No Bible Study for Easter Break on 7 & 14 April.
Secondary students will meet for a Bible lesson, small groups, and games all online.
No Adventures Online for Easter Break on 2, 9, & 16 April.
Come celebrate Mother’s day with us on 14 March.
Starting on 14 March we will begin a 4 part Easter series: Easter Fulfilled.
Be sure to join us Sunday mornings at 11:00 for this important series and Remember to invite someone to join with you..
Unfortunately, with the current lockdown rules, we will not be able to offer Kids Church during Sunday morning services.
Our prayer is that Government restrictions will be lifted, and we will be able to have Kids Church once the summer term starts in April.
February Update
As we look toward the rest of 2021, we are reminded more than ever that the local church is God’s sovereign plan to serve the community through proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ and His love to the world. Our church is committed to fulfilling its mission of encouraging people to follow Jesus and serve Him. Each day, we make a decision: to fall by the wayside or engage actively in contributing to God’s worldwide mission. Let us make a difference to our community and world through a passionate desire to pursue, worship, and hunger after God and His Word.
Update From Your Pastors
Hello Welling Church family,
As we look toward the rest of 2021, we are reminded more than ever that the local church is God’s sovereign plan to serve the community through proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ and His love to the world. Our church is committed to fulfilling its mission of encouraging people to follow Jesus and serve Him. Each day, we make a decision: to fall by the wayside or engage actively in contributing to God’s worldwide mission. Let us make a difference to our community and world through a passionate desire to pursue, worship, and hunger after God and His Word.
Starting in January, we began a series on the Book of Acts. From a band of fearful disciples to a movement o fearless witnesses of Christ, braving persecution and imprisonment, the Book of Acts is an incredible testimony to the power of the Gospel. The Acts of the Apostles chronicles the history of how the New Testament church lived out Christ’s Great Commission to share their faith, disciple people, and expand the church. This book cuts through man's preferences and traditions to show us how to live a sold out life for Christ. When a church loves God and loves people, great things happen.
And the history of the church is still being written. Local churches all over the world are still being empowered from the inside out by the Holy Spirit. The world is still being changed for all eternity because of His Acts through us. Their history is our history. Their story is our story. Please join us on Sunday as we continue our journey together through the Book of Acts!
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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All our little monsters will be on half term 15-19 February Which means no Wednesday Bible Study or Adventures Online that week.
We will be meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom.
No Bible Study for Half Term Break on 17 February.
Secondary students will meet for a Bible lesson, small groups, and games all online.
No Adventures Online for Half Term Break on 19 February.
Be sure to join us Sunday mornings at 11:00 as we continue our series: Acts - the church begins.
Unfortunately, with the new lockdown rules, we will not be able to offer Kids Church during Sunday morning services.
January Update
For many, we are happy to have 2020 behind us. Who could have predicted the deep and long-lasting impact the coronavirus pandemic would have upon all our lives? In many ways, it has rocked us to our core and changed our original plans for last year. Even though it has been a bizarre year for many different reasons, we can still humbly say, “God has been faithful!” We are thankful for God’s provision and protection for us during this time as we trust Him through all our circumstances.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
For many, we are happy to have 2020 behind us. Who could have predicted the deep and long-lasting impact the coronavirus pandemic would have upon all our lives? In many ways, it has rocked us to our core and changed our original plans for last year. Even though it has been a bizarre year for many different reasons, we can still humbly say, “God has been faithful!” We are thankful for God’s provision and protection for us during this time as we trust Him through all our circumstances.
We are grateful that despite this new round of national lockdown measures, we as a church can still meet for corporate worship and remain open to the public. It is always a blessing to see so many attend in-person during our services. While we are still under major restrictions, have to social distance, and wear masks during services, we are overjoyed to still be able to assemble together for worship as Scripture intended.
We are also thankful for your faithfulness in watching our livestreams if you cannot attend in-person due to shielding, health issues, high risk factors, or safety concerns. Please know that we are praying for you and cannot wait to see you again once the pandemic subsides.
With the most recent lockdown, we would like to make you aware of changes regarding our ministry schedule. We have made these changes to accommodate the lockdown, to worship safely, and to carry on wisely over the next two months. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate in letting us know.
Sundays
We will continue to meet both in-person and online for our 11:00am Worship Service.
Unfortunately, with the new lockdown rules, we will not be able to offer Kids Church during Sunday morning services.
If you are able to attend please continue to follow all Government guidance on social distancing.Wednesday Bible Study
We will be having a weekly Bible Study on Zoom at 7:30pm starting 13 January.
We will be going through a series on prayer & will spend some time praying together.Adventures Online
We will be moving our Adventures Club for those in secondary school to Zoom.
We will start back 15 January at 7:30pm.Baby Steps
Baby Steps will resume in-person on 13 January at 10:00am.
We are thankful that the Government has continued to give allowances for support groups to meet in-person.Men’s & Women’s Meetings
For the months of January and February, we will not be having any men’s or women’s meetings.
Christmas Offering
This past month, as a church, we collected a Christmas offering for Hope Church in Vauxhall. We are pleased to share that we will be sending them £2,000 to help this church plant continue their ministries in 2021. Thank you for spiritually and financially investing in another church in Greater London. Your contribution will allow them to share the story of Jesus with those who have not heard it. You can visit hopevauxhall.co.uk to learn more about what they are doing as a church and to be able to better pray for them.
As we begin this new year, we are asking the Lord to help us move forward during this difficult time. When the night is the darkest, we’re trusting the Word of God to shine brighter than ever before. Please be praying for church, those hurting, those who have lost loved ones, and those who are battling illness currently. Whatever happens in 2021, God remains faithful. Whatever happens during this time, God is still at work. May we all strive together to proclaim His great name to all the nations!
Thank you for your loving care, faithful prayers, and kind support during this time as we minister in Welling.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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We will be meeting Wednesday nights at 19:30 for Bible Study on Zoom.
Starts 13 January
Will continue to meet in-person following Government guidance.
Starts back 13 January
Secondary students will meet for a Bible lesson, small groups, and games all online.
Starts back 15 January at 7:30pm
Be sure to join us Sunday mornings at 11:00 as we continue our series: Reset.
Unfortunately, with the new lockdown rules, we will not be able to offer Kids Church during Sunday morning services.
December Update
Christmas is not canceled!
Our church building is open for December, and we look forward to getting back together for our in-person gatherings. We are thrilled to be meeting both in-person and online for our regular Sunday morning services as well as for our Christmas Carol services.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
Christmas is not canceled!
Our church building is open for December, and we look forward to getting back together for our in-person gatherings. We are thrilled to be meeting both in-person and online for our regular Sunday morning services as well as for our Christmas Carol services. We have much to be thankful for, and as we enter into the holidays, let us all remember the reason for the season.
The promised Messiah — born of a virgin, resting in a manger, worshiped both by angels and shepherds, and sent as a Saviour for the world — is salvation for every repentant sinner and hope for every believer.
This December, Josh will bringing to us a brand new sermon series: The Genesis of Christmas. We will be examining the origins and promises of Christmas and our need for a Saviour. On 13 December and 20 December at 6pm, we will be having our annual Christmas Carol services for the community. It will be a wonderful time of singing, worship, Scripture reading, and reflection on what Christ has done. Please take part by inviting your friends, family, and neighbours to one of these services.
As we look forward to Christmas, we are also thrilled to share two big ways you can have an impact this year. We are partnering with a local charity and a local church to assist them in their work. Would you consider and pray about how God could use you to help others in need this year?
This year, we are hoping to give 25-30 Christmas gift hampers to local women who have suffered domestic abuse. This is being done in partnership with Bexley Women’s Aid in Bexleyheath. They have asked if it would be possible to provide Christmas food items, socks, new underwear, gloves, scarves, wrapping paper, sellotape, Christmas crackers, stocking fillers, non-perishable Christmas foods, such as mince pies, shortbread or chocolate tins, puddings, and any other Christmas items to share some Christmas joy to them. We would love it if you could help out!
We are also excited be partnering with a local church this Christmas and would like to help their ministry financially. This is a brand new church that was started recently. Hope Church Vauxhall was planted in September 2018 with a group of 20 adults and 4 kids to reach the Vauxhall Gardens Council Estate with the good news of Jesus. Building on many years of work from London City Mission, they run youth clubs, a food bank, lunch and breakfast clubs, and a football project for kids and adults (all pre-Covid). By God's grace, they have seen many people saved. The current church family is a mixed bunch including Eritrean Refugees, a number of former prisoners and addicts, students, lawyers, cleaners, teachers, Latin American families, young men and women and a handful of brand new believers from the estate. Would you sincerely pray how you can give financially to keep this ministry going, especially during the current difficulties of lockdown and pandemic?
With so much going on at our church and around the nation, we are grateful to be one small part of God’s greater plan! We look forward to seeing you all soon and partnering with you in helping our communities, both physically and spiritually for the kingdom of God!
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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Will continue to meet in-person following Government guidance
Secondary students will meet for Bible lesson, small groups, and games
We will be having communion 20 December doing the 11:00 service
November Update
As you many of you already know, we are entering our next lockdown starting from 5 November and going until at least 2 December. During this time…
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
This past year has been challenging for many of us and for our country. Many have experienced a genuine sense of fear and isolation or know somebody who has. With all that has happened, we want to encourage you to remain faithful to the Lord and pray for one another. It hasn’t been easy, but as long as we continue ministering to one another and our community, we will get through this together.
As you many of you already know, we are entering our next lockdown starting from 5 November and going until at least 2 December. During this time, all of our church meetings, small groups, discipleship, and prayer times will be moved online or on zoom. The only exception to this is Baby Steps, which will continue to meet in-person on Wednesdays following Government guidance. Please make it a point and put these times in your diaries to continue making God and the fellowship of His people a priority in your life.
We want to encourage you this November to engage with your church family as much as you can — whether that means you meet online, over the phone, on text, or at our weekly small groups. We want to challenge you to continue growing in your faith even when life is unpredictable.
This coming Sunday, we will be conducting a special service for Remembrance Sunday. We will be having a special speaker and friend Jonathan Gardner from Hayes Lane Baptist Church joining us. Please join our livestream 10 minutes earlier as we will be starting early (around 10:50am) in order to have our 2 minute moment of silence to remember all those who have served and sacrificed for the freedoms that we all enjoy.
For the rest of November, Tarl will begin a new series called “Where is Your Treasure?”. We will be focusing on the importance of knowing what our real treasure is and how this affects the way we live. In every area of our lives, we can trust the faithfulness of God and His provision. Please make sure to not miss our Sunday morning worship time as we begin this series.
Here are all the important dates to remember for November:
Wednesday Small Groups will be only on Zoom starting 11 November
(4 November in-person & Zoom)Baby Steps will continue to meet in-person on Wednesday following Government guidance
Adventures Club will start meeting on Zoom this Friday 19:30-21:00
8 November - Remembrance Sunday live online (website, YouTube & Facebook) at 10:50
15 November - NEXT (Vision Night & AGM) 18:00 via Zoom
22 November - Men’s Bible Study 18:00 via Zoom
29 November - Women’s Bible Study 18:00 via Zoom
Lastly, we would like to remind you that our God is steadfast, faithful, and dependable. He is in control of our lives, our families, and our church. This year, along with all that has happened, has not been a surprise to Him. As believers in Him and His word, we can remain unmovable and unshakeable during this time. There is no area of your life that you cannot completely trust Him with your life.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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4 November is in-person and on Zoom
Will continue to meet in-person following Government guidance
Secondary students will meet for Bible lesson, small groups, and games
Join us 8 November during our Sunday Morning worship at 10:50
Join us on Zoom for our vision night and AGM
October Update
We are excited to restart more ministries this month and continue the routine of having church in-person.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
It was such a blessing to celebrate 5 baptisms this past Sunday! We are thrilled for this wonderful family coming forward for baptism. If you missed it, please check out the live stream on YouTube or Facebook to see their testimony video and baptisms.
We are excited to restart more ministries this month and continue the routine of having church in-person. Starting today, we will only be posting an update once a month. However, if anything else comes up, we will address it with an extra update, so that all may be informed about any changes to COVID guidance for any ministry or worship services.
This week we have restarted Baby Steps for everyone under 5 and their mums. If you have little ones or know someone with little ones, invite them to come every Wednesday from 10-11.
Our teens are meeting again for Youth Service during Sunday mornings.
This Sunday 11 October we will be having our communion service.
Sunday 11 October is our men’s Bible study at 18:00 for in-person and Zoom.
Sunday 18 October is our women’s Bible study at 18:00 for in-person and Zoom.
21 & 28 October there will be NO small groups for half-term.
21 & 28 October there will be NO Baby Steps for half-term.
30 October there will be NO Adventures Club for half-term.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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Baptism Sunday
This Sunday we will be Baptising a family of 5! We hope you are all able to join us for this exciting celebration as they all take their next step in following Jesus.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
Baptism Sunday is always a special day, and this Sunday will be no different! We are pleased to be baptising Diana and her family and hope you will be able to join us in celebrating their next step in following Jesus. They have all been waiting a long time for this day, especially Diana and Marko who were ready to take this step as lockdown began.
We know there will be loads of guests this Sunday and want to encourage you to invite those who would benefit from seeing a baptism. For those unable to make it this Sunday, we will be live streaming the baptism along with the service.
We will also be restarting our youth service this Sunday during the morning worship. We hope that all the teens can make it back as we start a new series: “Others First”.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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Prayer Points
Please be praying for all those who are getting baptised this Sunday:
Diana Simonne
Mark Kanizsai
Kevin Simon
Vivien Somogyi
Zsuzsanna BognarAll those in our church who are shielding and cannot make it in person.
For the health of those in our church, especially as the weather changes.
Ministry Opportunity
This week’s ministry opportunity is to park down the street to help allow as much parking in the car park as possible for guests. Also making sure to sit in the seats where guests would rather not have to sit in will also help to accommodate guests.
Small Groups
Small Groups Start Today
Small groups are starting tonight at 7:30pm. This Sunday we will be having our women’s Bible study, and on 4 October we will be resuming our youth service on Sunday mornings.
Update From Your Pastors
Dear Welling Church family,
Having the church reopened this month has been such a blessing. Being together in-person on Sunday morning and at our other ministries during the week creates wonderful opportunities to fellowship and invite friends and family. Over the next couple weeks we will have even more chances to meet in-person.
Small Groups — It’s here! The time has come! We are thrilled to be kicking off a new small groups tonight. At 7:30pm, we will be offering the same small group study at two different venues. One will be held at the church for all those who can make it in-person and the other small group will be on Zoom for all those who are shielding, have small children, or otherwise can’t meet in-person. During our small group time, we will be taking a deep dive into a study called Cold-Case Christianity.
Women’s Bible Study — We are excited to be having a Women’s Bible study in-person at the church and simultaneously on Zoom on 27 September at 6:00pm. This will be a wonderful time to catch up, see one another, and learn from a special guest speaker from Amsterdam. See you then!
Youth Service — We are pleased to bring back our Sunday morning youth service starting 4 October. We will once again take all the teens to the kitchen during Sunday morning service for their own Bible talk.
The Elders:
Tarl Reeves, Justin Rhoades & Joshua Bell
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Prayer Points
For our upcoming small groups.
All those in our church who are shielding and can not make it in person.
Jean as she is now back home from hospital after a broken hip.
Ministry Opportunity
This week’s ministry opportunity is to come early and help set up before our Sunday service. If you would like to participate in this opportunity, please show up by 10:00am.
