Weekly Prayer Focus

The Baptist Church has been a part of the village of Cottenham for very many years. A small family church of varied ages and diversity, they have seen a little growth in recent times with new people moving into the area. They are keen to discern where God is at work in their community and where He wishes them to focus their resources and energy and have given time this year to spend exploring His will through prayer and Biblical studies. Rev Kate Lees has been their Minister since 2008 and has encouraged the Church to grow deeper in relationship with God and to walk in faith together through the ups and downs of life. They have used the Bible course and the LICC frontline…

Harold Park Baptist church lies North-East of Romford, in Harold Park on the Essex border. It has existed since 1928, originally as part of the Baptist Union, and has thrived and declined, most recently since Covid. It changed to FIEC from 1959. In 2020 various factors led to the re-examination of its allegiance to them, and after considerable, deep discussion, it was unanimously decided to rejoin the Baptist Union. This process started in July 2025 and is now reaching completion. During this period, new folk began to attend, of all age groups, and this continues. A new leadership team was established, and many ideas have been explored to reunite with the local community. As a fellowship they are going forward from strength to strength and…

Orchard Baptist Church, Colchester is a community of around 40 members, with up to 30 worshipping regularly. Located to the south of Colchester, the church serves a diverse community with diverse and multiple needs. Currently in pastoral vacancy the church is maintaining its commitment to serving its community through a Table Tennis Group, Knitting and Craft and Coffee and Cake. The weekly toddler group is always full, with parents and carers having to book their places on Eventbrite! Under the leadership team, Church Secretary, Treasurer and a dedicated set of Deacons, the church has maintained weekly worship through the support of visiting preachers and is opening a “Warm Space” for locals on a Thursday evening. This will provide warmth, company and support to those who…

As 2025 draws to an end, we’re grateful for all of the prayers, support, and encouragement of ministers and churches across the Association.  It has not quite been the year we planned for, but there are shards of light and hope in so many directions. It is particularly good to have Claire back with us again having completed her cancer treatment over the summer. The year has involved some team changes – with Gale, Gina, and Sharon all finishing with us – Becky joining the team back in February – and a new colleague to come in the new year too.  We’re grateful for the privilege of having been able to work alongside these colleagues, and pray God will bless them richly in the future….