Purpose/Mission
Purpose Statement Sprowston Methodist Church believes that all disciples of Jesus are called to be faithful and fruitful in their lives and this must be outworked not only in terms of worship, fellowship and care, but also in terms of mission, through using God's gifts. Sprowston Methodist Church sees its mission in terms of developing a process of disciple-making that will incorporate "not-yet-believers" and encourage Christian maturity in mission among all its members - by serving and witnessing - in the power of the Spirit. Mission Priorities ("Our Calling"): In partnership with others wherever possible, the Methodist Church will concentrate its prayers, resources, imagination ...
Pastoral
For more than two centuries, members of the Methodist Church have been in the pastoral care of "Class Leaders" and "Pastoral Visitors", so that none should be forgotten or without opportunity for spiritual counsel. This continues to be an important aspect of our church life. Every member of this local church is assigned to a local care group and is therefore part of a shared network of pastoral care, through personal involvement in their group, which is led by a Pastoral Visitor. We have 25 pastoral groups and around 150 members at present. We also have a Pastoral Lay Worker appointed to provide ...
Safeguarding
Every effort is taken to safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults who are involved in church-based activities and other activities on church premises. Children and young people need to be respected as individuals, and protected in their vulnerability - as do all who are vulnerable, irrespective of age. In response to the Children Act 1989 and Home Office guidance for voluntary organisations involved with children, “Safe From Harm” (1993), the Methodist Church first published its welfare standard in 1994 – “Safeguarding”. This has been updated and republished by the Methodist Church in January 1997 and in February 2000. ...
Testimony
Christian faith is centred upon the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and is all about a living relationship with Him. His death upon the cross remains an historical fact. His resurrection has been the central feature of the incredible Christian message ever since "the third day" (when He was raised from the dead). Those who have met with the risen Jesus, and those who have come to know Him, all bear testimony to the reality that Jesus lives today - to bring blessing and wholeness. In these pages you will find something of what Jesus has done for us…
Rocky Road News & Events
Methodists raise nearly £20,000 in a week for Pakistan
An appeal launched by the Methodist Relief and Development Fund (MRDF) has raised nearly £20,000 in a week after devastating floods hit Pakistan. The funds will help to support some of the people affected by the disaster, along with a £15,000 grant sent by the World Mission Fund to the Peshawar Diocese. The United Nations is warning of a second wave... [Read more of this]
Enthusiastic lay employee required
Encouraged by the presence of new folk joining with us from time to time, and especially by a number of younger families, we are therefore seeking to employ a Families Worker at Wroxham Road. This part-time post, initially for three years, is designed to enhance the ministries of the church to families and their children, and develop the life and... [Read more of this]
Summer Sondays Club 11.00am Services
In previous years we have endeavoured to cater for all of the children who attend Junior Church, during the summer holidays break by including them in our 11.00am services. This year we are going to try something a little different. Some Sundays will be All Age Worship services and will take place in the church. Others will be the usual 11.00am... [Read more of this]
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