Whoever you are and wherever you are on life's journey
Welcome to United Reformed Church of Eastcote and Northwood Hills
Our vision is to be a progressive, welcoming and worshiping community that celebrates diversity by following the way of Christ together.
Our Mission
To work tirelessly towards bringing about a just and peaceful society in which all people are equal in the eyes of each other and of the Holy Spirit.
Our Present Story
Covid-19 pandemic has meant we have had to make a lot of changes in the way we do things. Our church building is closed. It will remain closed until we are sure we can resume ‘normal’ service safely. Our landscape has changed, and we are trying new things to make sure we still provide a Sunday Service and a welcome.
Zoom Church Service
We meet virtually on a Sunday for worship, and along with other churches who find themselves with a similar situation, we have the service on a Zoom platform. Our service starts at 10.30am and lasts for about 45 minutes. We are open from 10.15am.
If you would like to join in the Zoom service either using a laptop, tablet, smart phone, mobile or just using your own home phone, or if you would like a prayer said for you, please click here to email the Church Secretary. If you are new to Zoom, we will be able to give you assistance. Click here for Church service dates / who is leading each Service.
To work tirelessly towards bringing about a just and peaceful society in which all people are equal in the eyes of each other and of the Holy Spirit.
Our Present Story
Covid-19 pandemic has meant we have had to make a lot of changes in the way we do things. Our church building is closed. It will remain closed until we are sure we can resume ‘normal’ service safely. Our landscape has changed, and we are trying new things to make sure we still provide a Sunday Service and a welcome.
Zoom Church Service
We meet virtually on a Sunday for worship, and along with other churches who find themselves with a similar situation, we have the service on a Zoom platform. Our service starts at 10.30am and lasts for about 45 minutes. We are open from 10.15am.
If you would like to join in the Zoom service either using a laptop, tablet, smart phone, mobile or just using your own home phone, or if you would like a prayer said for you, please click here to email the Church Secretary. If you are new to Zoom, we will be able to give you assistance. Click here for Church service dates / who is leading each Service.
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Our Foodbank - Tuesdays 10am - 12 noon - remains OPEN! You are welcome!
Click here for more information about the Foodbank or donations needed. The Foodbank is in need of:
Long life milk Tea bags (small boxes are good) Tinned meat Tinned fish Tinned veg Toiletries esp unisex hair shampoo and shower gel Thank you for your support
Grateful for your vaccine? The United Reformed Church (URC) is hoping to raise £10,000 for its ‘Give Thanks for Your Vaccine’ fundraising campaign, developed with Christian Aid. Click the link to find out more.
Fair Trade Fortnight 2021 - find out more here.
World Day of Prayer - 5th March 2021 - see here for more information and below for their Youtube video.
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We are an inclusive Christian community that delights in difference.
We welcome and affirm people of all race, gender, sexuality, age, faith and abilities; and work to promote justice, equality and the well-being of all people. Our building is registered for the celebration of same sex marriage. |
Development of the Vision
Architects have drawn up a plan which enhances the accessibility of the main church building and relocates the community halls (currently at the rear of the site) in the front, by (a) rebuilding the existing mezzanine floor and, in effect, adding a new storey to the existing building; and (b) utilising space at the front of the church to create a café and kitchen/servery. This is our continuing story…….
Architects have drawn up a plan which enhances the accessibility of the main church building and relocates the community halls (currently at the rear of the site) in the front, by (a) rebuilding the existing mezzanine floor and, in effect, adding a new storey to the existing building; and (b) utilising space at the front of the church to create a café and kitchen/servery. This is our continuing story…….
Our Recent Past Story
Our Minister, Rev Liz Shaw retired in September 2020 after having served here for 15 years. We wish her well in her retirement and continue to thank her for her ministry in which she showed great love, kindness and generosity. We have many fond memories of her time here!
Our Minister, Rev Liz Shaw retired in September 2020 after having served here for 15 years. We wish her well in her retirement and continue to thank her for her ministry in which she showed great love, kindness and generosity. We have many fond memories of her time here!
Prayers & Reflections
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Dear and glorious God, we cry to you.
At the moment, love seems both deeply hidden and alive like never before. Selfishness is alarmingly exposed, numbing us to the fear which feeds it. Selflessness is gloriously and exhaustingly alive, restoring our faith in you and in humanity. In this Lenten time, stir in us, waking your love, enriching us with your grace to be gracious. Comfort us to know that our small steps made well are your active, powerful love. Amen. ©Revd Elizabeth Gray-King This is the Time to Pray Youtube video above - Andrew D. Brewis' song which raises funds for Christian Aid. More info here.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness “– Desmond Tutu
Eternal, ever-present God, visible and yet invisible, we bring our prayers for those we know and those unknown to us.
We seek to journey with you and with them, to support and uphold them with prayer and love. |
Bring your peace Lord Youtube video (above)
Come, God of compassion, to be with all whose loneliness makes every night longer than the one before;
Come, God of brokenness, to mend those whose shattered lives seem impossible to put back together; Come, God of the gentle arms, to cuddle all the children who cry themselves to sleep; Come, God of every moment, come, God of every person, that we might be the people others need to find in every moment of their lives. Amen ©Thom M Shuman Greatest Commandment
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.
Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these. Mark 12: 29-31 |
Some times and places prompt me to pray: paddling along a beach; lying on my settee with my cat sat purring on my stomach; looking at the moon and the stars; walking barefoot through a field full of buttercups; sitting in a church, watching the sun shine through coloured glass and making changing patterns on the stones; smelling bluebells in woods after it’s been raining; curling up warm and cosy when it’s dark and cold outside.
Some times and places prompt me to pray. Words come joyfully and easy. Wow! Beautiful! Thank you, God. Amazing! Amen
©Ruth Burgess
Some times and places prompt me to pray. Words come joyfully and easy. Wow! Beautiful! Thank you, God. Amazing! Amen
©Ruth Burgess
The URC provides a daily devotion with a short Bible reading, reflection and a prayer:
Read the URC Daily Devotions on the URC Daily Devotions Archive (which also includes information on subscribing to Daily Devotions via email).
Read the URC Daily Devotions on the URC Daily Devotions Archive (which also includes information on subscribing to Daily Devotions via email).
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Feel inspired to write your own prayer for us?
Then email us your prayer and we may feature it here. |
Resources: URC Prayer Handbook 2021, Bare Feet and Buttercups ISBN 978-1-905010-50-9, Roots on the Web, World Day of Prayer.
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Find us
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Address:
United Reformed Church of Eastcote & Northwood Hills, Joel Street, Northwood Hills, Middlesex, HA6 1NL For contact names & details and travel directions see our Contact page. |
Copyright: Banners, Halls & View photos by NN, LJN or SM. Welcome background by Mike Sanchez (edited) & Candle picture by Carla Sinclair - via Creationswap.com; URC Logo; Church photo by CW;
ROOTS links: © ROOTS for Churches Ltd (www.rootsontheweb.com) 2002-2020. Reproduced with permission.
ROOTS links: © ROOTS for Churches Ltd (www.rootsontheweb.com) 2002-2020. Reproduced with permission.