Our Gospel reading this Sunday begins with Jesus encountering Matthew the Tax Collector and asking him to become his follower. Matthew doesn’t hesitate; he just leaves everything behind to follow Jesus. It was this Matthew who recorded what he had seen and heard during his time with Jesus to write the Gospel that bears his name. Legend has it that after the ascension he preached in Judea and then ...
In our reading from John’s gospel, Jesus is praying that God will glorify him and lift him up to the position alongside the Father which the Messiah of Jewish tradition was supposed to attain. When we think of the word ‘glory’ we think of high renown or honour, magnificence or great beauty, and we give glory to earthly things as well as heavenly. As a dedicated follower of fashion, ...
Our All Souls Service of Remembrance is a quiet and reflective service where we gather to remember those who have died and give thanks for their lives. During the service, there is the opportunity to light a candle in memory of a loved one and to hold them before God in prayer. Whether your loss is recent or from years past, you are warmly invited to come, to remember, ...
Join us for the traditional Trafalgar Day Service at Nelson’s Monument, as we honour the life and legacy of Admiral Lord Nelson and all those who served at sea. This annual service includes hymns, prayers, and readings, with the stirring accompaniment of musket volleys and a tot of rum — a true Great Yarmouth tradition! All are warmly invited to attend this special outdoor act of remembrance and thanksgiving. ...
Join us for a special celebration of the Ascension of our Lord on Thursday 29th May at 7:00pm at St. Mary’s Church, Great Yarmouth. This reflective Eucharist service marks the moment when Jesus ascended into heaven, forty days after Easter. All are welcome to attend as we gather in prayer, scripture, and song to commemorate this important event in the Christian calendar.
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