Funeral – Ted Taylor
It is with sadness that we inform the church that Ted Taylor died peacefully on Tuesday evening surrounded by his family. He was much loved and will be much missed. Our prayers are with Rita and the family. On Friday 16th March at 11.00am there will be a service of thanksgiving for Ted's life at Penwortham URC followed by refreshments to which all are warmly invited. Rita did ask that if there is anyone from church who feels they would like to say something within that service to make contact with our minister, David. Prior to this there will be a family ...
What it means to be Christian – Lent study
In a series of studies this Lent author and Bible scholar Marcus Borg invites us to join him in revisiting Christianity’s most fundamental questions. See details
The Nativity
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All-age service Sun 20th Nov & Cafe worship Wed 5th Dec
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What’s the Point of Forgiveness
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Prayer Stations – Welcome
Join us as we explore and reflect on the on the story of Abraham as we read it in Genesis chapters 12-25. Abraham is regarded as Father of the monotheistic religions: Judaism, Islam and Christianity. Through his story, as we have it in the book of Genesis, we are going to reflect on the theme of welcome and how as Church we can offer a radical welcome to the community around us. View details
What if? update
What if? is a monthly gathering with a varied programme to create an opportunity to gather to raise questions and explore answers about life, spirituality and the world around us. Read the latest timetable PURC What if Wednesdays - update poster 0911
Prayer Stations – Pentecost
We are again exploring the Bible through Prayer Stations and will this time focus on the story of Pentecost from Acts chapter 2. They will be set up at Penwortham URC after Sunday worship on 3rd July. If you would like to read them, or if you would like a copy to print or the setup notes and resources please feel free.
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Funeral – Ted Taylor
It is with sadness that we inform the church that Ted Taylor died peacefully on Tuesday evening surrounded by his family. He was much loved and will be much missed. Our prayers are with Rita and the family. On Friday 16th March at 11.00am there will be a service of thanksgiving for Ted’s life at Penwortham URC followed by refreshments to which all are warmly invited. Rita did ask that if there... [Read more of this post]
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