St Andrew's Methodist Church

01/06/2026

Reading and prayer for W/C 31st May 2026
Matthew 28:16 – 20
The Commissioning of the Disciples
16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17 When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.’[a]
The Trinity offers us a living relationship of worship and doubt. When the disciples went up the mountain some saw him in his resurrection glory with all authority in heaven and on earth. Just like the coming Messiah foretold in Daniel 7:13 – 14.
Others saw his wounds, remembered the curses and humiliation of the cross and their own inability to stay with him. Fear and doubt took hold and they fled.
Lord Jesus, stay with us when we doubt, or fear the future; restore our faith in your love and our place in your plans for your Kingdom of humiliation and promise.
The Trinity is the framework of our mission and evangelism, then and now. We are an inclusive church, making disciples of all nations. We publicly baptise and sign in the name of the creative and sustaining Father of Jesus; in the humility of the suffering, obedient love of Jesus himself; in the transcendent power of the Holy Spirit leading us into the citizenship of the Kingdom of Heaven.
Holy Spirit of God we praise you as we see unfolding before us encounters of art and faith and hospitality in Worcester city centre. We thank you that we are readied for such progress in the Gospel, seeking equality, peace and progress through Spirit filled conversations. We seek deeper faith and continuing hope. We pray for the wider “National Conversation” in the UK and the international pilgrimages of our Muslim friends at this time of Eid.
The Trinity offers us the promise of the presence of Jesus alive in each disciple to the end of time.
God our Father, we praise you for yours is a loving relationship to be experienced, not simply a knotty problem to be understood. We pray for the bereaved that they may experience a relationship with you that is eternal and never fades away. We pray for those exploring the adventure of older age that they may live the teaching and example of your Son to be one with Him in heart, mind and spirit, to the end of the age.
Amen.
Rev Dr Malcolm Braddy

31/05/2026

Welcome to the recording of our service for Trinity Sunday (31st May 2026) led by Mike Watts.

St Andrew's Methodist Church, Worcester recording of our Trinity Sunday service on 31st May 2026 led by Mike WattsCCLI: 63871Streaming Plus Licence: 140445PP...

26/05/2026

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Use the link above to access Eventbrite and book your place for a free drawing class on Saturday!

Join us for a relaxed Picture Drawing Party as part of Multitude — a collaborative exhibition at St. Andrew’s Methodist, Pump St. Worcester

24/05/2026

Welcome to the recording of our service for Pentecost on 24th May 2026 led by Rev Elizabeth Harris.

St Andrew's Methodist Church, Worcester recording of our Pentecost ...

21/05/2026

We're getting close: our MULTITUDE exhibition kicks off THIS Saturday 23rd May at St. Andrew’s Methodist Church, Pump Street. The exhibition will be open daily between 10.30am and 3.30pm. On Saturday the 23rd of May at 10.30am there will be a free tea and cake opening event featuring a short talk by Worcester-based photographer Michael Horn. All are welcome.

Come see a careful selection of photos and their wild painted twins made by artists from across the Worcester and Malvern areas.

17/05/2026

Welcome to the recording of our service from Sunday 17th May led by Rev Henry Lewis and the Eco Group.

St Andrew's Methodist Church, Worcester recording of our Sunday service on 17th May 2026 led by Rev Henry Lewis and the Eco GroupCCLI: 63871Streaming Plus Li...

14/05/2026

Reading and prayer for W/C 17th May 2026
Acts1:6-11
So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, is this the time when you will restore the kingdom to Israel?” He replied, “It is not for you to know the times or periods that the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” When he had said this, as they were watching, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. While he was going and they were gazing up toward heaven, suddenly two men in white robes stood by them. They said “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking up toward heaven? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”
Prayer
Father God,
We give thanks that you empowered your Son and that your glory was revealed on earth through him.
Christ Jesus,
We accept with gratitude the mission you have passed on to us and as a sign of our faith, we are honoured to be called ‘Christian’.
Spirit of Truth,
We are part of your community of faith
that transcends time and space.
Make us one in our belief- a unity grounded in heavenly glory.
Amen
Prepared by Suzanne Nevitt

10/05/2026

Welcome to the recording of our service on 10th May 2026 led by Mr Michael Hardstaffe.

St Andrew's Methodist Church, Worcester recording of our Sunday service on 10th May 2026 led by Mr Michael HardstaffeCCLI: 63871Streaming Plus Licence: 14044...

03/05/2026

Welcome to the recording of our Communion service on 3rd May led by Rev Stephen Froggatt.

St Andrew's Methodist Church Worcester 3rd May 2026

26/04/2026

Reading and Prayer for W/C 27th April 2026
John 10:1-10
Jesus the Good Shepherd
‘Very truly, I tell you, anyone who does not enter the sheepfold by the gate but climbs in by another way is a thief and a bandit. The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep hear his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has brought out all his own, he goes ahead of them, and the sheep follow him because they know his voice. They will not follow a stranger, but they will run from him because they do not know the voice of strangers.’ Jesus used this figure of speech with them, but they did not understand what he was saying to them.
So again Jesus said to them, ‘Very truly, I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and bandits; but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the gate. Whoever enters by me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.
A prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you that Jesus is the Good Shepherd who laid down his life for the sheep. Thank you that I am known by you and that I can hear your voice above the noise of the world.
Lord, I pray that you will guide my decision-making and my comings and goings for I trust that you will lead me to green pastures and protect me from the enemy that seeks to steal, kill, and destroy.
Help me to live in the abundance of life you have provided—a life rich in grace, truth, and purpose. When I feel lost or afraid, remind me that I am held in your secure hand and that I am never alone. May I follow you closely and find safety in you alone, for you are my Shepherd, my Protector, and my Guide. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Prepared by Sue Hicks