Time Away from Church?

I once spent time away from church. When I was 11, my grandmother died and it too painful for me to go back to the place where I had so many happy memories of her. During my time away I believed in God but I now realize the value of a community of believers who help you grow. It is a lot harder to be Christian outside the church than it is inside. I had a hard time in my teens; I was bullied, suffered glandular fever and was not in a good place. However at 19, after prompting from God I went back and it is the best thing I ever did.

Back to Church Sunday

This event is one where people are invited, or go, back to church after a gap. It maybe that they have moved, got out of the habit of going, or had a more upsetting reason that lead to them stop going. It is a Sunday where people can visit and see how church has changed for the better.

St James' United Reformed Church, Palmerston Road, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5NG is holding such a service tommorrow, 10.30am. Everyone is very welcome.

Returning Home

How long since you last went to Church? Sometimes it is hard to go back when you are the only one but you do not have to be as on Back to Church Sunday, 26th September, there will many coming back for the first time in what may have been years. It is a chance to meet new people and indeed find a spiritual home.