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Revd Steve Prince challenges us to find our rest in God – to find space in our lives where we hear and receive from him. We then need to pass that grace on to others - we're not meant to store up what God gives, but to be a channel for his grace and mercy to others.

Sam uses Hebrews 11v1-16 to explore the true meaning of faith, and challenges us all to exercise this faith in our daily lives. Sam shares recent real-life stories from those in the church and her own personal encounter, illustrating how God calls us to take a step, sometimes into the unknown, trusting he will lead and guide according to his perfect will. Will you exercise your faith as he calls you in 2026?

Richard explains how the nativity story reminds us that God's invitation is to all, irrespective of our nationality, intellect, wealth, relationship status or any other characteristic. God's welcome is directed towards those who are often considered by themselves or others as "outsiders". As we head into 2026, will you respond positively to his invitation?

Geoff Wilson explains how Jesus is God's perfect gift, the answer to a broken and needy world. Jesus invites you to receive new life in him by opening the door of your heart and welcoming him in.

Revd Graham Coldman shows us the importance of understanding the context and backstory of Matthew’s Gospel, the first 2 chapters are inspirational not informational. Matthew uses symbols to link back to Israelite history and Old Testament stories that would have been well understood by his listeners. As we hear the familiar nativity story, look for something you’ve not seen before, and ask, “why is it there?” Like Joseph what am I being asked to trust for this Christmas? Can I say “Emmanuel” God is with me?

Revd Keith Saynor discusses how Stephen demonstrated huge courage as he faced death from stoning by those who disagreed with him. Stephen had an eternal perspective, recognising that his eternal destiny was heaven with God - his time here on earth was just a moment in his eternal journey. We are invited to take courage - trust God in all circumstances, to not fear those who disagree with us or oppose us, but to stand firm and share the good news at every opportunity.

Revd. Billy Fenning goes through Jeremiah 33 v1-16, showing that what we have in our Salvation is available nowhere else and we should focus on our road to that salvation.

Revd Graham Coldman explores what is meant for a first century Christian to offer themself as a living sacrifice. How can you follow the message of Romans 12, to live a life worthy of your calling, not to die a martyr, but to live life a sacrificial life, transformed by the power of God, working in and through you.

Revd Neville Hollands reminds us that there is no direct translation from Greek to English of the word we use for baptism. The closest imagery is to dunk into liquid, to drench, to overwhelm. He then goes on to describe three different types of baptism that are found in the New Testament -Baptism into the Church, the universal body of Christ; Baptism in water and Baptism in the Holy Spirit. We are encouraged to be fully baptised in each.

Jessica shows how Jesus uses his encounter with a blind man to bring out key truths of the Kingdom of God. Jesus gave sight to the blind man and uses this as a metaphor to explain why he came into the world. The blind man saw Jesus for who he was and worshipped him. The pharisees who claimed to have sight, failed to see Jesus. Let’s be a light to those we encounter, live a life of faith that engenders transformation, testify to what God has done in your life, that he may do likewise for them!