East Croydon URC

03/05/2026

Great to have John Ponsford leading our service today.

We reflected on a simple but powerful question:
“How can we know the way?”

In today’s readings, we were reminded that we are not alone—we are part of something bigger, a people called out of darkness into light.

And even when life feels uncertain, we don’t have to figure everything out by ourselves:
“I am the way, the truth, and the life.”

If you’re searching for direction, meaning, or a place to belong, you’d be very welcome with us.

📍 Addiscombe Grove (5 mins from East Croydon Station)

26/04/2026

It was great to have Apollus Fleischer-Djoleto leading our service on Sunday.

A simple but meaningful reminder:
“There is a time for everything.”

In the middle of busy lives and changing seasons, it’s good to pause and reflect on what really matters.

If you’re ever exploring faith or looking for a place to connect, you’d be very welcome.

📍 Addiscombe Grove (5 mins from East Croydon Station)

19/04/2026

Great to have Uncle Patrick leading our service today.

A simple but powerful message:
“Do not be afraid.”

In a world that can feel uncertain at times, it’s a reminder that we’re not alone—and that faith can bring peace and courage when we need it most.

If you’re ever exploring faith or looking for a place to connect, in the Croydon area, you’d be very welcome here.

18/04/2026

16/04/2026

Looking for somewhere welcoming this Sunday?

At East Croydon URC, we’re a small, friendly church where you can just come as you are—no pressure, no expectations.

🕥 Sundays at 10:30am
☕ Stay for coffee & conversation
📍 Addiscombe Grove, Croydon

Whether you’ve been to church before or not, you’d be really welcome here.

05/04/2026

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05/04/2026

Today we celebrate the joy and hope of Easter, the victory of life over death, and light over darkness.

“He is not here; He has risen!” — Luke 24:6

May this Easter fill our hearts with peace, hope, and renewed faith in all that God has done and continues to do.

Happy Easter from EastCroydonURC

14/01/2026

All glory to God, who is able to do far more than all we could ever ask or imagine.
Ephesians 3:20

May we step into this day with faith and expectation. 🙏

04/01/2026

First Sunday of the Year. “Come and Get It”
On the first Sunday of the new year, John Ponsford led our service with an encouraging message titled “Come and Get It.” He reminded us that at the start of each year, many of us say, “This year will be different,” and try to change how we approach our lives.
John spoke about the small habits and rituals people rely on, like footballers before a big match or politicians before an important speech, things we do to give ourselves confidence when we are about to step forward and put our reputation on the line.
He reminded us that God understands all of this because in Jesus Christ, our human experiences, our fears, hopes, and challenges have been shared.
The message “Come and Get It” invites us to see that God is already offering us His strength, guidance, and blessing. The question is whether we are ready to come to Him in faith and receive what He is calling us into, rather than relying only on our own routines and expectations.
John left us with a question to carry into the year ahead:
“How are we expecting to see God at work in our lives?”
May we enter this New Year with faith, openness, and expectation, trusting that God is at work among us and within us.
VKj

02/01/2026

As we start this New Year, we remember the question John Ponsford asked on New Year’s Eve: “Why are we here?” We gathered to thank God for His faithfulness throughout the year gone by, and to seek His guidance for the days ahead.
We are called to be a people of prayer, praying early, praying often, and trusting God with every hope and every need. Jesus reminds us:
John 15:16 (NIV) “…so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, He may give it to you.”
So in this new season, may we hold nothing back in prayer and boldly place our lives and our church in God’s hands.
Let us rise, pray, and get on with God’s work serving with love, walking in faith, and sharing the hope of Christ with all.
Happy New Year and may God bless and keep us in the year ahead.