Weekly Prayer Focus

With a history stretching back to 1653, Stalham Baptist Church has been a fixture in the Norfolk Broads since settling in its current building in 1884. Today, this thriving church remains dedicated to its core mission: placing Jesus at the centre of everything and sharing His love with the community. This commitment is lived out through a vibrant tapestry of outreach. The church premises are a community hub, hosting a weekly Food Bank, Community Fridge, and Warm Space alongside creative and social groups like Messy Church, Bible art, and table tennis. Their “Community Scene” magazine, delivered to every door in Stalham three times a year, opens a window into church life and provides vital local information, sparking conversations across the town. Further strengthening this connection,…

Holly Lodge Baptist Church is a small church amid large churches. It is a growing church in all aspects: in number and its focus on where God is calling them. They wouldn’t call themselves traditional as they push boundaries, but they do have strong biblical foundations. Their building, which was rebuilt in 2009 after the church was planned in 1887(!), assists the church in being a community-based, family-friendly, and theology-based church. Their aim is to be the church that the community, especially non-churchgoers, want to attend. They have many outreach activities, including film and games nights where the cinema-style popcorn machine is used, house group, youth-led activities, and a cafe with free coffee and cake to relax in. Shane has been their minister for 5…