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	Chichester Baptist Church News and Events

Passion for Life
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We're passionate about life!

There's an urban myth doing the rounds about Christians being boring and bored. Not so!

We love life, because the Bible celebrates life. It celebrates the beautiful world God has made and our own enjoyment of what it means to be human.

But it doesn't stop there. Jesus once said, "This is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent." (1) He meant by eternal life not just life never-ending, but life never-boring: the quality of life that comes through knowing God personally.

We celebrate a passion for life ultimately because one man's passion made life possible. Jesus' passion - his death and resurrection - is at the heart of life. He died for you and me that we might be forgiven for all of those things that we have done to hurt God and others, and so be reconciled to God. Jesus now offers his life to anyone humble enough to receive it.

We'd love to share that life with you. And we'd love to celebrate and share with you some of the good things about life that are available to us all, to those with a faith, and those without. If you love life too, read on!

(1) John 17:3, The Bible

Coming to a church near you.

Throughout the month of March we want to celebrate and share our love of life with you! Please join us for any of the events below. All events will be held at Chichester Baptist Church unless indicated differently below.

3 March - 3.45pm - Messy Church
A chance for you and your children to do lots of messy craft, make lots of noise, and learn some Bible Stories.

6 March - 10am - Free Coffee and Cake Morning!
With ... wait for it ... free coffee (or tea) and cake!

6 March - CBC Golf Open Championship
at Hunston Tower Course. Cost £30 - A full round of golf followed by dinner.

8 March - 7.30pm - A Celebration of Railways.
A short talk with slides and discussion to follow.

8 March - 7.30pm - Jive Evening.
Have a great evening doing the Jive, no experience needed, just turn up!

10 March - 2.30pm - Seniors Special.
Share your wartime experiences and photos over some tea and cake.

10 March - 7pm - Free Mea; for 6th Form/College & Uni Students.

13 March - 10am - Walk in Chidham.
A gentle 4 mile walk with a stop for refreshments. Starts at Chidham Amenity Car Park.

13 March - 10am - Children's Singing Day.
For children in years 3-8 at school. Concert performance at 7pm!

15 March - 7pm - Swish!
Bring and exchange your quality clothing. Ladies only.

18 March - 7pm - Keep Fit with Dance for ladies of all ages.

20 March - 10am - MAD! (Me and Dad)
A dads and toddler time with games, activities, bacon butties and coffee.

20 March - 7pm - The Quiz of Life.
A fun evening with a difference. Admission £2. Proceeds to LifeCentre.

21 March - 2pm - Family Woodland Walk at Goodwood.

23 March - 7.30pm - Jewellery Making.
A creative evening with some jewellery at the end to show for it!

27 March - 9.30am to 12 noon - Mountain Bike Ride.
A bike ride taking in some of the scenic trails between Chichester and the South Downs.

27 March - 7.30pm - Christianity: Arrogant, Exclusive and Unfair?
A talk by Martin Goldsmith. Free desserts, tea and coffee served.

29 March - 7.30pm - Chocolate Heaven.
Chocolate tasting, recipes, fountains, quiz ... Ladies only.

31 March - 7.30pm - Film Night.
A fun evening for those who like films, with trivia quizzes, live entertainment, and free popcorn and coke!

If you would like further details of any of these events or more information about what else is going on, please contact the Church Office. 01243 782582 or e-mail us

And after March...

Do join us for our Good Friday Service (10am, 2nd April) or our Easter Day Service (Sunday 4th April, 10am) as we celebrate the ultimate life event.

Public Launch of Chichester CAP Centre

Everyone is invited to the public launch of the Chichester Christians Against Poverty Centre that will take place at Chichester Baptist Church on Wednesday 16 September 2009 starting at 12 midday and finishing by 1.30pm.

We started working in partnership with Christians Against Poverty (CAP) in April this year. Christians Against Poverty is a national debt counselling charity working through a network of centres based in local churches. CAP offers hope and a solution to anyone in debt through its unique, in-depth service.

Following a brief presentation about the work of Christians Against Poverty, we are pleased to tell you that the Mayor of Chichester City Council Michael Woolley has agreed to formally launch the centre.

Light refreshments will be provided.

In order to help with catering it would be really helpful if you let us know if you are able to attend. Please either email chichester@capuk.org or leave a message at the church office telephone number 01243 782582.

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you here on 16 September.