News and service details for Sunday 12th September 2021 Yes, this is my last weekly newsletter. I know some of you are heaving a sigh of relief, whilst others might miss my inane weekly chatter. But, either way, we are moving forward. I will try to gather information for a more comprehensive newsletter and…
News and service details for Sunday 12th September 2021 This Sunday is Stephen’s last Sunday with us as associate pastor, and I want to say how deeply grateful I am to him for all of his hard work, especially over the last year. Without Stephen there would have been no weekly worship…
News and service details for Sunday 5th September 2021 Looking forward to this Sunday’s in-person service? I know I am. Even if you can’t be with us in person do join us on Facebook, and that way we can all still be together – albeit virtually. Meeting in person is a real treat, as…
News and service details for Sunday 29th August 2021 This week I’d like to share a prayer with you. It’s by Brian Jones, who is the Music & Worship Director at MCC Lehigh Valley (Bethlehem, PA, USA). In the midst of all of life’s changes; health, church, work, and the world in…
This week I’ve been captured by two news items. The Olympics, and the ongoing war in Afghanistan. I can’t say I’m a sports fan by any measure, but there is something wonderful about athletes giving themselves in friendly competition to see who can bring home a medal. And although I…
Yes, this Sunday’s service is our PRIDE service. It’s our first in-person worship service in 18 months. And it’s not been without hiccups in the planning. Firstly, I’m afraid the lift at Dorset Gardens has broken down so if you have a problem managing the stairs then please enjoy the service…
The highlight of this past month for me has most definitely been the Brighton Bear Weekend. Thank you to everybody who gave me a hand, especially Keith, Stephen, Tony W, Bernie, Philip, Arthur, David, Rupert the teddy-bear, Tony P, And Chris. The day went well and we raised around £250…
Saturday 24th July The Village MCC is running a cake stall at the Brighton Bear Weekend Garden Party. All proceeds from the cake stall will go to Lunch Positive, who are catering hot food on the day. We need your help! Can you spare an hour or some time during…
It’s said that change is the only constant. In truth, I don’t like change. or at least, I don’t like change when it’s not been my choice, or when it disturbs the delicate balance of my life. This past 18 months has all been about change, and none of it…
Welcome to this latest update. You will find the details for this Sunday’s service at the the end of this newsletter. I have included some news from around the local LGBTQ+ community, and Rev Kate has sent some links to her sources of reference for last Sunday’s service. If you…