St Peter's Bury

Hannah takes us through all the people in Nehemiah 3, reminding us of the size of the task and the importance of every person playing their part. She reminds us that we have a part to play in God's plans, and that he gifts us with the things we need in order to glorify Him and fulfil His purpose. We're sure that this will encourage you - if it does, could you forward it on to a friend so they're b...

Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life is? And how you might find it out, if you don't know at the moment? In Nehemiah, we have a great example of someone who found and fulfilled their purpose. He saw a problem and was inspired to find a solution. He received the provision he needed to make it happen. And he sought the Lord throughout, knowing it was He who made it happen. Simon shows us...

Simon begins our new series, 'Restoring from the Ruins: Seven Lessons from Nehemiah', by taking us through the first chapter. He shows us how when faced with a problem, Nehemiah's first response is to pray to God, a great example for us all! — We hope this message inspires you to first-hope prayer. If we can stand with you in that, please send us a DM or email, which will be passed on to one of ou...

Simon reminds us of our vision, and gives examples of the ways in which we're seeing it come to be, and some plans for next steps we can take. He encourages us to be generous with our resources, in order to see this come to be, drawing on the example of the Corinthian church who thought it a privilege to give, even when they were going through severe trial and poverty. We hope this gets you thinki...

Simon speaks on the vision of this church — that it would be 'in every sphere of Bury, as it is in heaven' — and the pillars we're establishing to bring that about: wholehearted devotion, transformational growth, multiplying faith. Drawing on the rich man and Lazarus, from Luke chapter 19, he urges us to make it true that the people of Bury have the law, the prophets, and the people of St Peter's,...

Simon draws on the words of her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, to show us how she knew that we needed saving. He then leads us to the Good Shepherd, the one who comes to rescue us out of his great love. If you would like to say yes to the invitation of Jesus today, head to stpetersbury.church/jesus to find out more.

Jason speaks from Luke 14 verses 25-33, helping us to understand the size of our love for God in relative terms to the people and things Jesus mentions there. He speaks about the gift of our identity, and placing a premium on the future over short-term gratification. If you found this helpful, please share it with others! Read Luke 14 verses 25-33

Simon gives us a short reflection on the message of the gospel to be heard, always being accompanied with the demonstration of the gospel to be seen. If there are impossibilities in your life, we believe in a God who can turn them around; a God who can do over and above everything we ask or can even imagine. Bring them to him in faith, and get in touch with us if you'd like us to partner with you...

With the final instalment of our Supreme series in the book of Colossians, Simon shows the final instructions, final greetings, and final reminder of Paul. He suffered much, but considered Jesus worth serving wholeheartedly, receiving the joy that comes from that way of living. What's Jesus worth to you? — Read Colossians chapter 3 verses 2-18

Simon speaks about the supremacy of Christ in the context of relationships in the home, workplace, and church. There is joy to be found when we order our lives in the way of Jesus, and our prayer is that this message helps you do just that! Please get in touch if we can be a help to you in any way, and share this with anyone who might find it a blessing. Email: hello@stpetersbury.church Socials: @...

Simon depicts two ways of living from Colossians 3 as two outfits we're invited to choose between. And then he shows us how to live into that with more than willpower alone, by rooting ourselves in Jesus and remembering what is true of us when we're united with him. Finally, we see how God wants us to live, doing everything we do for his glory, giving us purpose and direction. We hope this blesses...

Our Archdeacon, Jean, visited us and spoke about remembering all that Christ has accomplished for those who are in him. And about the freedom that brings to our lives, no longer bound in religious rules and moral regulations, but living a life of faith with Jesus. What would the freedom that Jesus brings look like in your life at the moment? Let us know, and get in touch if we can pray for that to...

Jason speaks from Colossians 2 verses 1-15, encouraging us to be thankful, united, and focussed only on Christ, the one who takes away our shame through his death on the cross. We're praying that this blesses you, and would love to hear from you with any encouragements or requests for prayer. Email: hello@stpetersbury.church Socials: @stpetersbury Read Colossians 2 verses 1-15

Mike Starkey, Head of Church Growth at Manchester Diocese, joined us and spoke from Colossians 1 verses 15-29, helping us to see Jesus as supreme over everything. Mike spoke on Jesus high and mighty above us, comforting and accompanying beside us, and compassionately serving below us. We pray that this blesses you, and would love to pray for you or help you in any way we can. Please get in touch b...

Simon, our Vicar, kicks off our new series in Colossians, 'Supreme', by introducing the book and its key themes, and then taking us through the first section. Colossians is about how Jesus is better than anything else, supreme over everything. It's also an invitation to make him supreme over our lives, dethroning anything that's not him in order to step into fullness of life when he, and he alone,...

On St Peter's day, marking the 150th anniversary of our church building being consecrated to God's glory, Simon focuses in on the life and ministry of Peter. Jesus transformed Peter's life by commissioning this fisher as a fisher of people, and Simon calls us to pick up that same mandate today. Our prayer is that this would bless you, and show you how Jesus is calling out to you. If we can be of h...

Speaking from Revelation 7, Simon enlarges our understanding of salvation to include mind and body, as well as soul. He encourages us to join in praying for healing, restoration, and wholeness in body, mind, and soul. We pray that this blesses you, and would love to pray for you if you're in need of healing. Get in touch, confidentially, by emailing: hello@stpetersbury.church or on socials @stpete...

Speaking from Revelation 4, Simon speaks about the end of the Christian story, and how that affects our here and now. The end isn't about extraction from earth, but heaven and earth becoming one — "God's people don't move out, God moves in." In heaven we see beauty, purity, and worship, so how could we each bring those things more and more to earth, to Bury, now? We' d love to hear your thoughts!...

Listen back to Simon's message from Pentecost Sunday, 'United to Unite', for a look through the role and purpose of the Holy Spirit in uniting us with God, and then propelling us outwards to help others be united with him themselves. If you'd like to find out more about Jesus and what it means to follow him, head to: https://www.stpetersbury.church/jesus And if we can help or pray for you in any w...

Hilary takes us through the miraculous catch of fish, and the breakfast Jesus lays on for his disciples, from John 21 verses 1-14 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=john+21%3A1-14&version=NIV) She shows us how Jesus wants relationship with his followers more than anything, and pursues us today so that we can know him and he can know us. We're praying that you are blessed by this mes...

Continuing on our series looking at the resurrection and everything that came after it at the end of John's gospel, Rammy Khan speaks about the reinstatement of Peter and the simple call to love God and love God first. We're sure this will be a blessing to you! If it is, please share it onwards, so others can be encouraged too.

Sarah speaks about the transformation the Holy Spirit longs to bring about on the inside of us, drawing from the turnaround we see in the lives of the first disciples. They were initially fearful, locked in their grief — but received the Spirit and went on to proclaim Jesus in life and death. We are praying that the same Holy Spirit brings about transformation on the inside of us, and all who list...

Adrian takes us through John 20 verses 24-29 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=john+20%3A24-29&version=NIV ), the account of Jesus' appearing to Thomas, showing him his hands and side, and calling him to believe.

Simon speaks on the great exchange of the resurrection, where we give Jesus all our brokenness and get a share in everything glorious that he is and has. John 20 verses 1-18: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=john+20%3A1-18&version=NIV We believe that through the cross and resurrection, Jesus is inviting you to be united with him, now and forever. Find out more about that, and say y...

Listen back to Simon's Easter message, looking at Jesus seeing, naming, and inviting Mary to revel in his resurrection. We believe that through the cross and resurrection, Jesus is inviting you to be united with him, now and forever. Find out more about that, and say yes to his invitation, at: https://www.stpetersbury.church/jesus