Notices for Sunday 21st May

Sunday Services

9.15 at Priory Street

Steve B will bring the Word from Exodus 35: 1-39:32 and music will be led by Matt G. Intercessory prayers will be led by Shirley. The service will be streamed online – click here to join.

Church on the Green

Join us at 10am in the MOD Community Centre in Rudloe as well as on Zoom. Rob D will bring the Word from Exodus 34: 10-35 and music will be led by Dave M. Click here to join on Zoom. Meeting ID: 951 8111 0275 Passcode: 559184

11.15am at Priory Street

Steve B will bring the Word from Exodus 35: 1-39:32 and music will be led by Matt E. Intercessory prayers will be led by Alan C. The service will be streamed online – click here to join.

Please be aware that our Sunday services at Priory Street are live-streamed/recorded on our YouTube channel. If you prefer not to appear on screen, you’re advised to sit in or under the balcony.

Prayer walk in Neston – tomorrow at 10am

Join us at 10am tomorrow morning for a prayer walk around Neston, led by Adrian & Jo, as we continue to ask God to guide us in our plans to move from three Sunday congregations to two. We will set off from Neston Memorial Hall.

Gathered to Praise – Sunday at 6pm

‘Oh, for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer’s praise!’ Yes, and even those would not be enough! Come along to sing His praises at our monthly praise service this Sunday evening at Priory Street.

The Marriage Course

Please note that tomorrow’s session of our Marriage course has been cancelled. The dates for the remaining sessions are 27th May, 3rd and 10th June (Saturdays). This is an opportunity for married couples of all ages and stages, and couples preparing for marriage, to invest in their relationship with their spouse(/to-be) from a gospel perspective. Please register to attend via Eventbrite – click here or scan the QR code.

Women’s Bible Study – 22nd May

Dear Sisters in Christ, we continue on with our studies in the book of James; this month chapter 4:13-5:6. Victoria has prepared study notes (download here) for us so we can be prepared for our next meeting which will be on 22nd May at 7.30pm. A reminder of zoom details are below for those of you who are unable to join us in person.

Join Zoom Meeting:
Meeting ID: 880 7850 5450
Passcode: CBCJames

Short safeguarding video

If you attended the church meeting recently, you may recall the safeguarding video did not have sound, and of course there were a number of members who were unable to attend. Please can I ask people to watch this short safeguarding video from the Baptist Union to ensure we all know what our responsibilities are with regard to safeguarding at CBC. Important: if you have received an email from us or DDC asking you to undertake or update your DBS check, please can we ask you to complete this asap. If you have any queries, email elspethp@corshambaptists.org. Thank you for your support with keeping our church a safe place for everyone.

Newcomers lunch – 28th May

If you’ve started coming to CBC recently we’d love to get to know you a bit better and for you to get to know us and ask any questions about church life. We will be meeting when the 11.15 service finishes at Priory Street in the Church Hall, so around 1pm, for an informal lunch which will include newcomers to CBC and a cross-section of church members and leaders – families and more mature folk! All newcomers, please sign up on the sheet on the table at the back of church or, if you know someone who meets that criteria, please do bring it to their attention. If you attend Church on the Green, just drop Ruth in the church office an email on office@corshambaptists.org to register your attendance.

Budget Requests for 2023/24

We are currently drafting budgets for our next financial year (Sep23-Aug24). If you are a ministry leader and require a budget for next year, whether for recurring (existing) expenditure or new expenditure, please submit your request to treasurer@corshambaptists.org no later than 30th June. If you are able to send the information ahead of 30th June, that would greatly be appreciated. You are not guaranteed a budget if you do not submit a budget request. If you know the rough month you expect the expenditure to occur, please also include this information as it is of great help for planning our cash flow.

If you have any queries, please contact Tom L on treasurer@corshambaptists.org. Thank you.

Pentecost Sunday – 28th May

All are warmly welcome to celebrate Pentecost Sunday at a service at St Bartholomew’s at 6pm on Sunday 28th May.

Visit from Compassion speaker – Sunday 4th June

Compassion UK is a Christian charity that supports children around the world through sponsorship. Matthew Glass of Compassion will be speaking at CBC at 6pm on 4th June so please do mark this date in your diary. We will be having refreshments and cakes from 5.15pm. If you are able to supply cakes or biscuits (including gluten-free) please do let Wendy R know. Any financial gifts given during the service will go to support Compassion’s ministry.

Church Barn Dance – Saturday 15th July

Everyone at CBC is invited to come to a barn dance so mark the date in your diary! Tickets cost £5 per person and can be purchased in advance from the Ovens family. You’re asked to bring something for the bring-and-share buffet. Dig out your dancing shoes and let’s make this a fun night for the whole church!

Middlefields House prayer meeting

You are warmly invited to attend the next prayer meeting at Middlefields House Care Home, Chippenham, on Thursday 25th May at 6pm.

Regular activities

Community Money Advice is open for face-to-face meetings each Thursday evening and Friday morning. Do get in touch if you would like help and advice in this area. Pre-booked appointments only.
Craft Group: if you enjoy crafting come and join us on the first Saturday of the month (unless otherwise notified) from 10am-12.30pm at Priory Street. Please bring your own craft project to do.
Prayer for Missions & the Persecuted Church: the first Tuesday of every month, 7.45pm on Zoom. Contact the office for login details.
Women’s Bible Study: we meet on the last Monday every month from 7.30pm.
Souper Friday Café: Friday mornings from 10am-2pm. Come and enjoy a free drink, cake and soup. Open for help with food items to take away too. Speak to Colin W, Esther A, Joan C or Jo S for more information.
Ark Children’s Service: last Saturday of the month 10:30am-12:00pm during term-time only.
Mum’s Bible Study: Monday mornings between 9.30am-11.30am (term-time only). For more information speak to Christine C or Vicki K.
Toddlers: Thursdays 10:00am-11:30am during term-time only.
FLAGS (Fun Learning About God and Scripture): Wednesdays at 4.30-5.30pm during term time. For Primary School-aged children.
Hang out: a fun fellowship group for KS2 children, meeting on the second Sunday of the month from 4.00-5.30pm.
Life groups meet in person and/or online. Contact us if you’d like to join one.
Youth Groups – contact Dan for further details.

Please send items for next week’s notices to Ruth at office@corshambaptists.org by 12 noon on Wednesday.