St John's Stoke Guildford

St John’s Stoke is a vibrant church community with something for everyone.

From thriving children's and youth groups, the Alpha Course and the opportunity to explore the Christian faith; marriage and relationship support to community lunches, we are a church committed to caring for others and sharing the love of God at the heart of the local community.

Why not come along and find out more?

Take a look at the events and notices and see
how you can get involved.

 

New Rotas

The new quarterly rota has been published & comes in to action on September 5th. Please make sure you pick up your copy from church asap. Electronic copies are available if you email in to the office.

Friends International 25th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday October 23rd at The Millmead Centre at 7.30pm - a celebration of the charity that has been embracing the Biblical concept of hospitatlity & service to guests from all around the world.

Barn Dance & Auction of Promises

Friday 24th September 7.30pm
Tickets are now available from the office. There will be a Ploughman's Supper & a paying bar. Tickets £7.50 (ad) £5 (u14) or family ticket (2 ad + 3 u14) for £20.
Offers of Promises to Pete Turner please.

Alpha Course

Two new 10 week courses, to help people explore the basics of Christianity & the meaing of life, are starting in September.
A launch supper is on Weds 22nd Sept & the courses kick off on Weds eves from 29th & Thurs morns from 30th Sept. More info from the office.

Bible a Month Club- August

A spiritual Revival is sweeping Vietnam, with new believers flocking to churches and others, who held onto their faith during years of oppression, praising God for this new freedom to worship. Bible translations are in progress for two people groups in Vietnam’s highlands, opening up God’s written word for a whole new generation of Christians. There is a severe shortage of Bibles throughout Vietnam, pray for the necessary funds, as well as for the teams working to produce more Bibles.

MONDAY 06 SEPTEMBER 10
9.15am Daily Prayer
Church
6.30pm Treasure Seekers Planning Meeting
Centre
8.00pm
9.30pm
Staff Meeting
8.00pm Mustard Small Group for 18-29s
Loveless's
TUESDAY 07 SEPTEMBER 10
9.15am Daily Prayer
Church prayer area
10.00am Toddler Group - Church Centre
for all preschoolers & their carers £1 per family
WEDNESDAY 08 SEPTEMBER 10
9.15am Daily Prayer
Church prayer area
7.30pm VIBE (for sch yrs 7-13)
Church Centre
7.30pm Small Group
Lee
8.00pm Alpha Preparation Meeting
Church
THURSDAY 09 SEPTEMBER 10
9.15am Daily Prayer
Church prayer area
10.00am Mums & Young'uns group
Church Centre
6.30pm Boys Brigade - Anchor Boys
Sch yrs 1-3. Church Centre
7.00pm Boys Brigade - Junior Section
Sch yrs 4-6. Church Centre
7.30pm Boys Brigade - Company Section
Sch yrs 7-13. Church Centre
FRIDAY 10 SEPTEMBER 10
9.15am Daily Prayer
Church prayer area
SUNDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 10
9.00am Morning Prayer
Mark Woodward
10.30am Holy Communion
Mark Woodward
1.00pm
5.00pm
Heritage Open Afternoon
Church - open for visiting. Please use main porch doors, not centre
7.00pm Rhythm - Time in & Time out
Mark Woodward

The Marriage Course is a series of eight sessions designed to help any married couple strengthen their relationship. It's a great opportunity to spend time together as a couple looking at the important issues in your marriage.

The Marriage Course is very practical and will help equip you with the tools needed to build a healthy marriage that lasts a lifetime.

There is then time to discuss your relationship in private. Why not give your relationship an MOT and invest time in enriching your marriage? Our Marriage Course is run jointly with St Peter's Church, Stoke Hill.

Please email
office@stjohnstoke.com to register your interest.

Each evening will begin with drinks and nibbles, followed by a DVD talk on one of the following topics:

  • Building Strong Foundations
  • The Art of Communication
  • Resolving Conflict
  • The Power of Forgiveness
  • Parents and In-Laws
  • Good Sex
  • Love in Action
  • The Marriage Course Party - What makes a Marriage Work?

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The Outlook lunch - 1st Wednesday of the month 12.30pm - £3.00 per person
Free lifts
(contact Janet Durrant 01483 566425)

There is a hearty lunch, the chance to make new friends and a short talk, songs and prayer. We look forward to welcoming you.

COMING SOON

24 - 28 August 2010: Summer Holiday Club A fabulous week of fun for ages 5-11yrs. Booking forms available from the office mid June onwards.

SPECIAL EVENT

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