Tag Archives: Orchard baptist Church

Are You Ready for Black Sunday?

Posted on November 26, 2017 by honestaboutmyfaith

On Black Friday, lots of people head to the shops so I figured that I would call today Black Sunday to inspire people to go to church. On Black Friday, shoppers desperately try to save money by err… spending money … Continue reading →

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Dining with Jesus

Posted on September 29, 2017 by honestaboutmyfaith

It took me by surprise when she said ‘it’s better than dining with the queen!’ We were about to share communion together and there had been an opportunity for people to discuss in groups what communion meant to them. We … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary: Something Worth Celebrating

Posted on September 26, 2017 by honestaboutmyfaith

Twenty five years ago today, the large hall at Orchard Baptist Church was officially opened. The church had grown so much that the original chapel wasn’t large enough to hold everyone on a Sunday and so the decision was made … Continue reading →

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How a Bug Hotel Reminded Me What Welcoming Really Means

Posted on March 2, 2017 by honestaboutmyfaith

A few days ago, I was out walking and I came across this bug hotel. I have come across these structures many times but on this occasion it started a train of thought about what it means to be welcoming. Every part … Continue reading →

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Reconnecting with Jesus: What is important to him?

Posted on November 16, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

A few weeks ago I was speaking to a friend of mine who helps with the rehabilitation of people who have had a Stroke. Something he said really struck me and I wanted to share it and some other thoughts … Continue reading →

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Essex County Council Baptist Church

Posted on April 15, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

Welcome to the Essex County Council Baptist Church. Look at this picture and read the sign on the bus shelter for yourself. You could assume that Essex county council are into church planting, but there is really something else going … Continue reading →

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A Real Star, Sent With Love

Posted on December 22, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

At a Christmas event today, we provided people with cards that said ‘with love’ and also nativity stickers. There were some fairly impressive cards, but this one was my favourite. The aim of the activity was to help people to appreciate that … Continue reading →

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It’s Black Sunday!

Posted on November 29, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

On Black Friday, lots of people head to the shops so I figured that I would call today Black Sunday to inspire people to go to church. On Black Friday, shoppers desperately try to save money by err… spending money that … Continue reading →

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The one about mistaken identity and church unity

Posted on September 5, 2014 by honestaboutmyfaith

I was on my way to the chip shop (it was my turn to cook) and some teenagers asked me if I was Rev Fordyce? This is a picture of Rev Fordyce, do we really look alike or can you … Continue reading →

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