Tesco shoppers had a big surprise on Saturday 4th March when a Flash Mob was staged by SHINE Children’s Church and Community Choir and members of the Parish churches. A total of 54 singers broke into the song ‘Reach for the Stars’ in the middle of Tesco as part of the Talking Jesus weekend. SHINE choir decided to do what they do best and entertained a large crowd with their energy and enthusiasm. The choir, a mixture of boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 16 years of age, delighted visiting Bishop Geoff with their passion and energy. Commenting later he said how wonderful it was to see the choir singing Jesus in the heart of the community and in the middle of the every day act of shopping. He congratulated the choir team on doing such a fantastic job and wished them every strength as they continued their work. SHINE choir is based in St. Clare’s Hall on a Monday evening 5-6pm and has limited spaces available. If your child would like to join please come along for a taster session or contact Helen McCormick on 07716 801262. The club is FREE and a great way for children to meet new friends and develop a range of skills. A great time was had by all who attended Messy Journey on Saturday 4th March. Amazing to share in the sharing of bread and wine that was made during the craft stations – fellowship and faith shared joyously. The Messy Service was shared with 118 people including our Talking Jesus friends Hannah and Susan and included crafts of celebration candles, good gift plates, jewelled cups, bread making and grape pressing. Along with travelling sand play, funky foam and play doh mountains, many came forward to use our Fizzy Forgiveness Prayer Station and the Talking Jesus Photo Booth was never empty. We had a fabulous time and there are lots more pictures to share on Youth/ChildrenSt. Clare. We invite you to our next FREE session on April 8th at 4pm which will be Palm Praise. Lots of crafts, story, song, celebration and by special request a tea of Fish Finger sandwiches! Messy Church is church for children and their grown-ups to share together.
