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Stradbroke Baptist Church

Stradbroke Baptist Church, Laxfield Road, Stradbroke, Suffolk

Join us on Sunday mornings… we are open for worship – you would be made most welcome. Sundays: 10:15am Worship Service

We are compliant with the latest Government laws for COVID-19. Facemasks should be worn whilst in the Chapel.

Jesus Offers Comfort to All… 1 “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also. 4 And where I go you know, and the way you know.” 5 Thomas said to Him, “Lord, we do not know where You are going, and how can we know the way?” 6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. John 14:1-6

A poem… a thought… a prayer… There is real wisdom, in the adage 'It is always Springtime in the heart that loves God.' Springtime is a season of optimism and hope, and the Christian lives a faith centred on hope. Winter, with its cold and dark days has gone, just as Good Friday has passed to Easter and beyond. We live a resurrection life reflected in the new life springing up around us. We give thanks the to the Lord, for the hope He offers to all, both of renewal to this world and to the hearts of all who would believe upon Him.

Would you like to join me in praying for the folk of Stradbroke and their loved ones… Gracious Loving Heavenly Father, I pray that you would be our Defender, and deliver us from those things that would crush hope in the lives of our villagers – young and old. May we all be encouraged with confident expectation of Your blessings and lovingkindness to cheer our hearts in the days ahead. May we, individually and collectively, look to You as our ultimate hope and our helper in all things. Give us faith in place of despair, and resilience in place of resignation. Turn any anguish or desperation into elation and assurance. Lifter of our heads, we pray for Your healing touch upon all in our community. So many people are suffering in so many ways. May you draw near to them and may they experience your presence, comfort, peace and help in their time of need. I pray for Your healing and justice for those who have been treated unkindly during their lives. I pray for strengthening and prosperity for the local businesses that are struggling through so many challenges of late – for the families that own them and for their employees. I pray that You would uphold our farming community during this challenging time, may you be their provider. I pray for wisdom for the village leaders as they strive to achieve what is best for all. May Your grace, mercy and peace be known by all in full measure. For I ask in the precious name of Jesus. Amen.

The church and I continue to pray for you all and welcome any specific prayer requests for yourself or loved ones. May God bless us all,

Bruce Francis – Pastor 01379 388 744 or 07484 219 265 or psalm34.8@yahoo.com

Home and Mobility Aids

I have recently been given a small number of home and mobility aids to assist in walking, bathing, cooking and sleeping. If you know anyone who could benefit from any of these please let me know. They are basically brand new and in excellent condition. You are welcome to borrow them or have them as a gift. Please contact me for fuller details. I will be most happy to deliver any needed items. Bruce Francis – Pastor