Celebrations cancelled, holidays deferred, family gatherings postponed; we’ve all faced disappointment of one sort or another this year. Fliss shares how her plans were drastically altered, and Rachel uncovers a message of hope for us all in the Psalms. Pauline invites us into her home as she lights the third Advent Candle, and music is […]
Worship for Sunday 6 December 2020 – Advent 2
We all face tough times, but perhaps there’s no tougher situation to face than the loss of a loved one. This week we hear a story of Advent hope that emerges from deep, personal loss. We don’t pretend to have all the answers, but together, we’re looking for Hope in these tough times. Do join […]
Crookham URC Closing Service – 29 November 2020
With our friends at Crookham URC, we give thanks for the faithful witness and service of the Church to the village for nearly 300 years. Members of Wooler URC are honoured to help with their closing service held online during the Covid-19 pandemic. The service can be viewed here.
Worship for Advent Sunday – 29 November 2020
As we start Advent whilst under pandemic restrictions, we look for signs of hope in tough times. Waiting can be difficult for many people, yet much of our life is spent waiting – particularly at the moment when life is on hold. Patrick looks at Isaiah’s words of hope to the Israelites in exile, and […]
Worship for Sunday 22 November 2020
Worship for friends and members of Wooler URC in Northumberland, UK. In the last of our series of Unsung Women of the Bible, Lisa leads our reflections about Huldah, a forgotten prophetess in the Old Testament whose message prompted people to return to God. Prayers and Bible readings are by members of the congregation, and […]
Worship for Sunday 15 November 2020
Worship for friends and members of Wooler URC in Northumberland, UK. As we continue our service series of Unsung Women of the Bible, Joan leads our reflections about Rahab, a woman who was shunned by her community, and found favour with God through her devotion to Him. Joan also leads us in a virtual celebration […]
Worship for Sunday 8 November 2020 – Remembrance Sunday
Worship for friends and members of Wooler URC in Northumberland, UK. Continuing our service series of Unsung Women of the Bible, Jane leads our reflections about Deborah, an inspiring female leader of Israel. To mark Remembrance Sunday we have two special musical contributions to give us time for reflection. Prayers and Bible readings are by […]
Worship for Sunday 1 November 2020
Worship for friends and members of Wooler URC in Northumberland, UK. Continuing our service series of Unsung Women of the Bible, Fliss leads our reflections about Hagar, whose story can be found in Genesis. Hers is a tale of persecution and of fleeing for safety with her child – a story that resonates with our […]
Worship for Sunday 25 October 2020
Worship for friends and members of Wooler URC in Northumberland, UK. In the second service of our new Unsung Women of the Bible series, Rebecca leads our reflections on the devotion and sacrifice of Hannah, who’s story can be found in 1 Samuel chapters 1 & 2. With a special new worship song written and […]
Worship for Sunday 18 October
Worship for friends and members of Wooler URC in Northumberland, UK. In the first service of our new Unsung Women of the Bible series, Mary leads our reflections on the perseverance and faithfulness of Anna, who’s story can be found in Luke chapter 2. With Taize style prayers and some familiar hymns, all our welcome […]