Letter from our minister 13/01/2021
13 January 2021Letter from out monister.
Read MoreWednesday 13th May 2020
Dear Friends,
I hope whatever you did for VE day – you had a lovely day. We managed to sit outside at various times and enjoyed some fun as a family. I know some of you participated in Street Parties and family zoom time too. This week has definitely felt different as we figure out STAY ALERT and what that means. The extension of furlough grants; some people being allowed to return to work, consideration for some businesses, schools etc to reopen. We continue every day to pray for our key workers – especially those in our congregations who put their lives at risk every time they head to work.
It makes me smile that I see adverts and social media posts that coffee drive-throughs are slowly reopening and the possibility of McDonalds – I think we will stay home and create our own for some time yet. I haven’t told our children yet so let’s hope I can keep it a secret for a while longer. Every Saturday our family have been re-created McDonalds sausage and egg muffins – everyone plays their part as long as I manage to locate pork & herb patties (as they cook they smell just like McDonalds) on the weekly shop. Another special moment in the week for us, although not everyones cup of tea I know.
This week is Christian Aid week – you may have heard from the media, our circuit website & social media posts. We focused on Sunday on the work of Christian Aid. Yesterday, we were encouraged to sponsor our daily walk. If you follow me on social media – you will know that I got out for a run – a first in lockdown. Running has been a part of my life for over 7 years. It began when I caught a horrendous virus and was treated post-virally for 2 years. That virus caused me to sleep round the clock and unable to walk without pain. At the encouragement of my doctor when I had very little vitamin D in my body – I started walking…as my strength grew I learnt to run…..its been up and down journey. So when it was discussed that we would encourage the donation of our daily exercise, I knew I had to embrace it and find the courage to be outside alone once more. I have always tried to support the work of Christian Aid and so it was a good motivation for me to do something and make a donation. Its not too late either. You can still make a donation for Christian Aid here: https://manchestermethodists.org.uk/christian-aid-week-10th-16th-may/
If you are receiving this letter by post and would like to make a donation. You can write a cheque (made payable to Christian Aid) and send it to Christian Aid, 35 Lower Marsh, London, SE1 7RL.
A prayer for Christian Aid
Almighty God, who by the Word become flesh, gave inherent dignity to all of humanity, by your grace, may we recognise your presence and the incredible privilege of encountering your image in each other. And grant that by your inspiration we may work continually to challenge anything that dehumanises another and to amplify the worth and value of all through Jesus Christ our risen Lord. Amen
Take from christianaid.org.uk
Let us continue to pray for each other, stay in touch and continue to put your offering to one side or to set up a standing order. Please speak to our wonderful treasurers. So until we are able to meet again stay safe, stay home and stay alert.
With love and prayers,
Sharon
Referrals are starting to come in for items from our Baby Basket.
Read MoreThirty Shoeboxes have been taken to the Teams 4U warehouse in Llay near Wrexham.
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We had lots of fun doing activities and crafts relating to Noah's Ark.
Read MoreWe delivered 30 shoeboxes to the Teams4U collection depot
Read MoreWe held our Christmas Fair today and the children were delighted to have a visit from Father Christmas.
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A decision was made at the Church Council that images of children will not be posted to the website unless written permission is given by the parent. Existing images have been removed.
Read MoreOn Sunday 4th November we held our Annual Shoebox Service.
Read MoreWhile the sun was shining this summer, Lauren and her family were keen for the Church family to share together in a barbecue.
Read MoreOnce again people gathered together for a weekend of Fellowship from churches in the Manchester Circuit
Read MoreOn Tuesday 28th November we took our thirty shoeboxes from Moston to the Teams4U collection point.
Read MoreFollowing the success of the Choir Afternoon Tea in the summer the Choir held another event to raise money for the church Renovation Fund.
Read MoreToday we learned about the Miraculous Catch.
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Read MoreOver the summer holidays Moston Methodist Church has invited young people and families from the community to come along for some fun craft activities and messy play, whilst learning about different Bible stories.
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Read More30 children and parents/carers attended the Easter holiday session organised by Rosie our Youth & Family worker.
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Read MoreOur Youth Project held a barbeque to say farewell to Annie Monaghan who after 6 years with the project has left to travel in Australia.
Read MoreRosie, our Church Family Worker led a Nature Walk and Bug Hunt around Broadhurst Park/Clough.
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Read MoreMoston Lane Youth Project carried out their annual family fun day for the local community on Saturday 29th August 2015.
Read MoreDeacon Al Henry focussed our thoughts in a recent all age worship
Read MoreA huge thank-you to all who have supported us again this year.
Read MoreThank you so much to everybody who sponsored me and to everyone who came down to the Lowry last Saturday for my Zip Wire Challenge.
Read MoreTalk about starting with a bang ..............
Read MoreAs we celebrate our 50th Anniversary the Church opened it's doors for an exhibition of photographs and memorabilia over the last half century.
Read MoreCouncillor Paul Murphy "ceremonially" planting the bushes in the Church garden.
Read MoreAs the day for the trip approached we were getting very nervous as the weather had been atrocious with extremely heavy rainfalls.
Read MoreFollowing the Sunday morning service the congregation gathered in the Main Hall to celebrate the Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II by having a Jubilee Lunch.
Read MoreMembers of the congregation were invited to bring a favourite bible to share as we celebrated the 400th anniversary of the printing of the King James Version of the Bible.
Read MoreA very big ‘Thank-you’ to everyone who so generously supported this year’s shoe-box appeal.
Read MoreThe repair work to the worship area is now complete although redecoration has still to be done.
Read MoreMoston Day and the parade from Moston Lane School to Broadhurst Fields was held yesterday.
Read MoreThis poster was produced during our Celebration of Youth weekend.
Read MoreWe were invited by North City Library to have a stall, selling crafts and cakes, at their Summer Fete
Read MoreA truly remarkable achievement.
Read MoreOld photograph of laying the foundstion stone of Streetfold UMC.
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