Melksham Church

As we begin a new year, we’re starting a new series looking in depth at the ancient Creed we recite week by week. 28th January 2024 Isaiah 40 Charlie Thomson  St Michael’s, Melksham

As we begin a new year, we’re starting a new series looking in depth at the ancient Creed we recite week by week. 14th January 2024 Matthew 6 Celia Shill St Michael’s, Melksham

As we begin a new year, we’re starting a new series looking in depth at the ancient Creed we recite week by week. But why bother with a clear definition of the Christian faith, and what difference does it make to profess it? 7th January 2024 Hebrews 11:1-6 Charlie Thomson St Michael’s, Melksham

The calling God has placed on the church not only feels difficult - it’s impossible. But we’ve got a God who can do miracles! As we launch into a new year, let’s pray that His ‘all-surpassing power’ would be at work Making Jesus Known 2 Cor 4 Charlie Thomson  3rd Dec 2023 St Michael’s, Melksham

As we kick off a new (ecclesiastical) year, we’re leaning into a new vision set by the Bishop for our Diocese of Salisbury - ‘Making Jesus Known’, which is a great summary of what every church should be doing.  26th November 2033 2 Corinthians 4 Charlie Thomson  St Michael’s, Melksham

We all know our Achilles Heel when it comes to temptation. Is it realistic, or even possible to control our passions and desires?! Galatians 5 says it is… Galatians 5 29th October 2023 Charlie Thomson St Michael’s, Melksham

What does God have to do with the rest of life? Should there be a separation between the secular and the sacred; between Sunday and Monday; between private faith and public life? Jesus says ‘no’… Matthew 23:15-22 22nd Oct 2023 Charlie Thomson  St Barnabas, Beanacre

John 4 Francis Moloney 22nd October, 2023 St Michael’s, Melksham

Titus 2-3 Charlie Thomson 8th October 2023 St Michael’s, Melksham

Francis Moloney Ruth 1 October 1st St Michael’s, Melksham

Good things come to those who wait… but what if we don’t like waiting?! Psalm 130 is a great prayer that gives us a practical model of how to grow in the virtue of patience.  24th September Psalm 130 Charlie Thomson  St Michael’s, Melksham

In a world of chaos and anxiety, what does it mean to have peace?  17th September, 2023 Matthew 6 Francis Moloney St Michael’s, Melksham

Is Christianity a spent force? Scripture portrays the church as a Vineyard, and although it seems there isn’t much fruit at the moment, history suggests that the stage may be set for a fresh move of the Spirit.  Galatians 5 3rd September, 2023 St Michael’s, Melksham Charlie Thomson 

What do we need to do in order to know that we have been saved? In Romans 10, Paul explains how we can have assurance of salvation.  Romans 10 Francis Moloney St Michael’s, Melksham 13th August 2023

Many people have an allergic reaction to the idea of predestination - the belief that God is sovereign over our lives. However, Romans 9 is crystal clear not only that God is in control, but that this is great news for us today.  Romans 9 Charlie Thomson  6th August 2023 St Michael’s, Melksham

How can we know God loves us? In this great chapter, Paul explains not only that we are loved by God, but that we can be sure about it Romans 8 23rd July 2023 Francis Moloney St Michael’s Melksham

Do you ever wonder if you’re a bit of a rubbish Christian? You’re in good company! In Romans 7, St Paul gives us all encouragement by explaining how struggling against sin is par for the course for Christians.  Romans 7 2nd July 2023 Charlie Thomson St Michael’s, Melksham

If God is so loving, and he’ll freely forgive our sins, doesn’t that mean we can do whatever we want?! In Romans 6, Paul anticipated the obvious question, and explains how God’s Grace doesn’t encourage more sin, but helps us to live holy lives Romans 6 25th June 2023 Charlie Thomson St Michael’s, Melksham