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General Assembly 2024: day two round up 13 July

Day two of the URC 2024 General Assembly continued at The Hayes Conference Centre in Swanwick on 13 July. Worship and Bible study “God has spoken; God is still speaking,” Karen Campbell, Chaplain to the Moderator told General Assembly. She … Continue reading

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2024 Community Project Award winners announced

For 26 years, the United Reformed Church’s (URC) Community Project Awards have recognised outstanding community projects in United Reformed Churches and its churches in ecumenical partnerships, that demonstrate the love of God and the mission of the Church by reaching … Continue reading

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General Assembly 2024: day one round-up 12 July

Day one of the 2024 General Assembly of the United Reformed Church (URC), met at The Hayes Conference Centre in Swanwick at The Hayes Conference Centre in Swanwick on 12 July. Opening the 2024 General Assembly in worship, Karen Campbell, … Continue reading

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General Assembly 2024 to take place

The 2024 United Reformed Church (URC) General Assembly takes place from 12-15 July at The Hayes Conference Centre in Swanwick. The General Assembly meets annually to celebrate, discuss, worship and make decisions about the life and work of the URC.  … Continue reading

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Help raise £20k for Commitment for Life’s Gaza appeal

An appeal launched by the Commitment for Life team in response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza has topped more than £15,500. Let’s help them reach £20,000. The hope is that the funds will go towards a project currently … Continue reading

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After the General Election

Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Church leaders have issued a joint statement following the General Election: We congratulate Sir Keir Starmer on his appointment as Prime Minister, and all who will now take their seats representing their constituencies as Members … Continue reading

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JPIT issues challenges to new government

We congratulate Sir Keir Starmer on his appointment as Prime Minister, and all who will now take their seats representing their constituencies as Members of Parliament in Westminster. The election campaign has been hard-fought, but we know that the real … Continue reading

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Election Day and Post Election Day Prayers

During the election period, prayer and intercession are crucial. Below, JPIT has provided two prayers, one for Election Day and the other for Post-Election Day. Election Day Prayer God of all power, on this election day be with us as … Continue reading

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Invite Your MP to church

“GET TO KNOW YOUR MP” CHURCH SERVICE This is a wonderful way to make contact with your MP after their being elected on the 4th July. You may like to send them a congratulations or welcome card – and this … Continue reading

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Congratulate your MP

Send your new or returning MP a card The first few months for a new MP can be challenging as they get established. Whether your MP is new or returning to the role, we are inviting all churches to let … Continue reading

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