Stratton Methodist

Tonight we begin celebrating 200 years of Methodists in Stratton! The hall is ready for our Beetle drive and Helen is putting the finishing touches to the history display. Beautiful flowers in the church thanks to Heather.
Come and join us!!

We are celebrating 200 years of Methodist worship and witness in Stratton St Margaret. You are warmly invited to join us as we give thanks for the past and look forward to the future.

Friday 24 April to Sunday 26 April 2026

Friday 7.00pm
Beetle Drive, fun for all the family. Refreshments served.
Saturday 10am to midday
Craft workshops for all ages. Come and try something new.
Saturday 4.00pm to 5.30pm
Cream Teas with organ music from Christopher Hill.
Saturday 6.30pm
Celebration Concert with the Good Afternoon Choir, The Big Sing Thing and more organ music.
Sunday 10.30am
Morning worship celebrating our heritage.

Join us for worship this Sunday at Stratton Methodist Church — Sunday 12th April at 10.30am.

This week’s service is shaped around Act on Poverty, using Christian Aid Lent resources. Together, we will reflect on God’s justice, compassion, and our calling to love our neighbour in practical ways.

📖 Scripture readings
🌱 Mark 4:30–32 – The kingdom of God grows from small beginnings into something life-giving and full of hope.
⚖️ Amos 5:11–12, 16, 21–24 – God calls for justice to flow like a river and righteousness like a never-failing stream.
✨ Luke 4:14–21 – Jesus declares good news for the poor and freedom for the oppressed.
💐 Matthew 26:6–13 – A beautiful act of love and devotion is remembered in Jesus’ presence.
❤️ Luke 10:25–37 – The parable of the Good Samaritan asks us: Who is my neighbour?

🎵 Hymns and songs
Longing for Light
Hear the Call of the Kingdom
There Is an Everlasting Kindness
We Seek Your Kingdom
Have You Heard God’s Voice

Message focus: Who is my neighbour?
A service inviting us to respond to poverty, injustice, and God’s call to active love.

All are welcome — we look forward to worshipping with you.

Join us - Easter Sunday at 10.30am in the Church as we celebrate Easter.

Easter Sunday reminds us that even in the darkest moments, hope is never lost. We celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the promise of new life. May your hearts be filled with peace, joy and renewed faith this Easter.