Today at St John’s Church in North Yorkshire, we witnessed a moving celebration of faith as four wonderful souls—Caroline, Jo, Abby, and young Gregory—stepped forward in confirmation. The ceremony, graced by the presence of our esteemed Bishop Anna, was one of divine joy and promise, affirming the sacred calling that awaits each confirmed believer.
Our wonderful Bishop Anna led the service with a resplendent blend of tradition and heartfelt modernity Psalm 118:24: “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” The confirmation is not merely a rite of passage but a luminous testament to a lifelong walk with Christ—a journey that transforms hearts and kindles the divine spark within. Each candidate, with their unique stories and radiant spirits, has embraced this commitment, stepping boldly into a future illuminated by faith and guided by the Holy Spirit. We extend our deepest gratitude to our wonderful ordinand Juliet, whose gentle wisdom and patient guidance in the weeks leading up to the ceremony have been nothing short of inspirational. Her nurturing spirit and dedication have prepared these candidates not just for this day, but for a lifetime of faithful service. As we reflect on today’s confirmation, our hearts overflow with hope and gratitude. We stand together as a community bound by love, ready to support these newly confirmed members in their spiritual journey. May they always feel the embrace of our congregation, the guidance of our lay and visiting clergy, and the radiant warmth of God’s light.
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 This St Valentines Day, we invite you to a time of focussing on God's love for you. This is a prayerful service of thirty minutes, no song. Plenty of candles ! We Pray on Friday's within the Celtic tradition of Christianity. This connects us all and God's creation.
Our serene service of prayer will be followed by cookies, hot drinks and a little 'hello' if you have time to spare. You are welcome to depart peacefully too. We invite everyone to attend; proudly an INCLUSIVE CHURCH. Please get in touch if you need any help in accessing us.  This is YOUR sign! 🌟 Have you been thinking about taking the next step in your faith journey? Confirmation is a beautiful opportunity to publicly affirm your faith, deepen your relationship with God, and be filled with the Holy Spirit in a powerful way. 📖 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” – Acts 1:8 God has an incredible plan for your life, and confirmation is a step closer to embracing it. Let this be the moment you grow stronger in your faith, surrounded by a loving church family. Reach out to us today to learn more about confirmation at St John’s Church. ✝️ 10AM, 23RD MARCH WITH BISHOP ANNAHuge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Service of Lessons and Carols. The church was in fact far busier than it looks as everyone was at the back in the Quire- we even ran out of pew sheets ! Hige thanks to Licensed Lay Minister Ruth and Rosemary for putting on such a beautiful, candlelit service. It was truly sublime. Thanks to Chris for the wonderful musical direction and to ViolaJo (please give her a follow), Wood and the incredibly talented vocal soloist Daniel. Special mentions also to Bridget and Simon (choristers) who reached the notes we couldn't and added all of the beautiful melodic fiddly bits to the hymns ! The bells ringing resplendent  Once in Royal David's City Oh Come All Ye Fathful  Hark the Herald Angels Sing  Away in a Manger   The First Noel  We would love to welcome YOU to St John’s, Sharow this week. We have two very special services this week to mark All Saints Day and All Souls Day, both based around remembrance of those we hold dear. Everyone is very welcome to our warm and beautiful Church (parking & disability access).  At 10am on Sunday we have a special Café Church; a peaceful, joyous and thoughtful time of togetherness to reflect and celebrate The Saints—both known and unknown—who have found their way to heaven. As we honor their legacy, we will also light candles in memory of loved ones we’ve lost, embracing their light in our hearts. Join us for a gentle gathering filled with comfort, connection, song and hope.  At 3pm you are warmly invited to join us for a quieter, contemplative service. Together, we will pause to remember and honour those we have loved and lost, holding them in our hearts with peace and gratitude. This time of reflection is open to all who seek solace, comfort, and remembrance. A service inviting you to come together in gentle stillness, embracing the love and memories that endure.  |
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