29th October 2017 Last after Trinity
I bring you greetings from the Western border of Saint Mary’s parish – and glad tidings that the new Saint Faith’s Ministry Team was indeed commissioned on 3rd September. You might think that the “ministry team” is Rev’d Sue, Rev’d Barbara, Rev’d Jenny (Wiltshire) and Reader, Jenny (Stemp). In one sense, you’d be right. However,…
At the Harvest Celebrations SWISHERS on Sunday helped us to reflect on the mustard seed and other stories told about Jesus, such as the feeding of the 5000 from the 5 loaves and 2 fish, and how from little things great things can happen. We have to learn to put our trust in God, be…
A few years ago, I found a model of Saint Mary’s Church on the top shelf of the safe. It looked as if it was done in cross stitch, and was quite accurate. After a quick dust off, it took pride of place next to the shop for everyone to admire. Visitors always ask who…
As we predicted in the last magazine, September has been a busy month at Saint Mary’s. It has seen the return of familiar things after the summer break – Charity Lunch, Melody Tots, Fellowship etc, as well as the start of the season for the Royal Marines School of Music concerts. In addition to this,…
You may have seen in Pompey Chimes – or heard elsewhere – about the celebrations for the 1st birthday of Harbour Church. It is good to see the work and witness that they have been doing in the heart of the city. A small group of us have been meeting to talk with Alex, the…