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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) sermon,christianity,St,Giles,West,Bridgford,christian,church St Giles Church https://storage.buzzsprout.com/mndxwt81k6y7qo6cdkzf55ycamfc?.jpg http://www.stgilesparish.com Sermons and talks from St Giles Church, West Bridgford, UKSermons from St Giles Palm Sunday: expectation and longing for God In the evening service, Simon reflects on the theme of expectation and longing for God. (Psalm 80 & Matthew 21)

]]> In the evening service, Simon reflects on the theme of expectation and longing for God. (Psalm 80 & Matthew 21)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18929707 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0100 1047 full false In the evening service, Simon reflects on the theme of expectation and longing for God. (Psalm 80 & Matthew 21) Palm Sunday: Jesus our king On Palm Sunday Graham reflects on the hope we can have in Jesus and what it means to welcome Him as our king. (Matthew 21: 1-11)

]]> On Palm Sunday Graham reflects on the hope we can have in Jesus and what it means to welcome Him as our king. (Matthew 21: 1-11)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18929701 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0100 791 full false On Palm Sunday Graham reflects on the hope we can have in Jesus and what it means to welcome Him as our king. (Matthew 21: 1-11) Greatness in the Kingdom of God In the evening service, Joanna considers what greatness in the Kingdom of God looks like. She looks at Matthew 20: 17-34  and the call to be servants not masters, following in the footsteps of Jesus who came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

]]> In the evening service, Joanna considers what greatness in the Kingdom of God looks like. She looks at Matthew 20: 17-34  and the call to be servants not masters, following in the footsteps of Jesus who came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18891651 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000 636 full false In the evening service, Joanna considers what greatness in the Kingdom of God looks like. She looks at Matthew 20: 17-34  and the call to be servants not masters, following in the footsteps of Jesus who came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Practicing the Way: building a rule of life In the final week looking at Practicing the Way, Joanna reflects on what it looks like to build a rule of life that helps us to grow more like Jesus day by day. (Colossians 3: 1-17)

]]> In the final week looking at Practicing the Way, Joanna reflects on what it looks like to build a rule of life that helps us to grow more like Jesus day by day. (Colossians 3: 1-17)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18891645 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 1069 full false In the final week looking at Practicing the Way, Joanna reflects on what it looks like to build a rule of life that helps us to grow more like Jesus day by day. (Colossians 3: 1-17) Practicing the Way: confession Graham reflects on Mark 2: 1-7 and Psalm 51, and how the practice of confession can lift the weight of sin from us so we can know joy and gladness.

]]> Graham reflects on Mark 2: 1-7 and Psalm 51, and how the practice of confession can lift the weight of sin from us so we can know joy and gladness.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18853203 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 837 full false Graham reflects on Mark 2: 1-7 and Psalm 51, and how the practice of confession can lift the weight of sin from us so we can know joy and gladness. God's great love for us Graham's talk at the evening service considers John 2: 13-22, reflecting on the theme of Jesus broken for us and God's great love for us.

]]> Graham's talk at the evening service considers John 2: 13-22, reflecting on the theme of Jesus broken for us and God's great love for us.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18815205 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000 1447 full false Graham's talk at the evening service considers John 2: 13-22, reflecting on the theme of Jesus broken for us and God's great love for us. Simon & Elisabeth's Journey of Faith In the latest of our interviews at the evening service, Simon and Elisabeth Cartwright share something of their journey of faith and the passions that they have for seeing God at work.

]]> In the latest of our interviews at the evening service, Simon and Elisabeth Cartwright share something of their journey of faith and the passions that they have for seeing God at work.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18821764 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000 331 full false In the latest of our interviews at the evening service, Simon and Elisabeth Cartwright share something of their journey of faith and the passions that they have for seeing God at work. Practicing the Way: times of pain and suffering Emily reflects on Matthew 26: 36-46, on being an apprentice of Jesus through times of pain and suffering. She talks about not denying, detaching from or drugging pain, but following the example of Jesus and allowing God into the suffering and drawing closer to him through it.

]]> Emily reflects on Matthew 26: 36-46, on being an apprentice of Jesus through times of pain and suffering. She talks about not denying, detaching from or drugging pain, but following the example of Jesus and allowing God into the suffering and drawing closer to him through it.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18815187 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 1285 full false Emily reflects on Matthew 26: 36-46, on being an apprentice of Jesus through times of pain and suffering. She talks about not denying, detaching from or drugging pain, but following the example of Jesus and allowing God into the suffering and drawing closer to him through it. The cost of discipleship In the evening service we looked at the words of Jesus about following him, and the price that Jesus paid for us. (Luke 14: 27-33)

]]> In the evening service we looked at the words of Jesus about following him, and the price that Jesus paid for us. (Luke 14: 27-33)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18774829 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000 826 full false In the evening service we looked at the words of Jesus about following him, and the price that Jesus paid for us. (Luke 14: 27-33) Practicing the Way: habits to equip us In our aim to spend time with Jesus and to become more like him what are some of the habits that we can build up to equip us?  Joanna considers 9 different practices:  Sabbath, Solitude, Prayer, Fasting, Scripture, Witness, Community, Generosity, and Service.  Which might God be asking us to practice more, or try for the first time, over this Lent? (Acts 2:42-47 and Mark 1:35-39)

]]> In our aim to spend time with Jesus and to become more like him what are some of the habits that we can build up to equip us?  Joanna considers 9 different practices:  Sabbath, Solitude, Prayer, Fasting, Scripture, Witness, Community, Generosity, and Service.  Which might God be asking us to practice more, or try for the first time, over this Lent? (Acts 2:42-47 and Mark 1:35-39)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18774835 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 1088 full false In our aim to spend time with Jesus and to become more like him what are some of the habits that we can build up to equip us?  Joanna considers 9 different practices:  Sabbath, Solitude, Prayer, Fasting, Scripture, Witness, Community, Generosity, and Service.  Which might God be asking us to practice more, or try for the first time, over this Lent? (Acts 2:42-47 and Mark 1:35-39) Practicing the Way: reflecting the love of God In week three of our series on being an apprentice of Jesus - based on John Mark Comer’s book ‘Practicing the Way’ - Joanna looks at how we become more like Jesus. How are we transformed by the renewing of our minds to be the people we were created to be who reflect the love of God to those around us? (Romans 12:1-2)

]]> In week three of our series on being an apprentice of Jesus - based on John Mark Comer’s book ‘Practicing the Way’ - Joanna looks at how we become more like Jesus. How are we transformed by the renewing of our minds to be the people we were created to be who reflect the love of God to those around us? (Romans 12:1-2)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18730846 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 591 full false In week three of our series on being an apprentice of Jesus - based on John Mark Comer’s book ‘Practicing the Way’ - Joanna looks at how we become more like Jesus. How are we transformed by the renewing of our minds to be the people we were created to be who reflect the love of God to those around us? (Romans 12:1-2) 1 Thessalonians: to live in peace In Graham's final talk on the book of 1 Thessalonians he looks at what it means to live in peace (1Thess 5: 12-24).

]]> In Graham's final talk on the book of 1 Thessalonians he looks at what it means to live in peace (1Thess 5: 12-24).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18698562 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 784 full false In Graham's final talk on the book of 1 Thessalonians he looks at what it means to live in peace (1Thess 5: 12-24). Practicing the Way: how we abide in God In the second of our sermons on Practicing the Way Joanna looks at how we abide in God. What does it look like to make our home in Him? (John 15: 1-8)

]]> In the second of our sermons on Practicing the Way Joanna looks at how we abide in God. What does it look like to make our home in Him? (John 15: 1-8)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18698597 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 876 full false In the second of our sermons on Practicing the Way Joanna looks at how we abide in God. What does it look like to make our home in Him? (John 15: 1-8) Practicing the Way: being an apprentice Joanna starts a 7 week series looking at the invitation to be an apprentice of Jesus (Matthew 4: 18-22).

]]> Joanna starts a 7 week series looking at the invitation to be an apprentice of Jesus (Matthew 4: 18-22).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18647970 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 1173 full false Joanna starts a 7 week series looking at the invitation to be an apprentice of Jesus (Matthew 4: 18-22). 1 Thessalonians: the call to Holy living Continuing the series on Thessalonians, Joanna looks at how we learn to please God with our bodies and in our work, and whether our everyday lives reflect something of the holiness of God to those around us. (1 Thessalonians 4: 1-12)

]]> Continuing the series on Thessalonians, Joanna looks at how we learn to please God with our bodies and in our work, and whether our everyday lives reflect something of the holiness of God to those around us. (1 Thessalonians 4: 1-12)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18609835 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 1055 full false Continuing the series on Thessalonians, Joanna looks at how we learn to please God with our bodies and in our work, and whether our everyday lives reflect something of the holiness of God to those around us. (1 Thessalonians 4: 1-12) 1 Thessalonians: strengthened in love & faith The evening series in Thessalonians continues, this week thinking about how we may be strengthened in love and faith. (1 Thessalonians 3: 2-10)

]]> The evening series in Thessalonians continues, this week thinking about how we may be strengthened in love and faith. (1 Thessalonians 3: 2-10)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18570512 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 789 full false The evening series in Thessalonians continues, this week thinking about how we may be strengthened in love and faith. (1 Thessalonians 3: 2-10) Life transforming encounters with Jesus Joanna looks at important steps on St Paul’s journey to faith in Jesus, including dramatic encounters and obedient and courageous followers. (Acts 9: 1-22)

]]> Joanna looks at important steps on St Paul’s journey to faith in Jesus, including dramatic encounters and obedient and courageous followers. (Acts 9: 1-22)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18570522 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 1130 full false Joanna looks at important steps on St Paul’s journey to faith in Jesus, including dramatic encounters and obedient and courageous followers. (Acts 9: 1-22) 1 Thessalonians: God is with us On week 2 of our evening series on Thessalonians, Graham considers how God is with us, even in the suffering (1 Thessalonians 2: 7b-16).

]]> On week 2 of our evening series on Thessalonians, Graham considers how God is with us, even in the suffering (1 Thessalonians 2: 7b-16).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18532605 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 803 full false On week 2 of our evening series on Thessalonians, Graham considers how God is with us, even in the suffering (1 Thessalonians 2: 7b-16). Light bulb moments of Epiphany: 2 Graham looks at John 1: 29-42, how we see Jesus as saviour and point people to him.

]]> Graham looks at John 1: 29-42, how we see Jesus as saviour and point people to him.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18532609 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 887 full false Graham looks at John 1: 29-42, how we see Jesus as saviour and point people to him. 1 Thessalonians: the living God We start a new evening series looking at Thessalonians and what it means to follow the living God (1 Thessalonians 1: 1-10).

]]> We start a new evening series looking at Thessalonians and what it means to follow the living God (1 Thessalonians 1: 1-10).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18532588 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 1283 full false We start a new evening series looking at Thessalonians and what it means to follow the living God (1 Thessalonians 1: 1-10). Light bulb moments of Epiphany: 1 Joanna reflects on Acts 10 (the baptism of Cornelius) - the light bulb moment when Peter comes to understand in a new way that the good news of Jesus is for everyone.

]]> Joanna reflects on Acts 10 (the baptism of Cornelius) - the light bulb moment when Peter comes to understand in a new way that the good news of Jesus is for everyone.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18532621 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 1447 full false Joanna reflects on Acts 10 (the baptism of Cornelius) - the light bulb moment when Peter comes to understand in a new way that the good news of Jesus is for everyone. The promise of joy in the wilderness Isaiah 35 St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18385224 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 1143 full false What does it mean to fear the Lord? On the second Sunday of Advent Joanna reflects on what it means to fear the Lord in all His majesty (Isaiah 11: 1-10).

]]> On the second Sunday of Advent Joanna reflects on what it means to fear the Lord in all His majesty (Isaiah 11: 1-10).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18323588 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1381 full false On the second Sunday of Advent Joanna reflects on what it means to fear the Lord in all His majesty (Isaiah 11: 1-10). The persecuted church: part 2 In the evening service, Colin Dann speaks about the persecuted church, sharing his involvement with the Open Doors charity, insights from his recent overseas trip with them and how we can help by through prayer (Ephesians 6:12). 

]]> In the evening service, Colin Dann speaks about the persecuted church, sharing his involvement with the Open Doors charity, insights from his recent overseas trip with them and how we can help by through prayer (Ephesians 6:12). 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18278152 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000 1962 full false In the evening service, Colin Dann speaks about the persecuted church, sharing his involvement with the Open Doors charity, insights from his recent overseas trip with them and how we can help by through prayer (Ephesians 6:12).  The persecuted church: part 1 In the evening service, Colin Dann speaks about the persecuted church, sharing his involvement with the Open Doors charity, insights from his recent overseas trip with them and how we can help by through prayer (Ephesians 6:12). 

]]> In the evening service, Colin Dann speaks about the persecuted church, sharing his involvement with the Open Doors charity, insights from his recent overseas trip with them and how we can help by through prayer (Ephesians 6:12). 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18278145 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000 177 full false In the evening service, Colin Dann speaks about the persecuted church, sharing his involvement with the Open Doors charity, insights from his recent overseas trip with them and how we can help by through prayer (Ephesians 6:12).  Christingle & the gift of light In our all age service Ellen talks about the different parts of the Christingle that we make and how through the lighted candle we can remember that Jesus brought light into darkness (John 1:1-2; 3:16-18; 8:12).

]]> In our all age service Ellen talks about the different parts of the Christingle that we make and how through the lighted candle we can remember that Jesus brought light into darkness (John 1:1-2; 3:16-18; 8:12).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18278125 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 755 full false In our all age service Ellen talks about the different parts of the Christingle that we make and how through the lighted candle we can remember that Jesus brought light into darkness (John 1:1-2; 3:16-18; 8:12). The hope of Christ the King On Christ the King Sunday, Emily reflects on how God speaks through the Old Testament prophet Jeremiah of the hope that is coming, of a king who will be unlike any other. We are encouraged to speak and live God's truth, to draw strength and hope through living in him to enable us to navigate the challenges of world around us.  (Jeremiah 23: 1-6)

]]> On Christ the King Sunday, Emily reflects on how God speaks through the Old Testament prophet Jeremiah of the hope that is coming, of a king who will be unlike any other. We are encouraged to speak and live God's truth, to draw strength and hope through living in him to enable us to navigate the challenges of world around us.  (Jeremiah 23: 1-6)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18243501 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000 1373 full false On Christ the King Sunday, Emily reflects on how God speaks through the Old Testament prophet Jeremiah of the hope that is coming, of a king who will be unlike any other. We are encouraged to speak and live God's truth, to draw strength and hope through living in him to enable us to navigate the challenges of world around us.  (Jeremiah 23: 1-6) Understanding violence in the Old Testament: part 2 Joanna and Graham together lead us through the second part of the challenge of  understanding and interpreting violence in the Old Testament.

]]> Joanna and Graham together lead us through the second part of the challenge of  understanding and interpreting violence in the Old Testament.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18243504 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1658 full false Joanna and Graham together lead us through the second part of the challenge of  understanding and interpreting violence in the Old Testament. Understanding violence in the Old Testament: part 1 Joanna and Graham together lead us through a 2 part series looking at how we can understand and interpret violence in the Old Testament. This week they are considering 'violence described' and 'violence implored', the context of the time and the message for us today in these difficult passages. Looking at 1 Samuel 17, Judges 19 and Psalm 137.

]]> Joanna and Graham together lead us through a 2 part series looking at how we can understand and interpret violence in the Old Testament. This week they are considering 'violence described' and 'violence implored', the context of the time and the message for us today in these difficult passages. Looking at 1 Samuel 17, Judges 19 and Psalm 137.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18203128 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000 2229 full false Joanna and Graham together lead us through a 2 part series looking at how we can understand and interpret violence in the Old Testament. This week they are considering 'violence described' and 'violence implored', the context of the time and the message for us today in these difficult passages. Looking at 1 Samuel 17, Judges 19 and Psalm 137. Our God hears us and comforts us On Safeguarding Sunday we gave thanks for our great team of volunteers and we reflected on Psalm 42 and the invitation to bring all our emotions into the presence of God, including our sadness and anger at injustice and evil. Our God hears the cries of our hearts and comforts us.

]]> On Safeguarding Sunday we gave thanks for our great team of volunteers and we reflected on Psalm 42 and the invitation to bring all our emotions into the presence of God, including our sadness and anger at injustice and evil. Our God hears the cries of our hearts and comforts us.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18203145 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 803 full false On Safeguarding Sunday we gave thanks for our great team of volunteers and we reflected on Psalm 42 and the invitation to bring all our emotions into the presence of God, including our sadness and anger at injustice and evil. Our God hears the cries of our hearts and comforts us. Called to be a light to the world In the last of our series on the book of Leviticus, Graham draws together some of the key themes and thinks about our call to be a light to the world (Leviticus 19: 1-4).

]]> In the last of our series on the book of Leviticus, Graham draws together some of the key themes and thinks about our call to be a light to the world (Leviticus 19: 1-4).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18162719 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000 887 full false In the last of our series on the book of Leviticus, Graham draws together some of the key themes and thinks about our call to be a light to the world (Leviticus 19: 1-4). Living each day with hope The prophet Micah offers a picture of future peace and restoration. Joanna considers how knowing the end of the story equips us to live each day with hope. (Micah 4: 1-5)

]]> The prophet Micah offers a picture of future peace and restoration. Joanna considers how knowing the end of the story equips us to live each day with hope. (Micah 4: 1-5)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18162703 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1003 full false The prophet Micah offers a picture of future peace and restoration. Joanna considers how knowing the end of the story equips us to live each day with hope. (Micah 4: 1-5) The gift of god's presence Graham continues with the evening series looking at Leviticus (this week 23: 1–8) and encourages us to build into our daily lives time for sacred intrusion, making time to be in God's presence.

]]> Graham continues with the evening series looking at Leviticus (this week 23: 1–8) and encourages us to build into our daily lives time for sacred intrusion, making time to be in God's presence.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18131778 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000 807 full false Graham continues with the evening series looking at Leviticus (this week 23: 1–8) and encourages us to build into our daily lives time for sacred intrusion, making time to be in God's presence. Set apart for God Continuing the evening series on Leviticus, Graham looks at the ways of life that people followed in the Old Testament which gave them their identity as a distinctive people, God's people. He considers what this means for us today and we too can live clear and different lives (Leviticus 11: 41-46).

]]> Continuing the evening series on Leviticus, Graham looks at the ways of life that people followed in the Old Testament which gave them their identity as a distinctive people, God's people. He considers what this means for us today and we too can live clear and different lives (Leviticus 11: 41-46).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18081254 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000 1020 full false Continuing the evening series on Leviticus, Graham looks at the ways of life that people followed in the Old Testament which gave them their identity as a distinctive people, God's people. He considers what this means for us today and we too can live clear and different lives (Leviticus 11: 41-46). Called to love Graham thinks about how we know that we are loved by God and how we can reflect God's love, to one another and to the world (1 John 4: 7-16).

]]> Graham thinks about how we know that we are loved by God and how we can reflect God's love, to one another and to the world (1 John 4: 7-16).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18081162 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 1036 full false Graham thinks about how we know that we are loved by God and how we can reflect God's love, to one another and to the world (1 John 4: 7-16). Living in the presence of a holy God Continuing the series in Leviticus, Graham looks at the message of what it means to live in the presence of a holy God (Lev, 16: 1-10; 29-34)

]]> Continuing the series in Leviticus, Graham looks at the message of what it means to live in the presence of a holy God (Lev, 16: 1-10; 29-34)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18055827 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0100 846 full false Continuing the series in Leviticus, Graham looks at the message of what it means to live in the presence of a holy God (Lev, 16: 1-10; 29-34) God draws near to us At the start of a new series in our evening service looking at Leviticus, Graham considers the heart of the book, the message that God draws near to us (Leviticus 9: 22-44).

]]> At the start of a new series in our evening service looking at Leviticus, Graham considers the heart of the book, the message that God draws near to us (Leviticus 9: 22-44).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18008818 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0100 682 full false At the start of a new series in our evening service looking at Leviticus, Graham considers the heart of the book, the message that God draws near to us (Leviticus 9: 22-44). Connecting with God In our evening service, Graham chats with Will, one of our worship band leaders, about how he connects with God in his life, through family and through music.

]]> In our evening service, Graham chats with Will, one of our worship band leaders, about how he connects with God in his life, through family and through music.

]]> Buzzsprout-18008797 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0100 590 full false In our evening service, Graham chats with Will, one of our worship band leaders, about how he connects with God in his life, through family and through music. Living in the Light Graham reflects on 1 John 1-2:2 and God's call to live in the light.

]]> Graham reflects on 1 John 1-2:2 and God's call to live in the light.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-18008790 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0100 787 full false Graham reflects on 1 John 1-2:2 and God's call to live in the light. Bread that truly satisfies Bishop Andy reflects on John 6: 25-35, Jesus the bread of life,  the one who satisfies and calls us to be thankful, faithful and generous.  

]]> Bishop Andy reflects on John 6: 25-35, Jesus the bread of life,  the one who satisfies and calls us to be thankful, faithful and generous.  

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17962718 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0100 1096 full false Bishop Andy reflects on John 6: 25-35, Jesus the bread of life,  the one who satisfies and calls us to be thankful, faithful and generous.   Thanksgiving: called to be a thankful people Graham reflects on Psalm 107, encouraging us to live lives that are full of thanksgiving.

]]> Graham reflects on Psalm 107, encouraging us to live lives that are full of thanksgiving.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17962749 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0100 482 full false Graham reflects on Psalm 107, encouraging us to live lives that are full of thanksgiving. Thanksgiving: for the firm foundation of faith Graham talks with Al, one of the St Giles' churchwardens, about how his faith underpins his life, including his work as a hospital doctor and leader.

]]> Graham talks with Al, one of the St Giles' churchwardens, about how his faith underpins his life, including his work as a hospital doctor and leader.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17962734 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0100 342 full false Graham talks with Al, one of the St Giles' churchwardens, about how his faith underpins his life, including his work as a hospital doctor and leader. Mustard seeds, yeast & the kingdom of God Joanna reflects on Matthew 13: 31-33 - what does it look like to be part of the growing kingdom of God.

]]> Joanna reflects on Matthew 13: 31-33 - what does it look like to be part of the growing kingdom of God.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17923092 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0100 673 full false Joanna reflects on Matthew 13: 31-33 - what does it look like to be part of the growing kingdom of God. Belonging to a community of faith In this week's evening service interview, Lisa shares on her journey into the community of faith and the impact that has had on her life.

]]> In this week's evening service interview, Lisa shares on her journey into the community of faith and the impact that has had on her life.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17923082 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0100 597 full false In this week's evening service interview, Lisa shares on her journey into the community of faith and the impact that has had on her life. Our call to grow - an an individual follower of Christ and as the church Joanna reflects on Matthew 28: 16-20 - what does it look like for St Giles to make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy spirit, and teaching them to obey everything Jesus has commanded?

]]> Joanna reflects on Matthew 28: 16-20 - what does it look like for St Giles to make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy spirit, and teaching them to obey everything Jesus has commanded?

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17923103 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1082 full false Joanna reflects on Matthew 28: 16-20 - what does it look like for St Giles to make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy spirit, and teaching them to obey everything Jesus has commanded? Encouragement - Hebrews 12:1-6 We are encouraged to keep going on the journey of faith by those cheering us on to keep running the race, with a bigger perspective, unburdened and with our eyes on Jesus who goes before us.

]]> We are encouraged to keep going on the journey of faith by those cheering us on to keep running the race, with a bigger perspective, unburdened and with our eyes on Jesus who goes before us.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17883588 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0100 1032 full false We are encouraged to keep going on the journey of faith by those cheering us on to keep running the race, with a bigger perspective, unburdened and with our eyes on Jesus who goes before us. Encouragement - Hebrews 10:19-25 The God who encourages us to draw near with confidence, to encourage one another and to not give up the habit of meeting together.

]]> The God who encourages us to draw near with confidence, to encourage one another and to not give up the habit of meeting together.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17883580 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1229 full false The God who encourages us to draw near with confidence, to encourage one another and to not give up the habit of meeting together. The Great Generosity of God Graham reflects on Romans 11: 33-36 - "for from him and through him and for him are all things" - and how we are called to respond.

]]> Graham reflects on Romans 11: 33-36 - "for from him and through him and for him are all things" - and how we are called to respond.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17852693 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0100 881 full false Graham reflects on Romans 11: 33-36 - "for from him and through him and for him are all things" - and how we are called to respond. God's Indescribable Gift Joanna considers 2 Corinthians: 6-15, the indescribable gift of Jesus and how we might reflect the generosity of God.

]]> Joanna considers 2 Corinthians: 6-15, the indescribable gift of Jesus and how we might reflect the generosity of God.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17852650 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1744 full false Joanna considers 2 Corinthians: 6-15, the indescribable gift of Jesus and how we might reflect the generosity of God. An Invitation to the Banquet In the evening service, Graham reflects on Luke 14:15-24 and the invitation to all to have a seat at the banquet.

]]> In the evening service, Graham reflects on Luke 14:15-24 and the invitation to all to have a seat at the banquet.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17820983 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0100 680 full false In the evening service, Graham reflects on Luke 14:15-24 and the invitation to all to have a seat at the banquet. An Invitation to Church In our evening service, Graham and Kelly have a chat about the impact of an invitation to church.

]]> In our evening service, Graham and Kelly have a chat about the impact of an invitation to church.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17807726 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0100 565 full false In our evening service, Graham and Kelly have a chat about the impact of an invitation to church. The Invitation to know God Joanna talks about the great invitation to know God and to be welcomed into his family, and reflects upon our call to share that invitation with others. 

]]> Joanna talks about the great invitation to know God and to be welcomed into his family, and reflects upon our call to share that invitation with others. 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17807740 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1200 full false Joanna talks about the great invitation to know God and to be welcomed into his family, and reflects upon our call to share that invitation with others.  Old Testament Characters - Esther (part 2) Continuing Emily's reflections on Esther.

]]> Continuing Emily's reflections on Esther.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17687711 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0100 575 full false Continuing Emily's reflections on Esther. Old Testament Characters - Esther (part 1) In week 3 of our series looking at characters from the Old Testament, Emily considers Esther. Her story shows us how God uses compromised people, it challenges us to have courage and gives us confidence that God is in control.

]]> In week 3 of our series looking at characters from the Old Testament, Emily considers Esther. Her story shows us how God uses compromised people, it challenges us to have courage and gives us confidence that God is in control.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17687691 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0100 776 full false In week 3 of our series looking at characters from the Old Testament, Emily considers Esther. Her story shows us how God uses compromised people, it challenges us to have courage and gives us confidence that God is in control. Old Testament Characters - Ruth Graham reflects on the story of Ruth, how God can re-write our stories and bring hope, even in the midst of questions and suffering (Ruth 1: 6-22).

]]> Graham reflects on the story of Ruth, how God can re-write our stories and bring hope, even in the midst of questions and suffering (Ruth 1: 6-22).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17665185 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0100 896 full false Graham reflects on the story of Ruth, how God can re-write our stories and bring hope, even in the midst of questions and suffering (Ruth 1: 6-22). Sharing communion together Graham invites us to think about communion during the evening service, looking at why we share together, as one people, remembering Jesus's sacrifice and allowing this to shape who we are (Matt 26: 17-30).

]]> Graham invites us to think about communion during the evening service, looking at why we share together, as one people, remembering Jesus's sacrifice and allowing this to shape who we are (Matt 26: 17-30).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17611009 Sun, 03 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +0100 824 full false Graham invites us to think about communion during the evening service, looking at why we share together, as one people, remembering Jesus's sacrifice and allowing this to shape who we are (Matt 26: 17-30). Old Testament Characters - Samuel Joanna looks at the life of Samuel and thinks about how we hear from God, who wants to speak to us, to guide us (1 Sam 3: 1-10).

]]> Joanna looks at the life of Samuel and thinks about how we hear from God, who wants to speak to us, to guide us (1 Sam 3: 1-10).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17610978 Sat, 02 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0100 804 full false Joanna looks at the life of Samuel and thinks about how we hear from God, who wants to speak to us, to guide us (1 Sam 3: 1-10). Books of the bible: Revelation In the final week of our series considering different books of the bible, Graham and Oli discuss the apocalyptic book of Revelation and its key themes (Revelation 21: 1-8).

]]> In the final week of our series considering different books of the bible, Graham and Oli discuss the apocalyptic book of Revelation and its key themes (Revelation 21: 1-8).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17575020 Sun, 27 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0100 1068 full false In the final week of our series considering different books of the bible, Graham and Oli discuss the apocalyptic book of Revelation and its key themes (Revelation 21: 1-8). The armour of God Taking our stand against the schemes of evil & choosing each day to put on the armour of God (Ephesians 6: 10-20).

]]> Taking our stand against the schemes of evil & choosing each day to put on the armour of God (Ephesians 6: 10-20).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17574899 Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1626 full false Taking our stand against the schemes of evil & choosing each day to put on the armour of God (Ephesians 6: 10-20). Books of the bible: Mark Mark 10: 17-27

]]> Mark 10: 17-27

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17574972 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0100 662 full false Mark 10: 17-27 What does life in Christ look like? Looking at Ephesians 4:17 - 5:20 - does my everyday life look more like Jesus now that it did five years ago? 

]]> Looking at Ephesians 4:17 - 5:20 - does my everyday life look more like Jesus now that it did five years ago? 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17544345 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1504 full false Looking at Ephesians 4:17 - 5:20 - does my everyday life look more like Jesus now that it did five years ago?  Books of the bible: Ezekiel Continuing the series of talks on a Sunday evening looking at different books of the Bible, Graham and Sam reflect together on Ezekiel, and how we read prophetic books of the Bible.

]]> Continuing the series of talks on a Sunday evening looking at different books of the Bible, Graham and Sam reflect together on Ezekiel, and how we read prophetic books of the Bible.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17501224 Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0100 981 full false Continuing the series of talks on a Sunday evening looking at different books of the Bible, Graham and Sam reflect together on Ezekiel, and how we read prophetic books of the Bible. God's heart to protect us Graham reflects on how the writer to the Ephesians is keen that the hearers of the letter are not deceived and settle for less than the full, technicoloured, awesome picture of who Jesus is.  What does it mean to hold onto that picture and grow in maturity, love and unity.  (Ephesians 4: 7-16)

]]> Graham reflects on how the writer to the Ephesians is keen that the hearers of the letter are not deceived and settle for less than the full, technicoloured, awesome picture of who Jesus is.  What does it mean to hold onto that picture and grow in maturity, love and unity.  (Ephesians 4: 7-16)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17501200 Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100 1140 full false Graham reflects on how the writer to the Ephesians is keen that the hearers of the letter are not deceived and settle for less than the full, technicoloured, awesome picture of who Jesus is.  What does it mean to hold onto that picture and grow in maturity, love and unity.  (Ephesians 4: 7-16) Books of the bible: 1 Peter Continuing our Sunday evening series on different books of the bible, Joanna and Graham turn to 1 Peter and its encouragement for us to have confidence in who we are in God in a challenging context.

]]> Continuing our Sunday evening series on different books of the bible, Joanna and Graham turn to 1 Peter and its encouragement for us to have confidence in who we are in God in a challenging context.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17470195 Sun, 06 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0100 1436 full false Continuing our Sunday evening series on different books of the bible, Joanna and Graham turn to 1 Peter and its encouragement for us to have confidence in who we are in God in a challenging context. Ephesians 4: One Church, One Faith, One Baptism Joanna continues exploring Paul's letter to the Ephesians, this week considering how we should live as those who have been called by God to know him and experience his transforming love (Ephesians 4: 1-6).

]]> Joanna continues exploring Paul's letter to the Ephesians, this week considering how we should live as those who have been called by God to know him and experience his transforming love (Ephesians 4: 1-6).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17470146 Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0100 919 full false Joanna continues exploring Paul's letter to the Ephesians, this week considering how we should live as those who have been called by God to know him and experience his transforming love (Ephesians 4: 1-6). Books of the bible: Proverbs Continuing the series of talks in the Sunday evening service looking at different books of the bible, Sam and Graham reflect together on the book of Proverbs.

]]> Continuing the series of talks in the Sunday evening service looking at different books of the bible, Sam and Graham reflect together on the book of Proverbs.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17421518 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0100 1024 full false Continuing the series of talks in the Sunday evening service looking at different books of the bible, Sam and Graham reflect together on the book of Proverbs. Ephesians 3: God of Reconciliation Joanna continues in our series reflecting on Paul's letter to the Ephesians (2:11 - 3:21). Through Christ the dividing walls of hostility are brought down. He is the God who can do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine!

]]> Joanna continues in our series reflecting on Paul's letter to the Ephesians (2:11 - 3:21). Through Christ the dividing walls of hostility are brought down. He is the God who can do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine!

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17421506 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1043 full false Joanna continues in our series reflecting on Paul's letter to the Ephesians (2:11 - 3:21). Through Christ the dividing walls of hostility are brought down. He is the God who can do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine! Ephesians 2: our God of Justice, Mercy & Grace This week we look at Ephesians 2: 1-12 - our God of Justice, our God of Mercy, our God of Grace. Emily helps us to consider what that means for us and how each of us can walk in step with Jesus in our lives.

]]> This week we look at Ephesians 2: 1-12 - our God of Justice, our God of Mercy, our God of Grace. Emily helps us to consider what that means for us and how each of us can walk in step with Jesus in our lives.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17381188 Sun, 22 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0100 1553 full false This week we look at Ephesians 2: 1-12 - our God of Justice, our God of Mercy, our God of Grace. Emily helps us to consider what that means for us and how each of us can walk in step with Jesus in our lives. Books of the bible: Exodus At the start of a new series looking at different books of the bible, Mike talks through some key elements of Exodus, focusing on details that often don't get as much attention as the dramatic events, but which reveal eternal truths about God the father. 

]]> At the start of a new series looking at different books of the bible, Mike talks through some key elements of Exodus, focusing on details that often don't get as much attention as the dramatic events, but which reveal eternal truths about God the father. 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17343958 Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0100 896 full false At the start of a new series looking at different books of the bible, Mike talks through some key elements of Exodus, focusing on details that often don't get as much attention as the dramatic events, but which reveal eternal truths about God the father.  Ephesians 1: the Glorious Father Joanna kicks off a new series looking at the book of Ephesians, inviting us to consider God's purpose and calling to us (Eph. 1).

]]> Joanna kicks off a new series looking at the book of Ephesians, inviting us to consider God's purpose and calling to us (Eph. 1).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17343929 Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1480 full false Joanna kicks off a new series looking at the book of Ephesians, inviting us to consider God's purpose and calling to us (Eph. 1). The Gift of the Holy Spirit Continuing the evening series on prayer, Emily looks at John 7: 37-39 and encourages us to pray a simple prayer that changes everything: Come, Holy Spirit. 

]]> Continuing the evening series on prayer, Emily looks at John 7: 37-39 and encourages us to pray a simple prayer that changes everything: Come, Holy Spirit. 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17304253 Sun, 08 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0100 830 full false Continuing the evening series on prayer, Emily looks at John 7: 37-39 and encourages us to pray a simple prayer that changes everything: Come, Holy Spirit.  Celebrating Pentecost Joanna gives us 7 reasons to celebrate the Holy Spirit coming at Pentecost, from today's reading Acts 2: 1-21

]]> Joanna gives us 7 reasons to celebrate the Holy Spirit coming at Pentecost, from today's reading Acts 2: 1-21

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17304242 Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1243 full false Joanna gives us 7 reasons to celebrate the Holy Spirit coming at Pentecost, from today's reading Acts 2: 1-21 Prayers of the bible In the latest of our evening sermon series on prayer, Graham looks at examples of prayers of the bible - what they show us and what we can learn from them.

]]> In the latest of our evening sermon series on prayer, Graham looks at examples of prayers of the bible - what they show us and what we can learn from them.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17265824 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0100 980 full false In the latest of our evening sermon series on prayer, Graham looks at examples of prayers of the bible - what they show us and what we can learn from them. Praying for others Continuing our Sunday evening series on prayer, Graham focuses this week on how we pray for others (1 Timothy 2: 1-7).

]]> Continuing our Sunday evening series on prayer, Graham focuses this week on how we pray for others (1 Timothy 2: 1-7).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17239711 Sun, 25 May 2025 20:00:00 +0100 883 full false Continuing our Sunday evening series on prayer, Graham focuses this week on how we pray for others (1 Timothy 2: 1-7). Lydia and her heart for God Joanna looks at the impact of Lydia, her heart for God and her response too hearing the good news of Jesus (Acts 16: 9-15). She asks us to consider how we each respond to the nudges of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

]]> Joanna looks at the impact of Lydia, her heart for God and her response too hearing the good news of Jesus (Acts 16: 9-15). She asks us to consider how we each respond to the nudges of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17239547 Sun, 25 May 2025 12:00:00 +0100 912 full false Joanna looks at the impact of Lydia, her heart for God and her response too hearing the good news of Jesus (Acts 16: 9-15). She asks us to consider how we each respond to the nudges of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Hearing God's Voice At our Sunday evening service, Ellen shares on hearing God's voice. John 10:27 - my sheep listen to my voice; I know them and they know me.

]]> At our Sunday evening service, Ellen shares on hearing God's voice. John 10:27 - my sheep listen to my voice; I know them and they know me.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17187253 Sun, 18 May 2025 20:00:00 +0100 1279 full false At our Sunday evening service, Ellen shares on hearing God's voice. John 10:27 - my sheep listen to my voice; I know them and they know me. The Resurrection Truth On the first Sunday after Easter Peter reflects on 1 Corinthians 15 and asks, 'does the truth of the Resurrection matter?'

]]> On the first Sunday after Easter Peter reflects on 1 Corinthians 15 and asks, 'does the truth of the Resurrection matter?'

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17057212 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1348 full false On the first Sunday after Easter Peter reflects on 1 Corinthians 15 and asks, 'does the truth of the Resurrection matter?' The Biggest News Ever! As we celebrate on Easter Day Joanna and Che ask, how do we express the great news that Jesus is Alive?

]]> As we celebrate on Easter Day Joanna and Che ask, how do we express the great news that Jesus is Alive?

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-17027339 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1024 full false As we celebrate on Easter Day Joanna and Che ask, how do we express the great news that Jesus is Alive? Jesus the King On Palm Sunday Ellen speaks on what kind of king Jesus was - the humble, peace bringing, saving king who rode into Jerusalem.

]]> On Palm Sunday Ellen speaks on what kind of king Jesus was - the humble, peace bringing, saving king who rode into Jerusalem.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16974815 Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0100 731 full false On Palm Sunday Ellen speaks on what kind of king Jesus was - the humble, peace bringing, saving king who rode into Jerusalem. God can make a way Emily talks to us about how God can make a way where there seems to be no way (Exodus 14).

]]> Emily talks to us about how God can make a way where there seems to be no way (Exodus 14).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16929779 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0100 1915 full false Emily talks to us about how God can make a way where there seems to be no way (Exodus 14). Passover on the Journey to Freedom Reflecting on Exodus 12, Joanna considers how do we celebrate and remember all that was done for us in our journey to freedom.

]]> Reflecting on Exodus 12, Joanna considers how do we celebrate and remember all that was done for us in our journey to freedom.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16889409 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0100 1219 full false Reflecting on Exodus 12, Joanna considers how do we celebrate and remember all that was done for us in our journey to freedom. Old Testament Prophets 2 Graham invites us to consider Moses and Aaron's obedience to God and the power of the Living God versus hard heartedness and the forces of evil (Exodus 7 v1-13).

]]> Graham invites us to consider Moses and Aaron's obedience to God and the power of the Living God versus hard heartedness and the forces of evil (Exodus 7 v1-13).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16862625 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1072 full false Graham invites us to consider Moses and Aaron's obedience to God and the power of the Living God versus hard heartedness and the forces of evil (Exodus 7 v1-13). The Journey to Freedom (part 1) The character of God revealed as he calls to Moses. We reflect on our reaction to God's calling and hear Collin's baptism testimony.

]]> The character of God revealed as he calls to Moses. We reflect on our reaction to God's calling and hear Collin's baptism testimony.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16833804 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1752 full false The character of God revealed as he calls to Moses. We reflect on our reaction to God's calling and hear Collin's baptism testimony. Jesus, the second Adam, victorious in battle over evil, sin and temptation Joanna considers how does knowing we are in Christ, the victor, equip us in our battle against temptation and in the call to live holy lives. (Luke 4: 1-14)

]]> Joanna considers how does knowing we are in Christ, the victor, equip us in our battle against temptation and in the call to live holy lives. (Luke 4: 1-14)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16764865 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1286 full false Joanna considers how does knowing we are in Christ, the victor, equip us in our battle against temptation and in the call to live holy lives. (Luke 4: 1-14) Jesus Lord of the Sabbath Ellen helps us to think through what it means for Jesus to be Lord of all (Luke 6: 1-11)

]]> Ellen helps us to think through what it means for Jesus to be Lord of all (Luke 6: 1-11)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16723613 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 830 full false Ellen helps us to think through what it means for Jesus to be Lord of all (Luke 6: 1-11) The Healing Power of Jesus Emily reflects on Luke 5:12-26, a passage that tells of Jesus's power to heal and to forgive.

]]> Emily reflects on Luke 5:12-26, a passage that tells of Jesus's power to heal and to forgive.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16682117 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 1482 full false Emily reflects on Luke 5:12-26, a passage that tells of Jesus's power to heal and to forgive. Called by Jesus Graham reflects on Jesus calling his first followers, ordinary people who he knew would make mistakes (Luke 5: 1-11). This speaks of the open invitation from Jesus to each of us to also follow him. Like Peter, we will sometimes fall short, but God knows us inside out and calls us to go on a journey with him.

]]> Graham reflects on Jesus calling his first followers, ordinary people who he knew would make mistakes (Luke 5: 1-11). This speaks of the open invitation from Jesus to each of us to also follow him. Like Peter, we will sometimes fall short, but God knows us inside out and calls us to go on a journey with him.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16645544 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000 930 full false Graham reflects on Jesus calling his first followers, ordinary people who he knew would make mistakes (Luke 5: 1-11). This speaks of the open invitation from Jesus to each of us to also follow him. Like Peter, we will sometimes fall short, but God knows us inside out and calls us to go on a journey with him. Gifts of the Holy Spirit Joanna speaks on the gifts of the Holy Spirit in worship for the building up of the church

]]> Joanna speaks on the gifts of the Holy Spirit in worship for the building up of the church

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16595248 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1317 full false Joanna speaks on the gifts of the Holy Spirit in worship for the building up of the church Unity, Remembering and the Grace of God Graham speaks on why and how we share communion together, looking at 1 Corinthians 11: 17-33.

]]> Graham speaks on why and how we share communion together, looking at 1 Corinthians 11: 17-33.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16552662 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000 758 full false Graham speaks on why and how we share communion together, looking at 1 Corinthians 11: 17-33. The gift of giving Excelling in the gift of giving as part of our worship - giving with our hands, hearts and heads.

]]> Excelling in the gift of giving as part of our worship - giving with our hands, hearts and heads.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16510193 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1640 full false Excelling in the gift of giving as part of our worship - giving with our hands, hearts and heads. Sing a new song to the Lord This week Joanna considers a different part of worship and, reflecting on Psalm 149,  asks us 'why do we sing'?

]]> This week Joanna considers a different part of worship and, reflecting on Psalm 149,  asks us 'why do we sing'?

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16468553 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1521 full false This week Joanna considers a different part of worship and, reflecting on Psalm 149,  asks us 'why do we sing'? What is Worship? This week Joanna speaks about worship as a response, a privilege and a place of transformation.

]]> This week Joanna speaks about worship as a response, a privilege and a place of transformation.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16428212 Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000 1457 full false This week Joanna speaks about worship as a response, a privilege and a place of transformation. Old Testament Prophets 3 As we continue to prepare for Jesus' coming using the prophets of the Old Testament, this week we look at Zephaniah. We consider the call to repent and remember who God is, and rejoice as we wait. (Zephaniah 3: 14-end)

]]> As we continue to prepare for Jesus' coming using the prophets of the Old Testament, this week we look at Zephaniah. We consider the call to repent and remember who God is, and rejoice as we wait. (Zephaniah 3: 14-end)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16286453 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1540 full false As we continue to prepare for Jesus' coming using the prophets of the Old Testament, this week we look at Zephaniah. We consider the call to repent and remember who God is, and rejoice as we wait. (Zephaniah 3: 14-end) Old Testament Prophets 2 As we continue to look at the wisdom of prophets from the Old Testament, this week we turn to Malachi and his encouragement to live lives that truly reflect God's goodness and mercy  (Malachi 3: 1-4).

]]> As we continue to look at the wisdom of prophets from the Old Testament, this week we turn to Malachi and his encouragement to live lives that truly reflect God's goodness and mercy  (Malachi 3: 1-4).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16244971 Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1153 full false As we continue to look at the wisdom of prophets from the Old Testament, this week we turn to Malachi and his encouragement to live lives that truly reflect God's goodness and mercy  (Malachi 3: 1-4). Old Testament Prophets 1 Through December we will look at the words and wisdom of prophets from the Old Testament. First we reflect upon the words of Jeremiah, the voice of judgement and of grace, of lament and of confidence in the faithfulness of God (Jeremiah 33: 14-16).

]]> Through December we will look at the words and wisdom of prophets from the Old Testament. First we reflect upon the words of Jeremiah, the voice of judgement and of grace, of lament and of confidence in the faithfulness of God (Jeremiah 33: 14-16).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16205497 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000 850 full false Through December we will look at the words and wisdom of prophets from the Old Testament. First we reflect upon the words of Jeremiah, the voice of judgement and of grace, of lament and of confidence in the faithfulness of God (Jeremiah 33: 14-16). The Garden, the curtain and the cross Joanna explores how Jesus enables us to draw close to God, reflecting on today's reading - Hebrews 10: 19-25.

]]> Joanna explores how Jesus enables us to draw close to God, reflecting on today's reading - Hebrews 10: 19-25.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16126032 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1367 full false Joanna explores how Jesus enables us to draw close to God, reflecting on today's reading - Hebrews 10: 19-25. Living as God's People In the final week of our short series on Colossians, Graham takes a look at God's vision for the love and peace of Christ in action, and transformed relationships. (Colossians 3:17 - 4:6)

]]> In the final week of our short series on Colossians, Graham takes a look at God's vision for the love and peace of Christ in action, and transformed relationships. (Colossians 3:17 - 4:6)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16043858 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 834 full false In the final week of our short series on Colossians, Graham takes a look at God's vision for the love and peace of Christ in action, and transformed relationships. (Colossians 3:17 - 4:6) Focusing our lives on Jesus This week, continuing our short series on the book of Colossians, Graham invites us to lift our eyes and our hearts to Jesus, to consider how we can make him the focus in our lives. Colossians 3: 1-17

]]> This week, continuing our short series on the book of Colossians, Graham invites us to lift our eyes and our hearts to Jesus, to consider how we can make him the focus in our lives. Colossians 3: 1-17

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-16004551 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000 1063 full false This week, continuing our short series on the book of Colossians, Graham invites us to lift our eyes and our hearts to Jesus, to consider how we can make him the focus in our lives. Colossians 3: 1-17 Colossians 2 Being in Christ and Sharing our Story St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15968589 Sun, 20 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1411 full false Encouragement to pray Graham starts a short series this week on Paul's letter to the church in Colosse. Looking at Colossians 1: 3-14, he encourages us to commit afresh to prayer and to look for signs of God's faith, hope and love in the week ahead.

]]> Graham starts a short series this week on Paul's letter to the church in Colosse. Looking at Colossians 1: 3-14, he encourages us to commit afresh to prayer and to look for signs of God's faith, hope and love in the week ahead.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15921796 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0100 830 full false Graham starts a short series this week on Paul's letter to the church in Colosse. Looking at Colossians 1: 3-14, he encourages us to commit afresh to prayer and to look for signs of God's faith, hope and love in the week ahead. The Creator God Who Gives Good Gifts In this harvest season, Joanna invites us to consider our response to the creator God who gives good gifts. Genesis 1: 26-31

]]> In this harvest season, Joanna invites us to consider our response to the creator God who gives good gifts. Genesis 1: 26-31

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15855406 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1531 full false In this harvest season, Joanna invites us to consider our response to the creator God who gives good gifts. Genesis 1: 26-31 Growing Disciples with Courage Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage. 
Week 3: Courage  1 Peter 3: 14-16

]]> Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage. 
Week 3: Courage  1 Peter 3: 14-16

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15799241 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1539 full false Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage.  Week 3: Courage  1 Peter 3: 14-16 Growing Disciples with Confidence Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage. 
Week 2: Confidence. Matthew 7: 24-27

]]> Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage. 
Week 2: Confidence. Matthew 7: 24-27

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15760701 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0100 756 full false Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage.  Week 2: Confidence. Matthew 7: 24-27 Growing Disciples with Compassion Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage. 
Week 1: Compassion. Matthew 9: 35-38

]]> Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage. 
Week 1: Compassion. Matthew 9: 35-38

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15719341 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1274 full false Our current Sunday sermon series is looking at Growing Disciples, with compassion, confidence and courage.  Week 1: Compassion. Matthew 9: 35-38 Jesus's Promise of the Holy Spirit In the last week of our series looking at the work of the Holy Spirit, Joanna considers what Jesus says about the Spirit in John 14: 15-27. She reflects on his promise that the gift of the Holy Spirit is available to each one of us - to live in us, to be our counsellor, our helper, our guide.

]]> In the last week of our series looking at the work of the Holy Spirit, Joanna considers what Jesus says about the Spirit in John 14: 15-27. She reflects on his promise that the gift of the Holy Spirit is available to each one of us - to live in us, to be our counsellor, our helper, our guide.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15451529 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1153 full false In the last week of our series looking at the work of the Holy Spirit, Joanna considers what Jesus says about the Spirit in John 14: 15-27. She reflects on his promise that the gift of the Holy Spirit is available to each one of us - to live in us, to be our counsellor, our helper, our guide. Encouraged by Barnabas In his first talk at St Giles, our new curate Graham reflects on Acts 11: 19-30, when Barnabas rejoices at the grace of God's work in building up the early church. He reminds us to continue to encourage one another in the same way, by sharing how the hand of the Lord is at work among us today.

]]> In his first talk at St Giles, our new curate Graham reflects on Acts 11: 19-30, when Barnabas rejoices at the grace of God's work in building up the early church. He reminds us to continue to encourage one another in the same way, by sharing how the hand of the Lord is at work among us today.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15415086 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1016 full false In his first talk at St Giles, our new curate Graham reflects on Acts 11: 19-30, when Barnabas rejoices at the grace of God's work in building up the early church. He reminds us to continue to encourage one another in the same way, by sharing how the hand of the Lord is at work among us today. Revealing On the morning that we joyfully celebrate Chloe and Daniel's baptisms, Joanna reflects on Acts 8: 26-40. She encourages us to ask the Holy Spirit to help us to understand God's word, so that we may discover more of Him and be equipped by the Spirit to share the good news about Jesus, that is for everyone. 

]]> On the morning that we joyfully celebrate Chloe and Daniel's baptisms, Joanna reflects on Acts 8: 26-40. She encourages us to ask the Holy Spirit to help us to understand God's word, so that we may discover more of Him and be equipped by the Spirit to share the good news about Jesus, that is for everyone. 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15300899 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1231 full false On the morning that we joyfully celebrate Chloe and Daniel's baptisms, Joanna reflects on Acts 8: 26-40. She encourages us to ask the Holy Spirit to help us to understand God's word, so that we may discover more of Him and be equipped by the Spirit to share the good news about Jesus, that is for everyone.  Empowered by the Holy Spirit This week Joanna reflects on Acts 6: 1-7. She considers how the Holy Spirit leads us to an understanding of the role that God has called us to in the world and how we are empowered by the Spirit to fulfil that role for the glory of God.

]]> This week Joanna reflects on Acts 6: 1-7. She considers how the Holy Spirit leads us to an understanding of the role that God has called us to in the world and how we are empowered by the Spirit to fulfil that role for the glory of God.

]]> Buzzsprout-15261573 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1072 full false This week Joanna reflects on Acts 6: 1-7. She considers how the Holy Spirit leads us to an understanding of the role that God has called us to in the world and how we are empowered by the Spirit to fulfil that role for the glory of God. Convicted by the Holy Spirit Joanna looks at Acts 5: 1-11: how Peter's response to Ananias and Sapphira shows us that sin matters. She invites each of us to reflect on our own journey of discipleship, to pause and receive God's forgiveness; how is the the Holy Spirit is guiding us to be a holy people, at peace with one another and with God?

]]> Joanna looks at Acts 5: 1-11: how Peter's response to Ananias and Sapphira shows us that sin matters. She invites each of us to reflect on our own journey of discipleship, to pause and receive God's forgiveness; how is the the Holy Spirit is guiding us to be a holy people, at peace with one another and with God?

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15223312 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1533 full false Joanna looks at Acts 5: 1-11: how Peter's response to Ananias and Sapphira shows us that sin matters. She invites each of us to reflect on our own journey of discipleship, to pause and receive God's forgiveness; how is the the Holy Spirit is guiding us to be a holy people, at peace with one another and with God? Ready to pray, praise and proclaim Joanna reflects on the impact of Peter and John healing a man in Acts 3: 1-9, encouraging us to live ready, filled with the Holy Spirit, ready to pray, praise and proclaim.

]]> Joanna reflects on the impact of Peter and John healing a man in Acts 3: 1-9, encouraging us to live ready, filled with the Holy Spirit, ready to pray, praise and proclaim.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15182942 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0100 705 full false Joanna reflects on the impact of Peter and John healing a man in Acts 3: 1-9, encouraging us to live ready, filled with the Holy Spirit, ready to pray, praise and proclaim. United by the Holy Spirit Over the next few weeks we will look at how the Holy Spirit is at work, and this week we start with how the Spirit unites and equips us to build a community of faith (Acts 2: 42-47).

]]> Over the next few weeks we will look at how the Holy Spirit is at work, and this week we start with how the Spirit unites and equips us to build a community of faith (Acts 2: 42-47).

]]> Buzzsprout-15170790 Sun, 26 May 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1545 full false Over the next few weeks we will look at how the Holy Spirit is at work, and this week we start with how the Spirit unites and equips us to build a community of faith (Acts 2: 42-47). Pentecost: the power of the Holy Spirit On Pentecost, Joanna invites us to reflect on God’s promise that the Holy Spirit is for everyone. How might the Holy Spirit equip us to step out to be who God is calling us to be? (Acts 2: 1-12)

]]> On Pentecost, Joanna invites us to reflect on God’s promise that the Holy Spirit is for everyone. How might the Holy Spirit equip us to step out to be who God is calling us to be? (Acts 2: 1-12)

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15099623 Sun, 19 May 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1287 full false On Pentecost, Joanna invites us to reflect on God’s promise that the Holy Spirit is for everyone. How might the Holy Spirit equip us to step out to be who God is calling us to be? (Acts 2: 1-12) The Power of the Holy Spirit As Bishop Paul joins us to lead a special service of confirmation at St Giles, he reflects on the power and the work of the Holy Spirit. He shares how the Spirit helps us to live in the freedom that Christ has brought us, and draws us closer to God each and every day. 
"For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God."  Romans 8:14

]]> As Bishop Paul joins us to lead a special service of confirmation at St Giles, he reflects on the power and the work of the Holy Spirit. He shares how the Spirit helps us to live in the freedom that Christ has brought us, and draws us closer to God each and every day. 
"For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God."  Romans 8:14

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15065733 Sun, 12 May 2024 18:00:00 +0100 1404 full false As Bishop Paul joins us to lead a special service of confirmation at St Giles, he reflects on the power and the work of the Holy Spirit. He shares how the Spirit helps us to live in the freedom that Christ has brought us, and draws us closer to God each and every day.  "For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God."  Romans 8:14 The Ascension Joanna reflects on the importance of the Ascension and why we celebrate it (Acts 1: 1-11).

]]> Joanna reflects on the importance of the Ascension and why we celebrate it (Acts 1: 1-11).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-15065718 Sun, 12 May 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1038 full false Joanna reflects on the importance of the Ascension and why we celebrate it (Acts 1: 1-11). Transformed by the Resurrection Looking at Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 15: 1-11 Joanna invites us to reflect on the truth of the resurrection and the eternal perspective that it gives us. As Paul was transformed by Christ, are we letting him transform us day by day?

]]> Looking at Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 15: 1-11 Joanna invites us to reflect on the truth of the resurrection and the eternal perspective that it gives us. As Paul was transformed by Christ, are we letting him transform us day by day?

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14931821 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1195 full false Looking at Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 15: 1-11 Joanna invites us to reflect on the truth of the resurrection and the eternal perspective that it gives us. As Paul was transformed by Christ, are we letting him transform us day by day? Living an Easter Life Joanna reflects on Luke 24: 36-49, when Jesus appears to the disciples and asks us to ask ourselves whether we are living a new normal in the light of the resurrection.

]]> Joanna reflects on Luke 24: 36-49, when Jesus appears to the disciples and asks us to ask ourselves whether we are living a new normal in the light of the resurrection.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14890179 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0100 1308 full false Joanna reflects on Luke 24: 36-49, when Jesus appears to the disciples and asks us to ask ourselves whether we are living a new normal in the light of the resurrection. Palm Sunday On Palm Sunday Emily Charkham reflects on Mark 11: 1-11 - Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as King.  As we begin our journey through Holy Week, she invites us to ponder, "do you know how much Jesus loves you?"

]]> On Palm Sunday Emily Charkham reflects on Mark 11: 1-11 - Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as King.  As we begin our journey through Holy Week, she invites us to ponder, "do you know how much Jesus loves you?"

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14761380 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1285 full false On Palm Sunday Emily Charkham reflects on Mark 11: 1-11 - Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as King.  As we begin our journey through Holy Week, she invites us to ponder, "do you know how much Jesus loves you?" Nehemiah's Prayer Simon Cartwright (Chief Officer at Transforming Notts Together) reflects upon Nehemiah, a man of action seeped in prayer (Nehemiah 1 - 2 v5).

]]> Simon Cartwright (Chief Officer at Transforming Notts Together) reflects upon Nehemiah, a man of action seeped in prayer (Nehemiah 1 - 2 v5).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14712569 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1409 full false Simon Cartwright (Chief Officer at Transforming Notts Together) reflects upon Nehemiah, a man of action seeped in prayer (Nehemiah 1 - 2 v5). Paul's Prayer This week we continue to look at the approaches of different people in the Bible to prayer. Che Seabourne considers Paul and his priority of prayer that revolves around Jesus (Ephesians 3:14-21). 

]]> This week we continue to look at the approaches of different people in the Bible to prayer. Che Seabourne considers Paul and his priority of prayer that revolves around Jesus (Ephesians 3:14-21). 

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14666906 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 672 full false This week we continue to look at the approaches of different people in the Bible to prayer. Che Seabourne considers Paul and his priority of prayer that revolves around Jesus (Ephesians 3:14-21).  Daniel's Prayer Continuing with our Lent series looking at different people praying in the Bible, Joanna asks us what we can learn from Daniel and how his habit of prayer equipped him to face whatever came his way (Daniel 6: 1-27).

]]> Continuing with our Lent series looking at different people praying in the Bible, Joanna asks us what we can learn from Daniel and how his habit of prayer equipped him to face whatever came his way (Daniel 6: 1-27).

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14622782 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1012 full false Continuing with our Lent series looking at different people praying in the Bible, Joanna asks us what we can learn from Daniel and how his habit of prayer equipped him to face whatever came his way (Daniel 6: 1-27). Hannah's Prayer In looking at 1 Samuel 1 and the rawness of Hannah's prayer Joanna encourages us to seek God and to be real before God in prayer.

]]> In looking at 1 Samuel 1 and the rawness of Hannah's prayer Joanna encourages us to seek God and to be real before God in prayer.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14585832 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1193 full false In looking at 1 Samuel 1 and the rawness of Hannah's prayer Joanna encourages us to seek God and to be real before God in prayer. The Transfiguration Looking at the story of the Transfiguration, seeking the presence of God.

]]> Looking at the story of the Transfiguration, seeking the presence of God.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14529795 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1161 full false Looking at the story of the Transfiguration, seeking the presence of God. Vision This week Joanna shares her vision for God's calling on St Giles.

]]> This week Joanna shares her vision for God's calling on St Giles.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14404734 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1709 full false This week Joanna shares her vision for God's calling on St Giles. Belonging Joanna speaks on the theme of Belonging and what it means to be called into a community of faith, to belong to St Giles.  She reflects on Mark 1:14-20, the calling of the first disciples.

]]> Joanna speaks on the theme of Belonging and what it means to be called into a community of faith, to belong to St Giles.  She reflects on Mark 1:14-20, the calling of the first disciples.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14352566 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1373 full false Joanna speaks on the theme of Belonging and what it means to be called into a community of faith, to belong to St Giles.  She reflects on Mark 1:14-20, the calling of the first disciples. Serving This week Joanna asks us to reflect on what being part of our community at St Giles means. Looking at John 13: 1-17, we consider what it means to serve, to meet the needs of those around us, according to our gifts and talents.

]]> This week Joanna asks us to reflect on what being part of our community at St Giles means. Looking at John 13: 1-17, we consider what it means to serve, to meet the needs of those around us, according to our gifts and talents.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-14318694 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000 1484 full false This week Joanna asks us to reflect on what being part of our community at St Giles means. Looking at John 13: 1-17, we consider what it means to serve, to meet the needs of those around us, according to our gifts and talents. Our Father Rev Kristine Mole reflects on Matthew 6: 5-15, where Jesus tells us how we should pray, and gives us the Lord's Prayer. Kristine encourages us to jump into the pool of refreshment that this prayer offers to us, to rest on a line of the Lord's Prayer.

]]> Rev Kristine Mole reflects on Matthew 6: 5-15, where Jesus tells us how we should pray, and gives us the Lord's Prayer. Kristine encourages us to jump into the pool of refreshment that this prayer offers to us, to rest on a line of the Lord's Prayer.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-13842488 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0100 1342 full false Rev Kristine Mole reflects on Matthew 6: 5-15, where Jesus tells us how we should pray, and gives us the Lord's Prayer. Kristine encourages us to jump into the pool of refreshment that this prayer offers to us, to rest on a line of the Lord's Prayer. Blessed by God in order to bless others Joanna invites us to consider the words of the apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 9: 6-15 - what has God given us and how does he want us to use it? She illustrates her message through the medium of homemade cake!

]]> Joanna invites us to consider the words of the apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 9: 6-15 - what has God given us and how does he want us to use it? She illustrates her message through the medium of homemade cake!

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-13807730 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0100 1436 full false Joanna invites us to consider the words of the apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 9: 6-15 - what has God given us and how does he want us to use it? She illustrates her message through the medium of homemade cake! Feeding the More Than 5000 On her first Sunday at St Giles, our new Rector Joanna looks at on one of the most well known stories of the bible. She reflects on harvest and a God who takes the little we can offer and abundantly magnifies it. She invites us to give thanks for God’s provision and to pray to know how he wants us to use the resources that he has gifted us with.

]]> On her first Sunday at St Giles, our new Rector Joanna looks at on one of the most well known stories of the bible. She reflects on harvest and a God who takes the little we can offer and abundantly magnifies it. She invites us to give thanks for God’s provision and to pray to know how he wants us to use the resources that he has gifted us with.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-13756708 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0100 1403 full false On her first Sunday at St Giles, our new Rector Joanna looks at on one of the most well known stories of the bible. She reflects on harvest and a God who takes the little we can offer and abundantly magnifies it. She invites us to give thanks for God’s provision and to pray to know how he wants us to use the resources that he has gifted us with. Sharing all that God has given us This week the Treasurer of St Giles, Chris, talks about the financial facts of church life and invites us to reflect on how God has called us to be stewards of all his gifts, including our money, and to share responsibly all that God has given us.

]]> This week the Treasurer of St Giles, Chris, talks about the financial facts of church life and invites us to reflect on how God has called us to be stewards of all his gifts, including our money, and to share responsibly all that God has given us.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-11350780 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100 1392 full false This week the Treasurer of St Giles, Chris, talks about the financial facts of church life and invites us to reflect on how God has called us to be stewards of all his gifts, including our money, and to share responsibly all that God has given us. Our Pledge to Christ On Sunday 11th September, in the shadow of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we are invited to consider her lifelong commitment to her duty and to her pledge to serve. We  reflect on how we can commit our lives, pledge our all, to Christ and his service.

]]> On Sunday 11th September, in the shadow of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we are invited to consider her lifelong commitment to her duty and to her pledge to serve. We  reflect on how we can commit our lives, pledge our all, to Christ and his service.

]]> Buzzsprout-11302671 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100 999 full false On Sunday 11th September, in the shadow of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we are invited to consider her lifelong commitment to her duty and to her pledge to serve. We  reflect on how we can commit our lives, pledge our all, to Christ and his service. Prayer and Giving In the latest of his talks on giving, Rev Christopher invites us to consider the importance of giving, as with all things that we are and have, being within the context of prayer.

]]> In the latest of his talks on giving, Rev Christopher invites us to consider the importance of giving, as with all things that we are and have, being within the context of prayer.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-11187994 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100 1540 full false In the latest of his talks on giving, Rev Christopher invites us to consider the importance of giving, as with all things that we are and have, being within the context of prayer. Our Treasure and Our Heart "Where your treasure is there will your heart be also." Matthew 6: 21 
In the next of his series of talks on the subject of giving, Rev Christopher Wheaton invites us to reflect on our attitude towards our money and what that reveals about our Christian discipleship, all framed by what Jesus says to us about money in the Bible.

]]> "Where your treasure is there will your heart be also." Matthew 6: 21 
In the next of his series of talks on the subject of giving, Rev Christopher Wheaton invites us to reflect on our attitude towards our money and what that reveals about our Christian discipleship, all framed by what Jesus says to us about money in the Bible.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-11148141 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100 1452 full false "Where your treasure is there will your heart be also." Matthew 6: 21  In the next of his series of talks on the subject of giving, Rev Christopher Wheaton invites us to reflect on our attitude towards our money and what that reveals about our Christian discipleship, all framed by what Jesus says to us about money in the Bible. Going Out Revd Peter Watkins helps us to consider what it means to be an outward looking church (Acts 4:32-35) and presents a biblical challenge for us all during the current Rector vacancy at St Giles: "they never stopped proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah".

]]> Revd Peter Watkins helps us to consider what it means to be an outward looking church (Acts 4:32-35) and presents a biblical challenge for us all during the current Rector vacancy at St Giles: "they never stopped proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah".

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-11029232 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100 1113 full false Revd Peter Watkins helps us to consider what it means to be an outward looking church (Acts 4:32-35) and presents a biblical challenge for us all during the current Rector vacancy at St Giles: "they never stopped proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah". Using our Gifts Last Sunday we welcomed Rev Craig Hunt, the Diocesan Director of Ordinands. He talked about 'every member ministry' and the responsibility that we all have during this time of Rector vacancy to discover and use our gifts here at St Giles.

]]> Last Sunday we welcomed Rev Craig Hunt, the Diocesan Director of Ordinands. He talked about 'every member ministry' and the responsibility that we all have during this time of Rector vacancy to discover and use our gifts here at St Giles.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-11009552 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100 1273 full false Last Sunday we welcomed Rev Craig Hunt, the Diocesan Director of Ordinands. He talked about 'every member ministry' and the responsibility that we all have during this time of Rector vacancy to discover and use our gifts here at St Giles. Biblical Principles of Giving "It is more blessed to give than to receive" Acts 20: 35.  Revd Christopher Wheaton invites us to reflect on the basic biblical principles for Christian giving.

]]> "It is more blessed to give than to receive" Acts 20: 35.  Revd Christopher Wheaton invites us to reflect on the basic biblical principles for Christian giving.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-10947297 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100 1594 full false "It is more blessed to give than to receive" Acts 20: 35.  Revd Christopher Wheaton invites us to reflect on the basic biblical principles for Christian giving. Psalm 23 - The Lord is My Shepherd Psalm 23 will be familiar to many, it begins 'The Lord is my Shepherd'. This is the final sermon of our Rector Rev Lee Proudlove before he left us and he encourages us to come afresh to the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep, and who's heart is gentle and lowly.

]]> Psalm 23 will be familiar to many, it begins 'The Lord is my Shepherd'. This is the final sermon of our Rector Rev Lee Proudlove before he left us and he encourages us to come afresh to the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep, and who's heart is gentle and lowly.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-10245026 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000 1671 full false Psalm 23 will be familiar to many, it begins 'The Lord is my Shepherd'. This is the final sermon of our Rector Rev Lee Proudlove before he left us and he encourages us to come afresh to the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep, and who's heart is gentle and lowly. Psalm 33 Psalm 33 encourages us to sing a new song. What does this mean? How do we sing the Lord's song when things around us seem to spinning out of control?

]]> Psalm 33 encourages us to sing a new song. What does this mean? How do we sing the Lord's song when things around us seem to spinning out of control?

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-10245035 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000 1808 full false Psalm 33 encourages us to sing a new song. What does this mean? How do we sing the Lord's song when things around us seem to spinning out of control? The Transfiguration Exploring the meaning of the Transfiguration in Luke chapter 9.

]]> Exploring the meaning of the Transfiguration in Luke chapter 9.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-10152626 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000 1382 full false Exploring the meaning of the Transfiguration in Luke chapter 9. Devoted to the Apostles Teaching What does it mean to be devoted to the teaching of the apostles as the early church was. Part of a new series looking at Acts 2:42 - 'They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.'.

]]> What does it mean to be devoted to the teaching of the apostles as the early church was. Part of a new series looking at Acts 2:42 - 'They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.'.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-10011005 Fri, 04 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1675 full false What does it mean to be devoted to the teaching of the apostles as the early church was. Part of a new series looking at Acts 2:42 - 'They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.'. The Baptism of Jesus Why was Jesus baptised?
We reflect on the answer in a sermon on Luke chapter 3.

]]> Why was Jesus baptised?
We reflect on the answer in a sermon on Luke chapter 3.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-9932377 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 18:00:00 +0000 1667 full false Why was Jesus baptised? We reflect on the answer in a sermon on Luke chapter 3. Rejoice in the Lord Sermon on Philippians 4:4-7 - Rejoice in the Lord always.
Theme for Gaudete Sunday.

]]> Sermon on Philippians 4:4-7 - Rejoice in the Lord always.
Theme for Gaudete Sunday.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-9932368 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 18:00:00 +0000 1223 full false Sermon on Philippians 4:4-7 - Rejoice in the Lord always. Theme for Gaudete Sunday. Unto us a Child is born. The first in our series of Advent sermons.
The bible passage is Isaiah 9:2-7, Unto us a child is born, a Son is given, and he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.

]]> The first in our series of Advent sermons.
The bible passage is Isaiah 9:2-7, Unto us a child is born, a Son is given, and he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-9632230 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 20:00:00 +0000 1518 full false The first in our series of Advent sermons. The bible passage is Isaiah 9:2-7, Unto us a child is born, a Son is given, and he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace. Christ the King What does it mean that Jesus is 'Christ the King'?
A sermon based on John 18:28-40 and Nehemiah 10.

]]> What does it mean that Jesus is 'Christ the King'?
A sermon based on John 18:28-40 and Nehemiah 10.

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-9632210 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 20:00:00 +0000 1461 full false What does it mean that Jesus is 'Christ the King'? A sermon based on John 18:28-40 and Nehemiah 10. Word for the Week Revelation 2:12 - 3:6 Recap of our sermon on Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum, Thyatira and Sardis.

]]> Recap of our sermon on Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum, Thyatira and Sardis.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-8801321 Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0100 1576 full false Recap of our sermon on Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum, Thyatira and Sardis. Word for the Week - Revelation 2:1-11 Readings and Reflection of Revelation 2, Jesus' message to the churches at Ephesus and Smyrna.

For more info on the Persecuted church visit - https://www.opendoorsuk.org/
Kerems Testimony is from - https://www.acts29.com/

]]> Readings and Reflection of Revelation 2, Jesus' message to the churches at Ephesus and Smyrna.

For more info on the Persecuted church visit - https://www.opendoorsuk.org/
Kerems Testimony is from - https://www.acts29.com/

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-8705973 Tue, 15 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0100 1482 full false Readings and Reflection of Revelation 2, Jesus' message to the churches at Ephesus and Smyrna. For more info on the Persecuted church visit - https://www.opendoorsuk.org/ Kerems Testimony is from - https://www.acts29.com/ Word for the Week - Revelation 1 We begin a new series at St Giles exploring the book of Revelation.
This episode includes a reading of Revelation 1 and a reflection upon the passage.

]]> We begin a new series at St Giles exploring the book of Revelation.
This episode includes a reading of Revelation 1 and a reflection upon the passage.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-8705543 Tue, 15 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0100 1637 full false We begin a new series at St Giles exploring the book of Revelation. This episode includes a reading of Revelation 1 and a reflection upon the passage. Morning Worship - 1st November A recording of our service streamed on the 1st November.
Our reading was Psalm 139.

]]> A recording of our service streamed on the 1st November.
Our reading was Psalm 139.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-6166525 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000 2939 full false A recording of our service streamed on the 1st November. Our reading was Psalm 139. 18th October Morning Worship Service Streamed from St Giles on the 18th October.

]]> Service Streamed from St Giles on the 18th October.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-6040369 Sat, 24 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0100 2781 full false Service Streamed from St Giles on the 18th October. Streamed 27th September Our Service at St Giles on the 27th September.
Our reading was Psalm 137.

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Our reading was Psalm 137.

]]> Buzzsprout-5745628 Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0100 3404 full false Our Service at St Giles on the 27th September. Our reading was Psalm 137. Streamed 4th October Our service streamed on the 4th October.
Our bible passage was Psalm 11.

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Our bible passage was Psalm 11.

]]> Buzzsprout-5745592 Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0100 2825 full false Our service streamed on the 4th October. Our bible passage was Psalm 11. Streamed 20th September 2020 The service from St Giles, streamed on the 20th September.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5654185 Tue, 29 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0100 2761 full false The service from St Giles, streamed on the 20th September. Streamed 13th September 2020 The service from St Giles, streamed on the 13th September.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5654167 Tue, 29 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0100 3066 full false The service from St Giles, streamed on the 13th September. Streamed 27th September The service Streamed from St Giles on the 27th September.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5654098 Tue, 29 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0100 3404 full false The service Streamed from St Giles on the 27th September. Streamed 6th September Service from St Giles streamed on the 6th September 2020.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5308291 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 18:00:00 +0100 2093 full false Service from St Giles streamed on the 6th September 2020. Streamed 30th August Our Morning Worship Service streamed from St Giles on the 30th August. Our Bible reading was Matthew 16:24-end and we considered what it means to take up your cross and follow Jesus.

]]> Our Morning Worship Service streamed from St Giles on the 30th August. Our Bible reading was Matthew 16:24-end and we considered what it means to take up your cross and follow Jesus.

]]> Buzzsprout-5264356 Wed, 02 Sep 2020 19:00:00 +0100 2761 full false Our Morning Worship Service streamed from St Giles on the 30th August. Our Bible reading was Matthew 16:24-end and we considered what it means to take up your cross and follow Jesus. Streamed 2nd August The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5157439 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0100 2225 full false The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles. Streamed 9th August The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5157433 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0100 1946 full false The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles. Streamed 16th August. The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5157418 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0100 2977 full false The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles. Streamed 23rd August The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles.

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]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-5157409 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0100 3369 full false The Sunday Morning service streamed from St Giles. Streamed Sunday 26th July This service was streamed on Sunday 19th July. Our Bible reading was Romans 8:26-30.

]]> This service was streamed on Sunday 19th July. Our Bible reading was Romans 8:26-30.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4732241 Mon, 27 Jul 2020 13:00:00 +0100 2794 full false This service was streamed on Sunday 19th July. Our Bible reading was Romans 8:26-30. Streamed Sunday 19th July This service was streamed on Sunday 19th July. Our Bible reading was Psalm 46.

]]> This service was streamed on Sunday 19th July. Our Bible reading was Psalm 46.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4615502 Mon, 20 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0100 3056 full false This service was streamed on Sunday 19th July. Our Bible reading was Psalm 46. Streamed 12th July A recording of our morning service streamed on the 12th July. Our bible reading was Luke 12:10-17.

]]> A recording of our morning service streamed on the 12th July. Our bible reading was Luke 12:10-17.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4547405 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 14:00:00 +0100 3274 full false A recording of our morning service streamed on the 12th July. Our bible reading was Luke 12:10-17. Streamed 5th July A recording of our Sunday morning streamed worship service. Our theme was a life honouring the Word of God.

]]> A recording of our Sunday morning streamed worship service. Our theme was a life honouring the Word of God.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4430321 Mon, 06 Jul 2020 13:00:00 +0100 2699 full false A recording of our Sunday morning streamed worship service. Our theme was a life honouring the Word of God. Streamed 28th June We consider the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke's Gospel and reflect on what a compassionate Christian life looks like.

]]> We consider the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke's Gospel and reflect on what a compassionate Christian life looks like.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4341992 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 21:00:00 +0100 2972 full false We consider the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke's Gospel and reflect on what a compassionate Christian life looks like. Streamed Sunday 21st June A recording of our Sunday Service streamed 21st June. We are thinking about a Spirit led life and there is some Fathers day fun too.

]]> A recording of our Sunday Service streamed 21st June. We are thinking about a Spirit led life and there is some Fathers day fun too.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4248830 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 16:00:00 +0100 2773 full false A recording of our Sunday Service streamed 21st June. We are thinking about a Spirit led life and there is some Fathers day fun too. Streamed 14th June 2020 A recording of our Sunday Morning Service streamed on the 14th June. We consider what it means to lice a Holy Life.

]]> A recording of our Sunday Morning Service streamed on the 14th June. We consider what it means to lice a Holy Life.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4248827 Sat, 20 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0100 3304 full false A recording of our Sunday Morning Service streamed on the 14th June. We consider what it means to lice a Holy Life. Streamed 7th June 2020 We begin a new series this week thinking about a balanced Christian life, the focus this week in on prayer, our reading is from Matthew 26:36ff

]]> We begin a new series this week thinking about a balanced Christian life, the focus this week in on prayer, our reading is from Matthew 26:36ff

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-4086092 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0100 3409 full false We begin a new series this week thinking about a balanced Christian life, the focus this week in on prayer, our reading is from Matthew 26:36ff Streamed 31st May - Pentecost Sunday We hear again the importance of being filled afresh with the Holy Spirit, from Acts 2.

]]> We hear again the importance of being filled afresh with the Holy Spirit, from Acts 2.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3975182 Mon, 01 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0100 2926 full false We hear again the importance of being filled afresh with the Holy Spirit, from Acts 2. Streamed 24th May - Formed and Transformed by the Holy Spirit Our Moring Worship service from Sunday 24th May, our reading was Acts 1:1-11 and we considered the tranforming work of the Holy Spirit.

]]> Our Moring Worship service from Sunday 24th May, our reading was Acts 1:1-11 and we considered the tranforming work of the Holy Spirit.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3893165 Sun, 24 May 2020 14:00:00 +0100 2491 full false Our Moring Worship service from Sunday 24th May, our reading was Acts 1:1-11 and we considered the tranforming work of the Holy Spirit. Streamed 17th May - Another Counsellor Our theme is taken from John 15 where Jesus promises another counsellor will come after him. The Holy Spirit.

]]> Our theme is taken from John 15 where Jesus promises another counsellor will come after him. The Holy Spirit.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3798605 Sun, 17 May 2020 21:00:00 +0100 2852 full false Our theme is taken from John 15 where Jesus promises another counsellor will come after him. The Holy Spirit. Streamed 10th May - The Great Commission Worship from St Giles. Our theme was the Great Commission and our reading was Matthew 28 v 15 to the end.

]]> Worship from St Giles. Our theme was the Great Commission and our reading was Matthew 28 v 15 to the end.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3715403 Mon, 11 May 2020 20:00:00 +0100 2882 full false Worship from St Giles. Our theme was the Great Commission and our reading was Matthew 28 v 15 to the end. Streamed 3rd May - Jesus reinstates Peter Audio from our streamed Sunday Service on the 3rd May. Our Bible reading is John 21, the story of Peter being reconciled to Jesus. You can view the service on YouTube.

]]> Audio from our streamed Sunday Service on the 3rd May. Our Bible reading is John 21, the story of Peter being reconciled to Jesus. You can view the service on YouTube.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3599110 Sun, 03 May 2020 12:00:00 +0100 2352 full false Audio from our streamed Sunday Service on the 3rd May. Our Bible reading is John 21, the story of Peter being reconciled to Jesus. You can view the service on YouTube. Streamed 26th April - Jesus on the Emmaus Road Audio from our Sunday Service streamed from St Giles on 26th April 2020. You can watch the service in full here. Our reading was Luke 24:13-35, Jesus meets the disciples on the Emmaus Rd.

]]> Audio from our Sunday Service streamed from St Giles on 26th April 2020. You can watch the service in full here. Our reading was Luke 24:13-35, Jesus meets the disciples on the Emmaus Rd.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3507694 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0100 3203 full false Audio from our Sunday Service streamed from St Giles on 26th April 2020. You can watch the service in full here. Our reading was Luke 24:13-35, Jesus meets the disciples on the Emmaus Rd. Streamed Sunday 19th April - Jesus meets Thomas This is a full recording of the service that was streamed by St Giles on Sunday 19th April 2020. We worshipped together and looked at John 20:19-30, Jesus appearing to the disciples.

You can watch a Youtube video of the service here.

]]> This is a full recording of the service that was streamed by St Giles on Sunday 19th April 2020. We worshipped together and looked at John 20:19-30, Jesus appearing to the disciples.

You can watch a Youtube video of the service here.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3402763 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0100 3132 full false This is a full recording of the service that was streamed by St Giles on Sunday 19th April 2020. We worshipped together and looked at John 20:19-30, Jesus appearing to the disciples. You can watch a Youtube video of the service here. Easter Sunday Worship A first for St Giles, our Easter Sunday Service was streamed from homes, you can listen here or watch on YouTube.

]]> A first for St Giles, our Easter Sunday Service was streamed from homes, you can listen here or watch on YouTube.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3331009 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0100 2629 full false A first for St Giles, our Easter Sunday Service was streamed from homes, you can listen here or watch on YouTube. News for Easter Sunday Details of what is happening for Easter Sunday

We are streaming! Join us at https://stgiles.online.church  at 10am

]]> Details of what is happening for Easter Sunday

We are streaming! Join us at https://stgiles.online.church  at 10am

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3302005 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 17:00:00 +0100 45 full false Details of what is happening for Easter Sunday We are streaming! Join us at https://stgiles.online.church  at 10am St Giles Online 5/4/20 - Episode 3 You can download words for the songs here

It's Palm Sunday and we are celebrating online with worship and prayer. Our bible reading is Matthew 21:1-17. We have an interview with Rich Miller a teacher from St Giles and all the usual chat too.

]]> You can download words for the songs here

It's Palm Sunday and we are celebrating online with worship and prayer. Our bible reading is Matthew 21:1-17. We have an interview with Rich Miller a teacher from St Giles and all the usual chat too.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3229963 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0100 2813 full false You can download words for the songs here It's Palm Sunday and we are celebrating online with worship and prayer. Our bible reading is Matthew 21:1-17. We have an interview with Rich Miller a teacher from St Giles and all the usual chat too. St Giles Online 29/3/20 - Episode 2 Welcome to St Giles Online - the weekly Sunday morning Podcast from St Giles.
This week we are thinking about Jesus' words in Matthew 11, here he invites us to take up his yoke and walk with him.
There is the usual mix of worship, chat and prayer too.
To follow up with Natasha - natasha@impactpeopleandchange.co.uk

You can download words for the songs here

Tweet us at @stgilesparish.com #stgilesonline

]]> Welcome to St Giles Online - the weekly Sunday morning Podcast from St Giles.
This week we are thinking about Jesus' words in Matthew 11, here he invites us to take up his yoke and walk with him.
There is the usual mix of worship, chat and prayer too.
To follow up with Natasha - natasha@impactpeopleandchange.co.uk

You can download words for the songs here

Tweet us at @stgilesparish.com #stgilesonline

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3151786 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0100 2907 full false Welcome to St Giles Online - the weekly Sunday morning Podcast from St Giles. This week we are thinking about Jesus' words in Matthew 11, here he invites us to take up his yoke and walk with him. There is the usual mix of worship, chat and prayer too. To follow up with Natasha - natasha@impactpeopleandchange.co.uk You can download words for the songs here Tweet us at @stgilesparish.com #stgilesonline St Giles Online 22/3/20 - Episode 1 Welcome to our first official episode of St Giles Online, our new weekly church podcast. A mix of prayer, worship and words of encouragement - guaranteed 100% Coronavirus free!

]]> Welcome to our first official episode of St Giles Online, our new weekly church podcast. A mix of prayer, worship and words of encouragement - guaranteed 100% Coronavirus free!

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3074617 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000 2489 full false Welcome to our first official episode of St Giles Online, our new weekly church podcast. A mix of prayer, worship and words of encouragement - guaranteed 100% Coronavirus free! St Giles Online - Sneak Preview Beginning on the 22nd March we will be uploading a new weekly podcast from St Giles. A mix of prayer, worship and encouragement it will be a way for us to keep in touch.

New episodes will go live every Sunday at 10am - spread the word!

]]> Beginning on the 22nd March we will be uploading a new weekly podcast from St Giles. A mix of prayer, worship and encouragement it will be a way for us to keep in touch.

New episodes will go live every Sunday at 10am - spread the word!

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-3057442 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 16:00:00 +0000 58 full false Beginning on the 22nd March we will be uploading a new weekly podcast from St Giles. A mix of prayer, worship and encouragement it will be a way for us to keep in touch. New episodes will go live every Sunday at 10am - spread the word! Encouraging One Another In his final sermon at St Giles, Tim reflects on 1 Thessalonians 5 - be joyful always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances - considering how we can encourage one another to do this

]]> In his final sermon at St Giles, Tim reflects on 1 Thessalonians 5 - be joyful always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances - considering how we can encourage one another to do this

]]> Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-3023149 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000 1464 full false In his final sermon at St Giles, Tim reflects on 1 Thessalonians 5 - be joyful always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances - considering how we can encourage one another to do this You must be born again - Jesus and Nicodemus A look at Jesus' encounter with Nicodemus in John chapter 3. What does it mean for him and us to be born again?

]]> A look at Jesus' encounter with Nicodemus in John chapter 3. What does it mean for him and us to be born again?

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-2957902 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000 1928 full false A look at Jesus' encounter with Nicodemus in John chapter 3. What does it mean for him and us to be born again? Battling in Prayer Tim speaks about how we can pray in the context of spiritual warfare

]]> Tim speaks about how we can pray in the context of spiritual warfare

]]> Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-2754859 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1843 full false Tim speaks about how we can pray in the context of spiritual warfare A Cry of the Heart This morning Katie guides us through the idea that prayer, at its essence, is a cry from the heart.

]]> This morning Katie guides us through the idea that prayer, at its essence, is a cry from the heart.

]]> Katie Conley Buzzsprout-2723839 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000 1207 full false This morning Katie guides us through the idea that prayer, at its essence, is a cry from the heart. Listening to God Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-2533267 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000 1461 full false Persevering in Prayer Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-2470277 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000 2089 full false January All-Age Service: Moses and the Burning Bush Ellen Dann Buzzsprout-2428685 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000 458 full false Christmas Day - Jesus and Caesar Augustus Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-2428670 Wed, 25 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000 431 full false Sex, Gender and Identity - (talk 4) The final talk in Ian Paul's series reflecting on the questions current debates around sex, gender and identity pose for the church.

]]> The final talk in Ian Paul's series reflecting on the questions current debates around sex, gender and identity pose for the church.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-2108061 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1413 full false The final talk in Ian Paul's series reflecting on the questions current debates around sex, gender and identity pose for the church. Same Sex Attraction Revisited - (talk 3) Ian revisited the topic of a Christian response to those who are Same Sex attracted looking at some of the 'big picture' questions.

]]> Ian revisited the topic of a Christian response to those who are Same Sex attracted looking at some of the 'big picture' questions.

]]> Rev Dr Ian Paul Buzzsprout-2108049 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1454 full false Ian revisited the topic of a Christian response to those who are Same Sex attracted looking at some of the 'big picture' questions. Church as Family Rev'd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-2117427 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1036 full false Same Sex Attraction & Scripture (talk 2) The second of 3 talks by Rev Dr Ian Paul. Here Ian considers the biblical texts commonly refereed to in the debate about Christianity and homosexuality, he draws lessons from the church from these.

]]> The second of 3 talks by Rev Dr Ian Paul. Here Ian considers the biblical texts commonly refereed to in the debate about Christianity and homosexuality, he draws lessons from the church from these.

]]> Rev Dr Ian Paul Buzzsprout-2048766 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 17:00:00 +0000 2836 full false The second of 3 talks by Rev Dr Ian Paul. Here Ian considers the biblical texts commonly refereed to in the debate about Christianity and homosexuality, he draws lessons from the church from these. Do not Be Afraid, for I am with You Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-2117505 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 1773 full false 8 Affirmations (talk 1) The first in a series of three talks on Faith, Sexuality and Gender by Rev Dr Ian Paul. Here he outlines 8 affirmations that Christians can make about the nature of sex, gender and identity providing a framework for the discussions which will follow.

]]> The first in a series of three talks on Faith, Sexuality and Gender by Rev Dr Ian Paul. Here he outlines 8 affirmations that Christians can make about the nature of sex, gender and identity providing a framework for the discussions which will follow.

]]> St Giles Church Buzzsprout-2031162 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 16:00:00 +0000 3460 full false The first in a series of three talks on Faith, Sexuality and Gender by Rev Dr Ian Paul. Here he outlines 8 affirmations that Christians can make about the nature of sex, gender and identity providing a framework for the discussions which will follow. Bible Sunday Tim preaches on Bible Sunday, looking at Psalm 119, verses 129-136

]]> Tim preaches on Bible Sunday, looking at Psalm 119, verses 129-136

]]> Rev'd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1975102 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 18:00:00 +0000 2266 full false Tim preaches on Bible Sunday, looking at Psalm 119, verses 129-136 Persisting in Prayer Tim explores the relationship between faith, prayer and justice, looking at the Parable of the Persistent Widow in Luke 18:1-8.

]]> Tim explores the relationship between faith, prayer and justice, looking at the Parable of the Persistent Widow in Luke 18:1-8.

]]> Rev'd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1897520 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 15:00:00 +0100 1498 full false Tim explores the relationship between faith, prayer and justice, looking at the Parable of the Persistent Widow in Luke 18:1-8. Let us not give up Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1864027 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0100 1870 full false Whoever you are Sally Proudlove Buzzsprout-1796377 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 05:00:00 +0100 1839 full false Whatever you do Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1759612 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:00:00 +0100 1682 full false Wherever you are Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1715020 Sun, 15 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0100 1477 full false All the Difference in the World Lee kicks off our sermon series based on the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC) 'Frontline Sundays' series

]]> Lee kicks off our sermon series based on the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC) 'Frontline Sundays' series

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1685158 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 13:00:00 +0100 2095 full false Lee kicks off our sermon series based on the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC) 'Frontline Sundays' series Jesus Is Lord (Romans 10) Rev Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-1598233 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0100 1329 full false Trust in the Lord, and lean not on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:1-10) Lee shares with us his thoughts on Proverbs 3:1-10; on placing our trust in God throughout the whole of our lives.

]]> Lee shares with us his thoughts on Proverbs 3:1-10; on placing our trust in God throughout the whole of our lives.

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1575160 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0100 1905 full false Lee shares with us his thoughts on Proverbs 3:1-10; on placing our trust in God throughout the whole of our lives. Four Gospel Emphases from Methodism Rev Andrew Barker Buzzsprout-1543744 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0100 940 full false Mission Trip to Uganda (Romans 5: 1-5) Natasha Chadwick Buzzsprout-1516288 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 14:00:00 +0100 1809 full false Called to Bless (Genesis 12: 1-9) Katie Conley Buzzsprout-1516267 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0100 1290 full false The Wise and Foolish Builders (Matthew 7: 24-27) Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1516249 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0100 771 full false The Good Samaritan (Luke 10: 25-37) Alison Place Buzzsprout-1516240 Sun, 14 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0100 1330 full false Hearing God's Call Rev Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-1357585 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 13:00:00 +0100 1746 full false Jesus the one who restores Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1357549 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 13:00:00 +0100 1775 full false Pentecost Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1264436 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 12:00:00 +0100 1872 full false The Glory of the Cross Rev'd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1202537 Sun, 26 May 2019 11:00:00 +0100 904 full false The Normality of Healing Rev'd Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1202618 Sun, 19 May 2019 12:00:00 +0100 1789 full false Jesus, The Good Shepherd Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1202747 Sun, 12 May 2019 13:00:00 +0100 1846 full false You Can Always Depend on God Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-1202864 Sun, 05 May 2019 14:00:00 +0100 997 full false Who Is Jesus to You? Rev'd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1041982 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0100 1338 full false The Motherly Love of God Rev'd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1027125 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 05:00:00 +0100 1155 full false The Church as the family of God Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-1012457 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000 1293 full false Spiritual Milestones Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-999245 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000 2035 full false A faith worth passing on Encouragement from John 15 v 1-11, how do we abide in Christ that we might have a faith worth passing on to our children?

]]> Encouragement from John 15 v 1-11, how do we abide in Christ that we might have a faith worth passing on to our children?

]]> Katie Conley Buzzsprout-988385 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 05:00:00 +0000 1651 full false Encouragement from John 15 v 1-11, how do we abide in Christ that we might have a faith worth passing on to our children? Planted by Streams of Water Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-975557 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000 2083 full false Praying with Your Children Ellen Dann Buzzsprout-954117 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000 1236 full false Prayer - Listening and Acting Lessons from Ephesians Chapter 6 10-18 on the importance of listening to God, testing what we feel he is saying and then acting on his direction.

]]> Lessons from Ephesians Chapter 6 10-18 on the importance of listening to God, testing what we feel he is saying and then acting on his direction.

]]> Rev Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-936674 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000 1938 full false Lessons from Ephesians Chapter 6 10-18 on the importance of listening to God, testing what we feel he is saying and then acting on his direction. Prayer: Lord, Teach Us to Pray Lee shares five apps that he personally uses to help in his prayer life, as practical suggestions as to how we can improve ours.

]]> Lee shares five apps that he personally uses to help in his prayer life, as practical suggestions as to how we can improve ours.

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-926209 Sun, 20 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000 1705 full false Lee shares five apps that he personally uses to help in his prayer life, as practical suggestions as to how we can improve ours. Prayer: Adoration and Confession Rev. Tim Chambers starts a short sermon series looking at prayer, this week considering adoration and confession.

]]> Rev. Tim Chambers starts a short sermon series looking at prayer, this week considering adoration and confession.

]]> Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-923688 Sun, 13 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000 1832 full false Rev. Tim Chambers starts a short sermon series looking at prayer, this week considering adoration and confession. Myth-busting Epiphany Andy, our Youth Worker, de-bunks some of the myths and misconceptions that have grown up around the Nativity and Epiphany, getting to the heart of the story of Jesus's birth and first days.

]]> Andy, our Youth Worker, de-bunks some of the myths and misconceptions that have grown up around the Nativity and Epiphany, getting to the heart of the story of Jesus's birth and first days.

]]> Andy Wright Buzzsprout-913032 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000 750 full false Andy, our Youth Worker, de-bunks some of the myths and misconceptions that have grown up around the Nativity and Epiphany, getting to the heart of the story of Jesus's birth and first days. Gift and Sacrifice Tim looks at the stories of Hannah and Samuel (1 Samuel 2, vv18-20 and 26), and Mary and Jesus (Matthew 6, vv25-34), thinking both of God's gifts to us, and the sacrifices that we are called to make for Him. 

]]> Tim looks at the stories of Hannah and Samuel (1 Samuel 2, vv18-20 and 26), and Mary and Jesus (Matthew 6, vv25-34), thinking both of God's gifts to us, and the sacrifices that we are called to make for Him. 

]]> Rev'd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-913019 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1122 full false Tim looks at the stories of Hannah and Samuel (1 Samuel 2, vv18-20 and 26), and Mary and Jesus (Matthew 6, vv25-34), thinking both of God's gifts to us, and the sacrifices that we are called to make for Him.  The Humanity of God Jesus reveal the humanity of God. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Talk from St Giles Christmas Carol Service.

]]> Jesus reveal the humanity of God. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Talk from St Giles Christmas Carol Service.

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-892152 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 21:00:00 +0000 639 full false Jesus reveal the humanity of God. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Talk from St Giles Christmas Carol Service. John the Baptist - Repentance John came before Jesus preaching a message of repentance. Lessons from Luke chapter 3

]]> John came before Jesus preaching a message of repentance. Lessons from Luke chapter 3

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-889729 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1546 full false John came before Jesus preaching a message of repentance. Lessons from Luke chapter 3 King of Kings Jesus is the King of Kings, his Kingship is contrasted with that of Ceasar.

]]> Jesus is the King of Kings, his Kingship is contrasted with that of Ceasar.

]]> Rev Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-889726 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1591 full false Jesus is the King of Kings, his Kingship is contrasted with that of Ceasar. A great high Priest We have a great high priest in Jesus Christ. Here his High Priesthood is compared with that of the Ceasar's the Roman Emperor. Hebrews 4 v 14-16

]]> We have a great high priest in Jesus Christ. Here his High Priesthood is compared with that of the Ceasar's the Roman Emperor. Hebrews 4 v 14-16

]]> Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-871285 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000 939 full false We have a great high priest in Jesus Christ. Here his High Priesthood is compared with that of the Ceasar's the Roman Emperor. Hebrews 4 v 14-16 Generous God, Generous Giving - Giving as an Expression of Love Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-845567 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000 1533 full false Generous God, Generous Giving - Investing in Ministry The second in our stewardship series. Giving to St Giles is an investment in the ministry of St Giles, an investment in the Kingdom of God.

]]> The second in our stewardship series. Giving to St Giles is an investment in the ministry of St Giles, an investment in the Kingdom of God.

]]> Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-835473 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1600 full false The second in our stewardship series. Giving to St Giles is an investment in the ministry of St Giles, an investment in the Kingdom of God. Generous God, Generous Giving - A diocesan perspective Ven Sarah Clarke Archdeacon of Nottingham shares a diocesan and personal perspective upon giving, including her testimony of learning about giving as a young Christian. Ref Ephesians 2 v 11-18.

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]]> Ven Sarah Clarke Buzzsprout-829969 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 05:00:00 +0100 2166 full false Ven Sarah Clarke Archdeacon of Nottingham shares a diocesan and personal perspective upon giving, including her testimony of learning about giving as a young Christian. Ref Ephesians 2 v 11-18. Jesus and the blind man Nick Thorley Buzzsprout-816749 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1535 full false A reflection upon Jesus encounter with a blind man and the impact this should have upon how we as a church respond to social need. This talk was given by Nick Thorley of Christian Aid who is himself blind. Jesus and the Leper Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-807865 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1357 full false Lessons on the grace of God as seen in Jesus encounter with the Leper in Matthews gospel - Matthew 8 v 1-4 A house built on rock Revd. Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-801756 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1940 full false Jesus encourages us to build our loves on the rock of his words. Why and how? Lessons from Matthew 7 Jesus the Bread of Life Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-788688 Sun, 26 Aug 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1212 full false Jesus calls himself the Bread of Life. What did he mean by this, and what are the implications. A sermon based upon John 6 v 25-40 Sabbatical Reflections Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-779552 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 05:00:00 +0100 2451 full false Rev Lee Proudlove our vicar reflects on his experience of taking a three month sabbatical from parish ministry. Thuis included two retreats at Catholic monasteries and study on the topic of church revitalisation. John 10: Jesus's Claim, Commitment and Challenge Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-773549 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1239 full false We Are Having a Party! Rev Andrew Barker Buzzsprout-770320 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1218 full false Holiness: Wrestling and Resting Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-765204 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1047 full false Holiness: An Eternal Perspective Rev Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-758695 Sun, 22 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1682 full false Holiness: Grace is what really matters Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-752752 Sun, 15 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1298 full false Seeing God and Being Seen by Him Jonathan Mole Buzzsprout-747495 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1260 full false Youth Service: Saying "Yes" to Jesus St Giles Youth Buzzsprout-758902 Sun, 01 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +0100 789 full false Holiness: Holiness as a Journey Rachel White Buzzsprout-742040 Sun, 01 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1464 full false Holiness: The Holiness of the Church Katie Conley Buzzsprout-736269 Sun, 24 Jun 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1148 full false Holiness: Through the Spirit in us Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-729608 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 05:00:00 +0100 717 full false Holiness: Defined Through Christ Rev Andrew Barker Buzzsprout-724207 Mon, 11 Jun 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1721 full false Holiness: The Holiness of God Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-718574 Mon, 04 Jun 2018 05:00:00 +0100 790 full false Anointed by the Spirit Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-708825 Sun, 20 May 2018 05:00:00 +0100 987 full false Chosen and Kept Canon Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-703865 Sun, 13 May 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1764 full false God's Love For All Revd. Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-700066 Sun, 06 May 2018 05:00:00 +0100 908 full false St. Giles' Vision and Values in Christ Revd. Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-693497 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 05:00:00 +0100 2028 full false What kind of King? Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-673082 Sun, 25 Mar 2018 05:00:00 +0100 1262 palm sunday, messiah, Mark 11 full false A sermon for Palm Sunday - Jesus riding into Jerusalem on a donkey, from Mark's gospel chapter 11 v 1-11 The God who shepherds Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-659501 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1664 Psalm 23, shepherd, psalms full false God is committed to shepherding His people, providing for, protecting and blessing. Wisdom and encouragement from Psalm 23. A Church that builds bridges Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-659500 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1551 ministry, service, evangelism full false We reflect upon how as a church we can build bridges into the community and make the most of every opportunity. A Church where everyone belongs and has a ministry Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-659499 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1726 belonging, ministry, gifts full false Our vision is for St Giles to be a church where our members truly belong and excercise their ministries in teams. A Church that invests in Children and Young People Ellen Dann & Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-644763 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1688 children, youth, mission, vision, values full false Our vicar Lee and Families worker Ellen share why and how St Giles has a vision to be a church that invests in children and young people. A Resourcing Church - Wider (2) Rt Rev Paul Williams Buzzsprout-644761 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 05:00:00 +0000 658 full false Second talk of an All Age Service where Bishop Paul shares his vision for St Giles as a Resource Church growing Wider. A Resourcing Church - Younger (1) Rt Rev Paul Williams Buzzsprout-644759 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 05:00:00 +0000 891 full false Our diocesan Bishop Rt Rev Paul Williams shares with St Giles his vision of us as a church growing Younger. First talk from an All Age Service. A church that honours different ways of worshipping Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-633555 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1297 worship, Jesus, glory full false Continuing in our theme of the vision of values of St Giles we consider worship. As a church we value different ways of worshipping. In this talk we consider why we worship and what is important about our worship. 2 Chronicles 5. A church that puts first things first Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-630606 Sun, 21 Jan 2018 05:00:00 +0000 1272 full false Continuing our series on the vision and values of St Giles we come to the first value. First things first. As a church we seek to be rooted in Scripture and focussed upon Christ. Our bible passage for the day is John 2 v 1-11 A vision of Christ for the New Year Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-616911 Sun, 31 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1041 full false Inspiration from John's vision of Jesus in Revelation Chapter 1. Here is Jesus in all his glory, wearing the robes of a high priest, with eyes blazing fire. A vision to carry us into the New Year. Carols by Candlelight Sermon Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-611880 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000 371 christmas, carols, paddington full false Words of encouragement from our Carols by Candlelight service. John's Testimony Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-611184 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1283 John the Baptist, John 1, advent, testimony full false Learning form the testimony of John the Baptist - a voice crying in the wilderness. The bible reading is John 1 v 6-8, 19-28 Isaiah's Testimony Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-609386 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1445 advent, hope, Isaiah full false Encouragement in this season of Advent from Isaiah 40 v 1-11 Christ the King Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-607120 Sun, 26 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1671 advent, Christ the King, Judgement, Matthew 25 full false Jesus talked of the 'Son of Man' coming to seperate the sheep form the goats. What does this mean for us? Who are you? Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-594211 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1535 mission, disciple, evangelism full false Thinking through 3 image in the New Testament as to what it means to be a part of the church as a disciple on a mission. God calls his people Ambassadors, Children of God, a Kingdom of Priests. Eating Together Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-592725 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 04:00:00 +0000 1011 Mission, Eating, Zacchaeus, discipleship full false Eating together with believers and unbelievers marked the life of both Jesus and the early church. It should be a feature of Christians today who are seeking to live a life of Missional discipleship. Lessons from Luke 19 v 1-10 Calling Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-587327 Sun, 29 Oct 2017 04:00:00 +0000 1062 calling, ephesians, mission full false Looking at the 5 callings in Ephesians 4 and asking God to help us to step out into our own unique calling from these. Receiving and giving Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-580842 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1069 Holy Spirit, gift, samaritan, John 4 full false Jesus's promise to all who trust in him is that they will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit - streams of living water flowing from within. He also encourages thsoe who have received freely to give. Lessons from John 4 Generosity Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-575953 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1898 generosity, evangelism, timothy, grace, mission full false We love a generous God, and he has made a difference in our lives. How can we reflect this generosity by making a difference in the lives of others? Encouragement from 1 Timothy 6 v 12-19 A ripe harvest Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-572109 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1210 evangelism, witness, harvest full false Encouragement from Matthew 9 v 35-38. Jesus turns our eyes to the harvest, we need to approach our task of evangelism with compassion, vulnerability and confidence. Everyone's called to Mission Sally Proudlove Buzzsprout-572014 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 05:00:00 +0100 2402 faith, evangelism, Luke full false Practical lessons in sharing your faith from Luke 10 v 1-11, the harvest is plentiful and God calls us to discernment and vulnerability. What's the story? Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-563935 Sun, 10 Sep 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1496 mission, Luke, gospel, good news full false We begin a new series looking at what it means to be disciples on a mission. What is the story God has given us to share? Lessons from Luke 24 v 36-49 Spiritual Friendship Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-563939 Sun, 27 Aug 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1350 Friendship, John 15, Ruth full false Lessons from the book of Ruth on what a true friend is, and from John 15 describing friendship with God. Sing a new song Rev Andrew Barker Buzzsprout-563943 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1712 Psalm 96, Chronicles full false Lessons from 1 Chronicles 16 v 1-24 and Psalm 96 Good News for all Rev Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-563945 Sun, 06 Aug 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1712 Acts 10, Peter's vision, Good news full false The final episode in our series from Acts - inspiration from Peter's vision - Acts 10 v 1-23 Good News Clarified Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-542263 Sun, 23 Jul 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1500 Acts 115. good news, gospel, law, grace full false The good news for Jews and Gentiles is clarified in Acts 15. What lessons does this hold for us today? Good news for Saul Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-542259 Sun, 16 Jul 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1614 Saul, conversion, Acts full false God can melt even the hardest hearts. Encouragement from Acts 9 v 1-11 Good news for the Ethiopian Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-542249 Sun, 09 Jul 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1773 philip, ethiopian, evengelist, good news full false Philip is led to an encounter with an Ethiopian court official which leads to him discovering Christ. Encouragement for us as we seek to share our faith. Good News for All Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-532839 Sun, 25 Jun 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1496 Acts, evangelism, Peter, John, Sanhedrin full false Peter and John, called to give an account of their preaching and faith in Christ before the Sanhedrin. Lessons in evangelism for the church today. Healing for the Broken Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-528183 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1813 healing, gospel, good news full false There is power in the gospel for healing and salvation, good news in Acts 3 v 1-16. Hands at Work Graham Rooke Buzzsprout-528182 Sun, 11 Jun 2017 05:00:00 +0100 2061 hands at work, social action, gospel full false Presentation about a forthcoming St Giles Mission Trip to Zambia. Jesus the Way, the Truth and the Life Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-514831 Sun, 14 May 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1514 Jesus, the way, the truth, the life, John 14 full false Considering the incredible claims of Jesus the He and He alone is the Way, the Truth and the Life, from John 14 v 1-7 The Road to Emmaus Rev Peter Watkins Buzzsprout-514830 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1429 resurrection, luke 24, emmaus full false 2 disciples discover Jesus in their midst, words of encouragement from Luke 24 v 13-35. Jesus and Thomas Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-505030 Sun, 23 Apr 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1489 resurrection, Thomas, John 20, doubt, belief full false We might believe in the resurrection but it make no difference tumour lives today, but it should make all the difference. Lessons from Jesus meeting Thomas in John 20 v 19 to the end. Palm Sunday Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-500893 Sun, 09 Apr 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1254 Palm Sunday, Matthew 21 full false A very different king rides into Jerusalem. A message for Palm Sunday from Matthew 21 v 1-11 News of the promised land Graham Rooke Buzzsprout-500891 Sun, 02 Apr 2017 05:00:00 +0100 1139 joshua, caleb, numbers 13 full false Inspiration from Numbers 13, where Joshua and Caleb bring news of hope and challenge from the promised land. Whole Life Worship Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-491897 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 04:00:00 +0000 1634 psalm 18, discipleship, worship full false An encouragement to offer the whole of life in worship in response to God for all the Jesus has done for us. Reflections from Psalm 18 Whole Life Hope Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-491896 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 05:00:00 +0000 2039 Johns Gospel, discipleship, hope full false Following Jesus offers hope for every area of life, and at it's heart discipleship is about 'abiding in Christ'. Lessons from John 15 v 1-8 where Jesus reminds his followers "Without me you can do nothing". Whole Life Fruitfulness Rev Andrew Barker Buzzsprout-482883 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1286 fruit of the spirit, fruitfulness, discipleship full false A life of discipleship is a life which evidences the fruit of God's Spirit in our life. How do we cultivate this fruit and live a life of fruitfulness for Christ? Reflections from Galatians chapter 5. Whole Life Purpose Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-482881 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1971 purpose, discipleship, jeremiah full false The call to follow Christ is a call to a life of purpose. We explore this with Jeremiah's words from chapter 29 - 'for I know the plans I have for you, plans to give you a hope and a future'. Wisdom for Whole life Discipleship Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-477085 Sun, 12 Feb 2017 05:00:00 +0000 2020 wisdom, discipleship, proverbs 31 full false To live a pattern of whole life discipleship requires wisdom. We find this in the scriptures. Who does God inspire us to live a life that will show his blessing and prosper? Lessons from Proverbs 31 where we discover a woman who is the embodiment of wisdom. Whole Life Gospel Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-470195 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1421 discipleship, whole life Gospel, Colossians full false The first in a sermon series exploring whole life discipleship. What does it mean to commit to being a disciple of Christ in the 21st Century? Our reading is Colossians 1 v 15-23 and we explore what it means for us to be made through Christ and for Christ. United in Christ Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-470194 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1702 unity, ecumenism, corinthians full false Exploring what it means to be 'One in Christ', a sermon for the week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The reading for this sermon was 2 Corinthians 5 v 14-20. Behold the Lamb of God Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-470192 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 05:00:00 +0000 1062 Lamb of God, Jesus, baptism, salvation full false John the Baptist called Jesus the 'Lamb of God', but what did this mean? and what does that mean for us? Sermon preached at a service including baptisms based upon John 1 v 29-42 The Birth of Jesus Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-457293 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 05:00:00 +0000 1598 Jesus birth, gift, Mary, Joseph full false Learning form the obedience and humility of Mary and Joseph, those to whom God entrusted his precious Son. Matthew 1 v 18-25 Here is your God Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-457283 Sun, 11 Dec 2016 05:00:00 +0000 2155 advent, Matthew, Jesus full false Our season of Advent sermons continue with a sermon based upon Matthew 2 v 1-11 Walk in the Light of the Lord Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-446992 Sun, 27 Nov 2016 05:00:00 +0000 1132 advent, discipleship, light full false An encouragement to walk in the Light of the Lord from Isaiah 2 v 1-5. Live life as a disciple of Jesus. Live life in the light of who God is, what he has done, and what he commands. Who is this man? Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-445723 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 05:00:00 +0000 1023 jesus, king, luke, cross full false Who is Jesus the King of the Jews - a sermon from Luke 23 v 33-43 Blessed are those... Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-441236 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 04:00:00 +0000 1427 sermon on the plain, luke full false Jesus speaks words of grace and encouragement in the sermon on the plain - Luke 6 v 20-26 The Lord stood by me Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-441231 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1830 full false Words of encouragement from 2 Thessalonians 2 v 13-17 and Luke 20 v 27-38 The healing of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-432150 Sun, 16 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1474 Jesus, healing, Luke, Jairus full false Jesus continues his healing ministry as recorded in Luke chapter 8. We learn from how he ministered to a woman who had nothing and a man who had everything and was about to lose it. Sermon from a service including prayers for healing. Following through the Storm Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-431552 Sun, 09 Oct 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1065 Jesus, storm, Matthew full false In Matthew 8 Jesus issues the challenge to his disciples to "let the dead bury their own dead" and follow him. He then leads them into a storm on the sea of Galilee. What is going on here? What can we learn for today? The Rich Man and Lazarus Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-425232 Sun, 25 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1899 Luke 17, lost, rich man, Lazarus full false A rich man in hell, Lazarus in heaven - one of the most disturbing stories Jesus told. Jesus is talking about the lost, a timely question arises for each of us. Who am I, where do I find my identity? From Luke 17. The Lost Sons Rev Tim Chambers Buzzsprout-425230 Sun, 18 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1385 Luke 15, prodigal son, lost full false Probably the most famous story Jesus ever told, the story of the 2 lost sons - younger prodigal and the elder 'servant' in Luke 15. What is the relevance for us today? The lost sheep and the lost coin Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-422282 Sun, 11 Sep 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1390 luke 15, lost sheep, lost coin full false Exploring the parables of Jesus in Luke 15, the lost sheep and the lost coin The tears, anger and power of Jesus Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-402806 Sun, 17 Jul 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1374 john, 11, grief, mary, martha, lazarus full false Following the recent terrorosit attack on Nice in France we reflect upon Jesus encounter with the grieving sisters of Lazarus, Mary and Martha. John chapter 11 We always thank God for all of you Ven Sarah Clarke Buzzsprout-400027 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1697 thessalonians, thanksgiving, joy, st giles full false A word of encouragement from our Archdeacon. What is there to give thanks for in the life of St Giles? The challenge of following Jesus Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-399050 Sun, 26 Jun 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1782 discipleship, following Jesus full false Lessons from Luke 9 v 51ff - what does it mean to put following Jesus above all other priorities? A Christian approach to the EU Referendum? Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-399049 Sun, 19 Jun 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1580 EU, referendum full false How should a Christian approavh the impending EU referendum. What are the key issues in the debate and how does the Bible infuence our thinking? Ask the Lord of the Harvest Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-392473 Sun, 12 Jun 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1639 prayer, evangelsim, witness full false A sermon based on the words of Jesus from Matthew 9 v 27 - 38. How and why should we pray to the Lord of the Harvest? Salt and Light Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-392472 Sat, 28 May 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1744 salt and light, witness, evangelism full false Reflecting on what it means to be 'Salt and Light' - Matthew 5 v 13 - 16 Love your Neighbour as yourself Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-385696 Sun, 22 May 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1782 love, Jesus, commandment full false Considering Jesus teaching that the second great commandment is to love your neighbour as yourself. What does this mean for us today? Ascension Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-380853 Sun, 08 May 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1824 Ascensions, Jesus, Acts full false What does it mean that Jesus ascended into heaven? What are the implications for today? Lessons from Acts 1 v 1-12 The Trellis and the Vine Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-376477 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0100 2184 AGM, trellis, vine full false A sermon for St Giles AGM. We look back over the past year and look ahead to the future, celebrating God's faithfulness to us. The Good Shepherd Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-374999 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1486 good shepherd, John's gospel, discipleship full false John 10 - In what ways does God in Christ shepherd us? What does it mean to follow him? Jesus and Peter Rev Christopher Wheaton Buzzsprout-374998 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0100 1251 full false The restoration of Peter - John 21, a reminder that there is always a second chance with Christ. Palm Sunday - A different King to Caesar Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-365711 Sun, 20 Mar 2016 04:00:00 +0000 1189 Palm Sunday, Lent, Easter, Jesus, King full false Jesus rides into Jerusalem upon a donkey, conquering kings normally ride war horses. What dos this mean for us today? Jesus' words to those who are trapped Rev Lee Proudlove Buzzsprout-361913 Sun, 13 Mar 2016 05:00:00 +0000 1795 grace, jesus, john, adultery full false Words of grace and challenge from John 8, Jesus speaks to the woman caught in adultery and the crowd that seek to condemn her. Unrivalled Imagination and Uncommon Humility Bishop Paul Williams Buzzsprout-361912 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 05:00:00 +0000 1192 Bishop, imagination, humility full false Bishop Paul Williams presents a personal vision for the church and diocese expounded from Ephesians 2. He calls for great imagination and great humility in our ministry. The sorrow of Jesus Rev Lee Proudlove 355547 Sun, 21 Feb 2016 05:00:00 +0000 2371 lent, luke full false Jesus weeps over Jerusalem and weeps for us too, that we might know his peace. Psalm 27 and Luke 13 The temptation of Jesus Rev Lee Proudlove 355546 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 05:00:00 +0000 2141 full false What can we learn for the temptation and victories of Jesus in the wilderness? Luke 4 v 1-13 Jesus prayer for unity Rev Lee Proudlove 355544 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 05:00:00 +0000 1538 full false One of the last thing Jesus did with his disciples is pray for them and us to be united in faith. We look at this prayer together. John 17 Honouring Jesus with home and heart Rev Lee Proudlove 355542 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 05:00:00 +0000 990 full false We look at the example of Mary, the sister of Martha and how she sough to honour Jesus with her home and her heart. John 12 v 1-8 He will be our Peace Rev Lee Proudlove 355539 Sun, 20 Dec 2015 05:00:00 +0000 1228 full false Jesus is the Prince of Peace - but what does this mean for us today? How is he our peace? Reflection from Micah 5 v 2-5. Rejoice in the Lord Rev Christopher Wheaton 355537 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 05:00:00 +0000 1418 full false Thoughts from Philippians 4 v 4-7, on the meaning of Joy. The Kingdom of God in the ordinary Rev Lee Proudlove 329844 Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:00:00 +0000 1491 advent, kingdom full false A sermon for Advent Sunday - an encouragement for Jesus words Matthew 13 v 31-33 in to seek the Kingdom of God in the ordinary. The death of Moses Rev Lee Proudlove 327684 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 05:00:00 +0000 1401 Moses, Deuteronomy, death full false Final sermon own our series on the life of Moses. Why did God not allow his servant into the Promised land. How does Jesus fulfil the mission of Moses? Deuteronomy 34 Water from the Rock Rev Lee Proudlove 322405 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 04:00:00 +0000 1363 moses, exodus, baptism, Jesus full false Moses was directed to water from the rock to quench the thirst of his people. Jesus offers the water of life. Message from the baptism of Mike Rich. Exodus 17. Through the Valley of the Shadow of Death Rev John Bentham 317570 Sun, 18 Oct 2015 05:00:00 +0100 1484 depression, psalm 23, healing full false A personal account of God's presence during a period of depression when he was young man from our Area Dean. Focussed on Psalm 23. Manna from Heaven Rev Lee Proudlove 314633 Sun, 11 Oct 2015 05:00:00 +0100 1709 full false Exodus 16 - God provides for his people, materially, socially and spiritually, in the same way Jesus is the Bread of Life and invites the hungry and thirsty to find life in Him. The Passover Rev Lee Proudlove 312068 Fri, 02 Oct 2015 05:00:00 +0100 1571 full false Exodus 5 & 6; As Moses confronts Pharaoh, the Living God confronts and humbles the false gods of Egypt. God's justice and Mercy are evident in the Passover the deepest meaning of which is revealed in the Last Supper. Are you Listening? Rev Lee Proudlove 309635 Wed, 23 Sep 2015 05:00:00 +0100 1494 Moses, Pharaoh, Exodus full false God and Pharaoh are contrasted in their response to the suffering of the Hebrews. One listens the other doesn't. From Exodus 5 & 6 at a Baptism service. The birth of Moses Rev Lee Proudlove 304425 Mon, 07 Sep 2015 05:00:00 +0100 1536 Moses, Jesus birth, refugee, introduction full false St Giles begin a new series looking at the life of Moses. We begin at Exodus 2 with Moses birth and explore some of the parallels between Moses and Jesus. Who is my neighbour? Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/114756-who-is-my-neighbour.mp3 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 05:00:00 +0100 1257 Luke, good samaritan, mercy, proudlove full false A question Jesus is asked, his answer - the story of the 'good samaritan' we look at the lessons for today from Luke chapter 10 The Writing on the Wall Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/101067-the-writing-on-the-wall.mp3 Sun, 30 Jun 2013 05:00:00 +0100 1948 Daniel, writing on the wall, judgement, witness, babylonian, empire full false At the heart of the message of Daniel is the encouragement to stand firm when life and the world challenge our faith. We are encouraged and challenged by Daniels steadfastness as an Empire crumbles around him. The Fiery Furnace Nigel Beasley http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/99913-the-fiery-furnace.mp3 Sun, 23 Jun 2013 05:00:00 +0100 1105 daniel, fiery furnace, trials, Nigel Beasley full false What can we learn from the experience of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace? An encouragement to stand firm today from the book of Daniel. The Dream of the Kingdom Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/98299-the-dream-of-the-kingdom.mp3 Sun, 16 Jun 2013 05:00:00 +0100 1683 Daniel, Lee Proudlove, Kingdom of God, dream, Nebuchadnezzar full false What does it mean to live as Christian in todays world? How can we live as citizens of 'another Kingdom'? We continue learning lessons from the life of Daniel, today - Daniel Chapter 2 - Nebuchadnezzar's dream. Faith in a Secular World Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/98286-faith-in-a-secular-world.mp3 Sun, 09 Jun 2013 05:00:00 +0100 1597 Allan Brown, faith, secular, Daniel full false What are the lessons we can learn for the life of Daniel? Drawn from Daniel 1 v 1-21 Pentecost Sunday 2013 Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/98300-pentecost-sunday-2013.mp3 Sun, 19 May 2013 05:00:00 +0100 1371 Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Lee Proudlove full false The Holy Spirit can make a difference in our lives, just as he did for those first disciples. Acts chapter 2 What must I do to be saved? Rev John Bentham http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/97314-what-must-i-do-to-be-saved.mp3 Sun, 12 May 2013 05:00:00 +0100 1253 salvation, john bentham, acts, philippian jailor full false Drawing upon his experience as a University Chaplain Rev John Bentham looks at the answer given to the Philippian Jailor who asked this question in the book of Acts. Rebuilding a People Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/74759-rebuilding-a-people.mp3 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000 1242 Nehemiah, rebuildling spiritually, church growth, scriptures, bible, Ezra full false In Nehemiah chapter 8 God begins rebuilding his people after 70 years of exile. What lessons are there for us as we seek to build our lives and Church in obedience to Christ. The Wedding at Cana Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/73751-the-wedding-at-cana.mp3 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000 1244 Jesus, water into wine, transformation, John chapter 2 full false John tells us the story of Jesus' first miraculous sign - turning water into wine. What does it tell us about Jesus and his mission? John chapter 2 The Baptism of Jesus Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/73245-the-baptism-of-jesus.mp3 Sun, 13 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000 1007 Jesus, baptism, John the baptist, epiphany full false Jesus baptism was a sign of who he was and what he came to do. What does it mean for us? Learning from Lukes Gospel account. Are you ready? Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/73244-are-you-ready.mp3 Sun, 16 Dec 2012 05:00:00 +0000 859 advent, ready, preparation, christmas, Johns Gospel full false Preparing for Christmas can be stressful, but are we ready spiritually?A lesson for advent from Johns Gospel. The Forerunner Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/73243-the-forerunner.mp3 Sun, 09 Dec 2012 05:00:00 +0000 863 John the Baptist, Luke, Forerunner, advent full false Learning lessons from the life of John the Baptist. A sermon for Advent 2013 from Luke Chapter 1 Christ the King Nigel Beasley http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/67795-christ-the-king.mp3 Sun, 25 Nov 2012 05:00:00 +0000 1023 Nigel Beasley, Christ the King full false Christ showed a new way of being a King. He was a culture changer in his day, what does it mean for us to be culture changers as citizens of his Kingdom. Sermon for Remembrance Day St Giles Church http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/66314-sermon-for-remembrance-day.mp3 Sun, 11 Nov 2012 05:00:00 +0000 785 Remembrance day, Allan Brown, full false Rev Allan Brown - a former Army Chaplain with 22 years service in the Army talks about the significance of Remembrance Day for the nation and it' importance for him personally. Anxiety - the Lord is near Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/64262-anxiety-the-lord-is-near.mp3 Sun, 21 Oct 2012 05:00:00 +0100 2426 St Paul, Anxiety, Philippians, Lee Proudlove, St GIles full false We live according the WH Auden in an 'Age of Anxiety' - St Paul offers advice to Christians living in such an age from Philippians 3 v 31-35. George Snyman - Hands at Work George Snyman http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/63226-george-snyman-hands-at-work.mp3 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 05:00:00 +0100 2023 george snyman, hands at work, africa, mission, children full false George spoke recently at St Giles about the ministry of Hands at Work. Our recording of his talk failed but here is a similar inspirational talk he gave as part of the same series at Forge Community Church. Christ took hold of Me Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/64260-christ-took-hold-of-me.mp3 Sun, 14 Oct 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1485 Allan Brown, Philippians, Christ, hope, heaven full false Lessons from Philippians 3 v 12-21 - what is the Christian hope? To Live is Christ to Die is Gain Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/60640-to-live-is-christ-to-die-is-gain.mp3 Sun, 16 Sep 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1594 Christ, Philippians, St Paul, martyr full false Learning from St Pauls exhortation to the church at Philippi of how he longs to serve Christ by sharing his Good News, but death would mean meeting Christ and be joyful too. He who began a good work in you will complete it Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/59357-he-who-began-a-good-work-in-you-will-complete-it.mp3 Sun, 09 Sep 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1521 St Paul, Philippians, thanksgiving, joy, partnership, full false Lessons from Philippians 1 v 1-11. Paul writes from prison to a church that he loves assuring them that God will complete what he has begun in them, and thanking them for their partnership in the Gospel. A Heart Matter Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/57183-a-heart-matter.mp3 Sun, 19 Aug 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1164 Luke 18, Pharisee, tax collector, heart, prayer, Jesus full false In Luke chapter 18 Jesus tells one of his most memorable parables - the story of the tax collector and the pharisee, it reveals the one thing God is looking for in those who come to him in prayer. What is it? Do not grieve the Holy Spirit Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/57098-do-not-grieve-the-holy-spirit.mp3 Sun, 12 Aug 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1452 Holy Spirit, discipleship, changed lives full false You cannot accept the Lordship of Jesus Christ and be the same man or woman that you were before. How does the Holy Spirit lead us and change us, how can we respond to Him in our lives. Lessons from Ephesians 4. The Spirit of Truth Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/57097-the-spirit-of-truth.mp3 Sun, 05 Aug 2012 05:00:00 +0100 987 truth, Holy Spirit, spirit of truth, docetism full false The centrality of the truth of the gospel in the life of the Church. and in the life of Christians. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Truth. Lessons from 1 John 4 v 1-6 You will have Joy Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/55155-you-will-have-joy.mp3 Sun, 29 Jul 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1959 joy, Jesus, John's Gospel, full false What did Jesus promise his disciples about the nature of Joy? We look at his last words to the disciples in the farewell discourses of John's Gospel. Love one Another Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/54831-love-one-another.mp3 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1451 love, corinthians, lee proudlove full false Christians are people who have discovered the love of God revealed through Christ. They are to demonstrate that love in their relationships with one another. St Paul describes the nature of love in 1 Corinthians 13 More than Gold Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/54255-more-than-gold.mp3 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1233 1 Corinthians, olympics, lee proudlove, race full false In 1 Corinthians 9 the Apostle Paul describes the Christian life in terms of a runner and a boxer. We consider what it means to live Christian life in light of the Olympics 2012 Being a child of God Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/53485-being-a-child-of-god.mp3 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1402 Galatians, son of God, Allan Brown, freedom, law full false What does it mean to be a child of God, how do we become a son or daughter of the living God? We discover the answers in Galatians Chapter 3 Spirit of Holiness Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/52762-spirit-of-holiness.mp3 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1292 Holy Spirit, holiness, Romans, sanctification full false How does God change us into the people he wants us to be? Through us co-operating with the Holy Spirit at work in our lives. Thoughts from Romans 8 v 1-11 John the Baptist and Jesus Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/51545-john-the-baptist-and-jesus.mp3 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1054 Jesus, John the Baptist, baptism, lamb of God, sin, rebirth full false A sermon for a service with baptisms. John the baptsit points to Jesus and declares. 'Behold the lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world'. An exploration of what this means. Who is the Holy Spirit? Rt Rev Paul Butler - Bishop of Southwell http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/51047-who-is-the-holy-spirit.mp3 Mon, 11 Jun 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1455 Paul Butler, Holy Spirit, Spirit filled, John's Gospel, Ephesians full false Drawing his teaching from John 14 and Ephesians Bishop Paul Butler teaches us about the role and person of the Holy Spirit and exhorts us to live Spirit filled lives. There must be more than this - Pentecost Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/49847-there-must-be-more-than-this-pentecost.mp3 Sun, 27 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1625 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, tongues, more of God, anointing full false A Sermon for Pentecost Sunday 2012 - The promise of Pentecost is that there is more of God available to any who would seek him. Confirmation Address Bishop Paul Butler http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/49839-confirmation-address.mp3 Sun, 27 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1104 Bishop Paul Butler, Isaiah, vision, confirmation full false Bishop Paul Butler preaching at the West Bingham Confirmation from Isaiah 9 v 8-14. Our story and the Bible's Story Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/49290-our-story-and-the-bible-s-story.mp3 Tue, 22 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 968 baptism, allan brown, history, ascension, christian full false How our baptism links with the great story of the Bible. Luke 24 v 44 to the end. Paul's Prayer for the Church Graham Rooke http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/49289-paul-s-prayer-for-the-church.mp3 Mon, 21 May 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1950 graham rooke, prayer, Paul, Ephesians, full false Praying with St Paul for the church from Ephesians 3 v 14-21 Meeting God - Exodus 32 Katie Conley http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/47293-meeting-god-exodus-32.mp3 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1872 Moses, spirituality, prayer, God, face to face full false God talked to Moses 'face to face' as a man speaks to his friend. What does this mean for us today? You are my Witnesses - Sermon for the AGM 2012 Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/47174-you-are-my-witnesses-sermon-for-the-agm-2012.mp3 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1819 AGM, Resurrection full false Preaching from Luke 24 Rev Lee Proudlove outlines the strategic priorities for St GIles over the coming few years. Hannah's Prayer of Anguish Sally Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/46915-hannah-s-prayer-of-anguish.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1758 prayer, hannah, st giles, old testament, sally proudlove, spirituality full false What can we learn about prayer from the experience of Hannah told in 1 Samuel 4. A prayer of deep anguish and tears. Jesus appears to Thomas and the Disciples Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/46271-jesus-appears-to-thomas-and-the-disciples.mp3 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:00:00 +0100 907 Jesus, Thomas, sermon, Risen Christ, doubt, faith full false John 20 v 19 - end. Jesus appears first to the disciples and then Thomas. We learn how the risen Christ seeks to meet with us today. Jesus Prays in Gethsemane Rev Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/45263-jesus-prays-in-gethsemane.mp3 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1675 prayer, gethsemane, honest, agony, heartfelt full false Learning from the experience of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane as described in Marks Gospel. Goodness and Work Graham Rooke http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/44650-goodness-and-work.mp3 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 05:00:00 +0100 2470 work, faith, witness, Graham Rooke full false Where do faith and work intersect? What does being a Christian in the workplace look like? God and Pain - A sermon for Passion Sunday Rev Allan Brown http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/44649-god-and-pain-a-sermon-for-passion-sunday.mp3 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 05:00:00 +0100 1145 cross, suffering, Jesus, crucifixion, Allan Brown full false How does God relate to our suffering? What does the cross teach us about God? Gentleness and Anger Tom Devas http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/44241-gentleness-and-anger.mp3 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 +0000 2023 fruit, gentleness, anger, spirit, galatians full false Considering the fruit of the Spirit and gentleness in particular. Tom Devas explores how we can cultivate an attitude of gentleness in when we may be provoked to anger. Mary - an example for all of us Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/44240-mary-an-example-for-all-of-us.mp3 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 +0000 1167 mary, contemplation, obedience, faithfulness, full false A sermon for Mothers Day 2012. Mary is an example for all Christians of contemplation, obedience and faithfulness. Jesus the Bread of Life Lee Proudlove http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/44380-jesus-the-bread-of-life.mp3 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 05:00:00 +0000 1262 Jesus, Bread of Life, full false In John 6 Jesus refers to himself as the Bread of Life - an exploration of the meaning of this for us today. Mothering Sunday Nigel beasley http://www.buzzsprout.com/5681/87563-mothering-sunday.mp3 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0000 975 Mothers day. Mothering Sunday full false Nigel Beasley encourages to think about the meaning behind Mothering Sunday and it's local connections.