A testimony from Jenny

Jenny

My early memories of church recall me to a dark, dismal place for solemn people called Christians. I was taught that Jesus only loved children, and I remember trying so hard because I wanted Him to love me. When I was 6 years old, my father joined the RAF and the following year, my mother took my brother and I to live in SE Devon, in railway carriages which had previously been holiday accommodation for all our relatives. The freedom of this simple life and the friendship of country folk (who never went to church, because there was not one) released me from the fear of not being good enough for God.

The unfolding beauty of His creation all around me drew out such a strong response of thankfulness that it seemed as if I was talking to Him – a natural way to pray. I began to trust Him as I learnt more about His love for me, even when I was not always good. I accepted Jesus as my Saviour, but I did not want to be identified as a Christian.

However, we could not remain in Devon forever and just as I reached my teens, we moved to Horsham. That meant Sundays in church again, but it was not so bad after all. It became routine and by the time we and our friends had our own families, life seemed to revolve around Church activities.

I was middle-aged when I was challenged by the question, “You believe you are a Christian, but are you a disciple?” We, I knew Jesus had disciples who followed Him around and sat on hillsides while He taught them how to obey God’s laws and live in the way that pleased Him. I had thought I knew it all.

As I pondered the question and read the Bible for answers, I realised that disciples are students learning from their master. Jesus was training them to con9nue His work on earth aIfter His death and resurrection. My childhood faith was just the beginning and needed to be built on.

So, this past 40 years of learning have revealed God’s inclusive love for all people who dwell on this wonderful earth He created. He trusts His disciples to be good stewards.
I enjoy the fellowship (i.e. friendship) of others at church on Sunday mornings and usually learn fresh truths about God as we listen and pray together.

December 2024

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Planning your Visit

A warm welcome

We are one Church in three locations and we will be pleased to welcome you. Although we are

different on the outside, inside you will find communities of believers gathering to praise and

worship God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and trying to live out our faith by serving others as best we can.

How to find us

Choose the chapel which is convenient for you, a map can be found on each chapel’s homepage.

For those arriving by car, there is a small car park at the London Road chapel, and nearby parking on the road and in public car parks. At St Andrew’s and Partridge Green there is parking in the roads nearby. If coming by train, St Andrew’s chapel is a 15 minute walk from Littlehaven station and London Road chapel about ten minutes from Horsham station.

Planning your visit

For your first visit, we suggest arriving about 10-15 minutes early. You will be greeted by a Welcome Steward who will be able to answer any questions you may have. All our chapels are wheelchair-accessible and have accessible toilets. There is a hearing loop for those who need it at the London road chapel. At all chapels hymn words are displayed on a screen, but hymn books are available if you prefer.

Our Services

The Sunday services in all our chapels is at 10.30am. For more information see our Sunday Services page (link). The service lasts for 60-75 minutes, and includes hymns and songs, prayer, Bible readings and a talk, usually based around the readings. The service is led by one of own ministers or by a lay person who has been trained in leading worship. Once a month in each chapel we celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion, to which all are welcome. Gluten-free bread and alcohol-free wine are used at this service. At the end of the service, tea, coffee and biscuits are served and there is the opportunity to chat informally. Please do introduce yourself, we will be pleased to get to know you.

Midweek worship

We realise that Sunday worship is not convenient for everyone. At our London Road chapel we have a monthly service on a Thursday, which is held in the afternoon at 2.30pm. Please see our calendar for the dates. This is a shorter, more informal act of worship, accompanied by tea/coffee and cake, and held in the ‘Meeting Place’, a new space at the front of the chapel.

Can I bring my children?

Messy Church, which is especially for parents, carers and children, takes place at St Andrews on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 3 to 5pm and at Partridge Green during the school holidays (see our calendars for dates and to book for MC at St Andrews).

If you would like to talk to one of our ministers, please use our Contact Us page . We look forward to welcoming you soon.