The Shore Community Church

Our full Sunday service from 3rd September 2023.

Message: Weightier: The Radical Kingdom - Jamie Fredricks

In Matthew 23, Jesus speaks directly to one of the most committed and conscientious religious communities of his day… and is utterly scathing! Is there something in the ‘religious mindset’ that can draw us into focussing on rule-keeping and wall-building? While the objects of this diligence may have value, Jesus’ words are a stark reminder that there are in fact “weightier”. “more important” matters that require our significant attention. Jamie draws out the implications of this in what we prioritise in our ministry as a church; And also in how we relate to one another, especially when it comes to disagreements over doctrine.

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Steve Jobs, the pioneer of tech giant Apple, once said ‘I’d rather be a pirate than join the navy’.

Still clearly not quite over this summer’s holiday club with its buccaneering theme… Jamie muses on the connection between small, radical movements on the fringes, and the power to effect revolutionary change. Jesus’ metaphors of salt, light, mustard seeds and yeast in the dough seem to underscore that it is the small and humble, rather than the mighty and powerful, that have real power for transformation. Drawing upon Anabaptist theology, Jamie illustrates the dangers of ‘establishment thinking’ and challenges us to rethink our perception of ‘the Holy’.

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Our full Sunday service from 27th August 2023.

Message: Raise a Black Flag: The Radical Kingdom - Jamie Fredricks

Steve Jobs, the pioneer of tech giant Apple, once said ‘I’d rather be a pirate than join the navy’.

Still clearly not quite over this summer’s holiday club with its buccaneering theme… Jamie muses on the connection between small, radical movements on the fringes, and the power to effect revolutionary change. Jesus’ metaphors of salt, light, mustard seeds and yeast in the dough seem to underscore that it is the small and humble, rather than the mighty and powerful, that have real power for transformation. Drawing upon Anabaptist theology, Jamie illustrates the dangers of ‘establishment thinking’ and challenges us to rethink our perception of ‘the Holy’.

To find out more about The Shore Community, visit our website: http://www.theshorecommunity.church
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This week Elisa talks to us about widening horizons, and how God can always do infinitely more than we ask or imagine, no matter what we're talking about or what we're afraid of!

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Our full Sunday service from 20th August 2023.

Message: Stepping Over Fear Into Blessing - Elisa Evitts

This week Elisa talks to us about widening horizons, and how God can always do infinitely more than we ask or imagine, no matter what we're talking about or what we're afraid of!

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Most people can be very impacted at times by what they think other people are thinking about them; Indeed, the opinions of others are an important dimension of living in community. They can be a very necessary way in which we receive guidance, critique or even discipline. But opinions need to be filtered and weighed, not taken at face value: Ultimately, we need to test them with our heavenly Father. Jamie explores this pastoral topic, offering some reflections of how we might cultivate a place of intimate, honest self reflection as part of our relationship with God.

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Our full Sunday service from 13th August 2023.

Message: What They Think - Jamie Fredricks

Most people can be very impacted at times by what they think other people are thinking about them; Indeed, the opinions of others are an important dimension of living in community. They can be a very necessary way in which we receive guidance, critique or even discipline. But opinions need to be filtered and weighed, not taken at face value: Ultimately, we need to test them with our heavenly Father. Jamie explores this pastoral topic, offering some reflections of how we might cultivate a place of intimate, honest self reflection as part of our relationship with God.

To find out more about The Shore Community, visit our website: http://www.theshorecommunity.church
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“We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.”

Romans 8:28 is a well known Bible passage, often quoted and used to encourage us when we face adversity. But taken out of context it can seem a little bit trite, simplistic or even insensitive. Jamie broadens the scope to consider the discussion in which this verse occurs, which shows us a very real appreciation of the struggles and trials of life. The writer, Paul, offers a nuanced and pastoral perspective, which assures his readers of God’s love, while emphasising their own role in the journey towards healing and resurrection.

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Our full Sunday service from 6th August 2023.

Message: Groans and Sighs - Jamie Fredricks

“We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.”

Romans 8:28 is a well known Bible passage, often quoted and used to encourage us when we face adversity. But taken out of context it can seem a little bit trite, simplistic or even insensitive. Jamie broadens the scope to consider the discussion in which this verse occurs, which shows us a very real appreciation of the struggles and trials of life. The writer, Paul, offers a nuanced and pastoral perspective, which assures his readers of God’s love, while emphasising their own role in the journey towards healing and resurrection.

To find out more about The Shore Community, visit our website: http://www.theshorecommunity.church
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCIYIaHy0uL57K_OwIJAxUA
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We all have something unique and valuable to share in God’s Kingdom! This week, Sylvia draws upon the Parable of the Two Sons and the Vineyard, and the Parable of the Talents to illustrate how an understanding of our gifting and calling is underpinned by willingness and an enterprising spirit. We can confidently explore our place as part of God’s ‘Dream Team’ knowing he has lovingly created us for exactly this purpose.

To find out more about The Shore Community, visit our website: http://www.theshorecommunity.church
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