Cheddington Methodist Church

Minister Rev RICHARD ATKINSON (Superintendent)  01296 339899
(from 1st September) Rev NOREEN DALEY-LEE

MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER

Dear Friends,

It has been a privilege and honour to have had the opportunity to serve as a Methodist minister among you. I always knew I was here for a short period but never thought it would be this quick. I have enjoyed ministry here at Cheddington. Your reception of me has been beyond description. I want to thank those who have stopped me in the street to speak to me. I hope I was polite and receptive. Those who attended Sunday morning services and every third Thursday Communion, I pray for the Lord’s continued blessing upon you. I shall remember you in my prayers as I enter a new phase of ministry. 

As stated in my first letter, I am a salesman selling a two-thousand-year-old product, Jesus. He never expires, and no new model replaces Him. ‘Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.’ (Hebrews 13:8). The implication is that establishing a relationship with Jesus is eternal. He will always keep His promises, especially that of His presence remaining with you. However, you may be struggling with your health, marriage, family, job, addiction, fear, loneliness, or finances raising doubts in your mind. Remember God’s assurance to Paul in Philippians 4:19 that He will supply all his needs following the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus. With this mindset, you may pray: ‘Dear loving and faithful God, my needs overwhelm me, help me to bring each of them to you, and trust that you will provide. You know my condition even more than I do, for which I thank you. I also thank you for the assurance given to me in your word.

Now, I want to commend my successor, the Revd Noreen Daley-Lee and her family. I pray that you give them the same, if not better, reception you have provided me. Please pray that she will be fruitful in the Lord’s vineyard in word and deed and that you will grow together in Him.
Once again, thank you. I pray that the Spirit of God that brought Jesus Christ back to life will work in you, your families, friends, and all your endeavours.

With every blessing of God,
John

We shall be sad to say ‘Farewell’ to John because although he has only been with us a short time he has endeared himself to us.  We have been inspired by his services, his caring and his infectious smile and sense of humour.  We wish him well as he moves to London and hope he and his family soon begin to settle in their new surroundings. 

SERVICES FOR  2022

 We welcome everyone to come along to our church to share in our worship and other activities. Services begin on Sundays at 10.30 am unless otherwise stated.

"THE TOAST” – FOR PARENTS, CARERS and LITTLE ONES
For all parents/carers of per-school children and babies, join us in the Chapel schoolroom on Monday mornings 9.15 – 11.00 during term time for a gentle start to the week. There are toys, activities and refreshments (including toast!) and a warm welcome.   Tel Nicola 662010 or Janet 660205 for more information.

OPEN DOORS – Friday morning 10.30 a.m – noon at the Methodist Chapel.
This is an opportunity for village people to meet/socialise each Friday morning and have a cup of tea/coffee and a biscuit/cake. Contact Jeanne 662876 for more information.

LOOP SYSTEM
For those people with hearing aids, we have an induction loop system installed and working in the chapel.

Schoolroom Bookings: For all enquiries, please contact Janet Banham,  Tel. 660205 or email .