: Read the Book: Galatians 1 & 2 - Chris Duncan (Galatians 1 & 2)
Voice: Shepherd's Voice - Clare Thompson
July 28th 11am: Voice: Shepherd’s voice (John 10:4). The Love language of God.
Sometimes we project our fears on to God and think his voice is harsh. These verses speak of the tenderness of God. They speak of His knowledge of us and our ability to know Him. When we hear the voice of God, we know we are known by him (c.f. Hagar in Genesis 16:13). That is why prophecy and word of knowledge can be so powerful. That is why the prophetic is for encouraging and comfort. The voice of God is a love language, sometimes a love song, and one where we are fully and deeply known. Download Discussion notes
Voice: Shepherd's Voice - Clare Thompson (11am Sermon)
July 28th 11am: Voice: Shepherd’s voice (John 10:4). The Love language of God.
Sometimes we project our fears on to God and think his voice is harsh. These verses speak of the tenderness of God. They speak of His knowledge of us and our ability to know Him. When we hear the voice of God, we know we are known by him (c.f. Hagar in Genesis 16:13). That is why prophecy and word of knowledge can be so powerful. That is why the prophetic is for encouraging and comfort. The voice of God is a love language, sometimes a love song, and one where we are fully and deeply known. Download Discussion notes
Voice: Challenging voice - Rachel Riddall
July 21st 7pm: Voice: Challenging voice (Hebrews 3:7-15)
These few verses tell us twice not to harden our hearts to the voice of God. Scripture says when God says something twice- take notice (Genesis 41:32). Download Discussion notes
Voice: Challenging voice - Rachel Riddall (7pm Sermon)
July 21st 7pm: Voice: Challenging voice (Hebrews 3:7-15)
These few verses tell us twice not to harden our hearts to the voice of God. Scripture says when God says something twice- take notice (Genesis 41:32). Download Discussion notes
8am Service at Alma for August
Whilst the crypt is being renovated, the 8am service will be meeting at Alma Church throughout August. There’s plenty of parking nearby. Address is Ama Church, St John's Rd, Bristol BS8 2ES
The Woodies Podcast - August Edition
Here is the second Woodies podcast. On this episode Nigel and Rachel reflect on hearing the voice of God including an interview with Hellie Brunt. They also look at how to find rest whilst on holiday and there are some great healing stories and some summer reading book recommendations. Due to the incredible amount of good stuff in this episode, it's a long player edition.
Nigel's preach can be found here.
Book Recommendations:
Love Does - Bob Goff
The Heart is a Noisy Room - Ron Boyd-Macmillan
The Tattooist of Auschwitz - Heather Morris
God of violence yesterday, God of love today - Helen Paynter
Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the world's largest religion - Rebecca Mclaughlin
Listening to God - Joyce Huggett
Can you hear me? - Brad Jersak
Prophecy for Anyone - Jenny Campbell
How to Pray: a simple guide for normal people - Pete Greig
Student Welcome Time is Coming
Every year at Woodies we put on a free BBQ to welcome students to Bristol. Freshers’ Week can be a great, but often overwhelming time for a lot of new students … So with this in mind, we thought they’d really appreciate a burger and a warm welcome to help them settle in. And just a little taste of a church being friendly, modern & accessible can make a massive difference and be a stepping stone towards Jesus.
To make this all happen we need a lot of helping hands and smiling faces. This year it’s the 23rd-25th September - if you’re free, we would love to have you on team. Please sign up here with your availability and details and we will be in contact soon!
Voice: Challenging voice - Rob Scott-Cook
July 21st 11am: Voice: Challenging voice (Hebrews 3:7-15)
These few verses tell us twice not to harden our hearts to the voice of God. Scripture says when God says something twice- take notice (Genesis 41:32). Download Discussion notes
Voice: Challenging voice - Rob Scott-Cook (11am Podcast)
July 21st 11am: Voice: Challenging voice (Hebrews 3:7-15)
These few verses tell us twice not to harden our hearts to the voice of God. Scripture says when God says something twice- take notice (Genesis 41:32). Download Discussion notes
Voice: Still Small Voice - Rob Scott-Cook
July 14th 7pm: Voice: Still Small voice (1 Kings 19).
Elijah is one of the most memorable, stand out prophets in the Old Testament with a ministry in signs and wonders. He experienced real spiritual highs, but also spiritual lows, to the point of him wanting to give up on life itself v 4. Download Discussion notes
An Evening for Men - 16th July
This is an evening for men, looking at the topic of the Kingdom of God. How do we serve the Kingdom of God when we have so many other competing kingdoms in our lives? The evening is free but please register your place.
It is easy to forget that the bible starts with God creating Man in His likeness so that Man could rule over the earth on God’s behalf. It is a lofty honour that can feel redundant within our modern day-to-day lives but yet it would appear that we were designed with ruling in mind. We are created to be kings of this earth. Join the Alive and Dangerous team for an honest and practical look at how we might better reflect the kingship God had in mind, a kingship in which humility is the highest virtue.
The evening will be hosted by team from Woodies who are part of Alive and Dangerous (A&D) which is a Christian charity with a mission to help guide men along the narrow path to freedom. At its core, A&D is a fellowship of men that believe that Jesus is the answer to all of life’s questions and struggles. It is a fellowship that believes in honesty, integrity and a joyful expression of faith. More information can be found on the A&D website.
Voice: Still Small Voice - David Mitchell
July 14th Voice: Still Small voice (1 Kings 19).
Elijah is one of the most memorable, stand out prophets in the Old Testament with a ministry in signs and wonders. He experienced real spiritual highs, but also spiritual lows, to the point of him wanting to give up on life itself v 4. Download Discussion notes
Voice: Still Small Voice - Rob Scott-Cook (7pm Podcast)
July 14th 7pm: Voice: Still Small voice (1 Kings 19).
Elijah is one of the most memorable, stand out prophets in the Old Testament with a ministry in signs and wonders. He experienced real spiritual highs, but also spiritual lows, to the point of him wanting to give up on life itself v 4. Download Discussion notes
Voice: Still Small Voice - David Mitchell (11am Podcast)
July 14th 11am: Voice: Still Small voice (1 Kings 19).
Elijah is one of the most memorable, stand out prophets in the Old Testament with a ministry in signs and wonders. He experienced real spiritual highs, but also spiritual lows, to the point of him wanting to give up on life itself v 4. Download Discussion notes
We are looking to appoint a new Youth Minister
Youth Minister
Woodlands Church, Bristol
We are looking to appoint a Youth Minister.
Woodlands Church is a large, vibrant church in the centre of Bristol.
We have over 100 young people connected to our youth ministry. If you are highly motivated, enthusiastic, able to take initiative, work well in a team and are passionate to see young people grow in their faith, we’d love you to apply. £21-£24K pro rata, dependant on experience. Full time or part time role available. Previous experience in Youth work or ministry is needed. The post is subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance.
For a Full Job Description please use this link
For an Application Form please use this link
For more further details or to apply for this role, contact
Julia.shrimpton@woodlandschurch.net
Closing date for applications 31st July. www.woodlandschurch.net/teenagers
Voice: Familiar Voice - Nigel Savage
July 7th 2018 7pm. Voice: Familiar Voice (1 Samuel:3).
Samuel is a prophet with huge influence. He represents a huge hinge moment in the history of God’s people. He like other prophets (Moses, Jeremiah, John the Baptist) is ushering in a new era, in this case the age of the Kings. When Samuel is called, he is a young boy and mistakes the voice of God for the voice of Eli, the aged priest who is his guardian v 4. Download Discussion notes
Voice: Familiar Voice - Nigel Savage (7pm Podcast)
July 7th 2018 7pm. Voice: Familiar Voice (1 Samuel:3).
Samuel is a prophet with huge influence. He represents a huge hinge moment in the history of God’s people. He like other prophets (Moses, Jeremiah, John the Baptist) is ushering in a new era, in this case the age of the Kings. When Samuel is called, he is a young boy and mistakes the voice of God for the voice of Eli, the aged priest who is his guardian v 4. Download Discussion notes
Voice: Familiar Voice - Rachel Riddall
July 7th 2018 11am. Voice: Familiar Voice (1 Samuel:3).
Samuel is a prophet with huge influence. He represents a huge hinge moment in the history of God’s people. He like other prophets (Moses, Jeremiah, John the Baptist) is ushering in a new era, in this case the age of the Kings. When Samuel is called, he is a young boy and mistakes the voice of God for the voice of Eli, the aged priest who is his guardian v 4. Download Discussion notes
Voice: Familiar Voice - Rachel Riddall (11am Podcast)
July 7th 2018 11am. Voice: Familiar Voice (1 Samuel:3).
Samuel is a prophet with huge influence. He represents a huge hinge moment in the history of God’s people. He like other prophets (Moses, Jeremiah, John the Baptist) is ushering in a new era, in this case the age of the Kings. When Samuel is called, he is a young boy and mistakes the voice of God for the voice of Eli, the aged priest who is his guardian v 4. Download Discussion notes