Vale Community Church

31/05/2026

Do join us on this beautiful day at 10.30am as we meet together to celebrate.

14/05/2026

Today is Ascension Day. Ascension Day is the 40th day of Easter. It occurs 39 days after Easter Sunday. It is a Christian holiday that commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven. In another 10 days we will be celebrating Pentecost Sunday when Jesus sent to Holy Spirit to empower the church to go out and spread the message of forgiveness and hope to the whole world. This is a very exciting time for the church in particular. Don't know what it's all about? Come on Sunday 10.30am to find out more.

12/05/2026

Be sure to go and see the bluebells in Murdishaw Wood before they finish. They are past their best now but still lovely

25/04/2026

I love this work of art in the shopping city. So many people walk past and dont notice it. If you dont know, look out for it next time you are there. So glad its been saved...for now!

24/04/2026

I love seeing the violets in the lawn. Seems a shame to cut the grass!

05/04/2026

Hallelujah! He is risen. Join us to celebrate at 10.30am.

04/04/2026

Have you seen this poster on our buses? It's called the 4Points and is a way of showing the gospel message in simplified way. Want to know more? Go to https://www.the4points.com/uk/index.php

06/03/2026

We all got a world on a stress ball on Sunday. You can hold it in your hand as you pray for the world. We still have some left if you would like one. Get in touch or come to church on Sunday at 10.30am. The world needs a lot of prayer at the moment so whatever works as a reminder to pray is a good thing.

05/03/2026

As today is World Book Day I thought i would continue with some recommended reading. This book is a great read and not too heavy going. Some of you may have heard Louis Giglio speak but he's also a good writer. We have a copy at Vale if you would like to borrow.

03/03/2026

The situation in and around Iran and the Middle East is very concerning. Please pray as God is listening. If you don't know what to pray you could use this prayer from Embrace the Middle East https://embraceme.org/our-prayers/israel-palestine-urgent-prayer-for-peace

Almighty God, our refuge and our strength,
we turn to you as we once again witness the rising of conflict
and the fear laid upon ordinary lives.

Trusting in your steadfast love,
we hold before you our friends and partners across the Middle East,
in communities already stretched beyond endurance.
Surround them with your protection.
Be a fortress for those who cannot flee
and a shield for those whose work is to heal and to hope.

We remember before you all whose hearts are filled with dread today
and whose future feels unbearably fragile.
Do not let the innocent be swept away
by the decisions of the powerful.
Break the bow and shatter the spear.

Open paths for wisdom, restraint, and justice
where none seem possible.
Give courage to peacemakers
and clarity to those who speak truth.

Let your peace take root
in scorched and fearful places.
Keep our hearts from despair
and teach us to stand with those who suffer,
to pray without ceasing
and to hope, even now, in your redeeming love.
Amen

As troubling events continue to unfold in Gaza, Israel and the West Bank please join us in praying for a swift de-escalation to the violence and for peace to prevail.