Past Preaching Programme

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There has been much confusion about the relationship between Christianity and politics. Examples of this done badly have persuaded some that they should be kept separate. The Bible, however, insists that our faith must be integrated with every part of our lives and this world. Having explored in January what the Bible has to say about politics, in February we turn to look more broadly at what Christianity has to say about the important political issues currently facing our nation and world.

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There has been much confusion about the relationship between Christianity and politics. Examples of this done badly have persuaded some that they should be kept separate. The Bible, however, insists that our faith must be integrated with every part of our lives and this world. Having explored in January what the Bible has to say about politics, in February we turn to look more broadly at what Christianity has to say about the important political issues currently facing our nation and world.

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There has been much confusion about the relationship between Christianity and politics. Examples of this done badly have persuaded some that they should be kept separate. The Bible, however, insists that our faith must be integrated with every part of our lives and this world. During January, we will therefore explore what the Bible has to say about politics. 

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There has been much confusion about the relationship between Christianity and politics. Examples of this done badly have persuaded some that they should be kept separate. The Bible, however, insists that our faith must be integrated with every part of our lives and this world. During January, we will therefore explore what the Bible has to say about politics. 

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The figure of David is a crucial one in the Bible - supremely, through the way that he is used to look ahead to his descendant, Jesus. This Advent series will use the books of Chronicles, Isaiah and Jeremiah to look at what David was meant to stand for and how this can further inform us about what the child born in 'the town of David' and 'from David's line' came to do. 

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The figure of David is a crucial one in the Bible - supremely, through the way that he is used to look ahead to his descendant, Jesus. This Advent series will use the books of Chronicles, Isaiah and Jeremiah to look at what David was meant to stand for and how this can further inform us about what the child born in 'the town of David' and 'from David's line' came to do. 

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The rise of David is a vital new chapter in the biblical story as God calls the shepherd-king to be his answer to the disasters that have befallen the people of Israel and to put his plan for the world back on track. The way that this works out in the story of David, however, is deeply mysterious, and ultimately points further ahead to 'great David's greater son' in Jesus who came to be the fulfilment of all of his purposes. 

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The rise of David is a vital new chapter in the biblical story as God calls the shepherd-king to be his answer to the disasters that have befallen the people of Israel and to put his plan for the world back on track. The way that this works out in the story of David, however, is deeply mysterious, and ultimately points further ahead to 'great David's greater son' in Jesus who came to be the fulfilment of all of his purposes. 

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The church isn’t just a building or an institution - it’s the people of God. Cultivating strong relationships within this community is crucial, if we are to better reflect his truth and grace to each other and the world around us.  In Matthew 18, Jesus discusses some of the characteristics of healthy relationships, which can guide us as we seek to serve God and each other more fully.

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The church isn’t just a building or an institution - it’s the people of God. Cultivating strong relationships within this community is crucial, if we are to better reflect his truth and grace to each other and the world around us.  In Matthew 18, Jesus discusses some of the characteristics of healthy relationships, which can guide us as we seek to serve God and each other more fully.

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With the terrible situation in Gaza so much in the news, it is important for Christians to reflect on what the Bible has to say about the role of Israel and its neighbours in God's plan. During September, we’ll have a series of talks exploring some of the biblical and historical factors involved, and thinking about how we should respond to the situation in Israel and Gaza today.

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With the terrible situation in Gaza so much in the news, it is important for Christians to reflect on what the Bible has to say about the role of Israel and its neighbours in God's plan. During September, we’ll have a series of talks exploring some of the biblical and historical factors involved, and thinking about how we should respond to the situation in Israel and Gaza today.

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Each August we get the opportunity to hear different members of Christ Church take to the pulpit and talk about ‘Why I am a Christian’. In it we hear some of the story of their lives and the key factors that have led them to become and continue as Christians. These have turned out to be some of the most popular and helpful talks that we have during the year. 

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Each August we get the opportunity to hear different members of Christ Church take to the pulpit and talk about ‘Why I am a Christian’. In it we hear some of the story of their lives and the key factors that have led them to become and continue as Christians. These have turned out to be some of the most popular and helpful talks that we have during the year. 

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One of the ways that Jesus came to bring us 'life in its fullness' was through the purpose and direction that can come to our lives when we join in his work. During this series, we’ll be joined by guest speakers from Home for Good, Christians Against Poverty, and Hope into Action, as we will explore different practical ways in which God might be calling us to do this - through our care for animals, children and those facing debt or homelessness.

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One of the ways that Jesus came to bring us 'life in its fullness' was through the purpose and direction that can come to our lives when we join in his work. During this series, we’ll be joined by guest speakers from Home for Good, Christians Against Poverty, and Hope into Action, as we will explore different practical ways in which God might be calling us to do this - through our care for animals, children and those facing debt or homelessness.

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After celebrating the significance of Jesus’ resurrection during Easter, we now turn our attention to the Holy Spirit as we move into Ascension and Pentecost. These events remind us that the Holy Spirit is a gift from the risen and ascended Jesus, helping us experience a taste of God’s future new creation right now. In this series, we’ll explore what that means, and look at how the Spirit guides the church to represent God's saving presence in the world.

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After celebrating the significance of Jesus’ resurrection during Easter, we now turn our attention to the Holy Spirit as we move into Ascension and Pentecost. These events remind us that the Holy Spirit is a gift from the risen and ascended Jesus, helping us experience a taste of God’s future new creation right now. In this series, we’ll explore what that means, and look at how the Spirit guides the church to represent God's saving presence in the world.

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Easter is not merely a single day of celebration; it is intended to be a fifty-day journey dedicated to reflecting on the resurrection and its profound implications for our faith. Throughout this series, we will delve into the true meaning of resurrection, exploring its roots in the Old Testament and how the resurrection of Jesus leads to the promise of resurrection for all who belong to Him.

As Christians, we often underestimate the importance of resurrection as a recurring theme throughout the Bible. In this series, we aim to address this oversight by uncovering the clarity, direction, purpose, and power that the resurrection offers to the lives of all who follow Jesus.

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Easter is not merely a single day of celebration; it is intended to be a fifty-day journey dedicated to reflecting on the resurrection and its profound implications for our faith. Throughout this series, we will delve into the true meaning of resurrection, exploring its roots in the Old Testament and how the resurrection of Jesus leads to the promise of resurrection for all who belong to Him.

As Christians, we often underestimate the importance of resurrection as a recurring theme throughout the Bible. In this series, we aim to address this oversight by uncovering the clarity, direction, purpose, and power that the resurrection offers to the lives of all who follow Jesus.

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Lent is traditionally a time of focusing on repentance - the act of 'turning around' towards God. During this series, we’ll look at what we can learn from examples of repentance as a theme that runs throughout the Bible, and explore how we can make it a greater reality in our lives.

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Lent is traditionally a time of focusing on repentance - the act of 'turning around' towards God. During this series, we’ll look at what we can learn from examples of repentance as a theme that runs throughout the Bible, and explore how we can make it a greater reality in our lives.

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A key feature of Luke's gospel is its emphasis on Jesus' interactions with those who were least valued by society, including the poor, tax collectors, people with disabilities, and women. During this series we will examine what stands out about the way Jesus relates to these people, and the insight that this gives us into the nature of the kingdom of God that we are called to proclaim and embody.

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A key feature of Luke's gospel is its emphasis on Jesus' interactions with those who were least valued by society, including the poor, tax collectors, people with disabilities, and women. During this series we will examine what stands out about the way Jesus relates to these people, and the insight that this gives us into the nature of the kingdom of God that we are called to proclaim and embody.

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Christmas is a strange mixture of all sorts of traditions and customs. But, one way or another, they can all point us towards Jesus. This year we will consider how the carols we sing, the festive lights and the darkness, the joy and fun but also the sorrow associated with this time of year can do exactly that. 

(Note: the below services are, respectively, the Carols by Candlelight service, and the Midnight Communion Service.)

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Christmas is a strange mixture of all sorts of traditions and customs. But, one way or another, they can all point us further to Jesus. This year we will consider how the carols we sing, the festive lights and the darkness, the joy and fun but also the sorrow associated with this time of year can do exactly that. 

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Christmas is a strange mixture of all sorts of traditions and customs. But, one way or another, they can all point us further to Jesus. This year we will consider how the carols we sing, the festive lights and the darkness, the joy and fun but also the sorrow associated with this time of year can do exactly that. 

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The approach of another Christmas can mean the arrival of more that is familiar than new. But there are always fresh aspects of God coming into the world in Jesus for us to grasp and live out. As we prepare for the coming of Jesus this Advent, we will consider what things Isaiah, Matthew and Luke want us to look out for this Christmas.

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The approach of another Christmas can mean the arrival of more that is familiar than new. But there are always fresh aspects of God coming into the world in Jesus for us to grasp and live out. As we prepare for the coming of Jesus this Advent, we will consider what things Isaiah, Matthew, Luke and John want us to look out for this Christmas.

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Heresy refers to beliefs that are distorted rather than representing a genuine form of Christian doctrine. Many heresies arose in the first five centuries of the church and the church's response to them is contained in its historic creeds. Other heresies are more recent. In this series we will look at two ancient heresies in Marcionism and Gnosticism and two more recent ones: the so-called Prosperity Gospel and the idea that Christianity = being nice. The aim is that by getting our thinking straight on the important issues involved, we will be able to live more faithful and healthy lives.