We have several CONNECT GROUPS running each week.
We have a little phrase we use a lot at Holy Trinity Barnes which is ‘Be part of it’, and the best way to do this is by joining one (or perhaps more!) of our 12 Connect Groups.
These groups meet at different times, in a variety of locations and offer an opportunity to connect in a more intimate way with a smaller number of people than on a Sunday. They are often the place where people make and develop friendships, grow and are challenged in their spiritual life, learn to pray, study the Bible and generally get involved in things that make difference in both you and those around you.
I encourage you to find one you like the sound of, contact the person leading it and commit to ‘Being part of it’ this term.
My wife Rachel and I pray that in doing so, you’ll discover God’s purpose for your life and a place to work that purpose out as you live alongside and serve others in this great city.
Grace,
David (vicar)
The Hangar
First Saturday of the Month, Oct 6th, Nov 3rd, Dec 1st
10am to 11.30am at Holy Trinity Barnes
This is a space for fathers to be refueled and rearmed! Come for coffee, croissants and connect with other Dads to encourage one another and have fun with the kids. Toys, games, dressing up, crafts and table tennis. And stuff for the kids to do too!!
First Saturday of every month. Bring family, friends and neighbours.
Led by Paul Bickley and David Cooke
Contact: David@htbarnes.org
The Well
Start Date Wednesday, 12th September
10am to 11.30am at Holy Trinity Barnes Term time only
This is a parent/carer and toddler group open to everyone (church members and non).
Bring a pre-schooler and come and enjoy cake, coffee and fellowship. There will be puppets and bubbles!
Led by Caroline Dyer and Siobhan Burn
Contact: Caroline@htbarnes.org or Siobhan@htbarnes.org
Dance & Movement
On September 29th and October 13th and 27th
10.30am to 11.30am in Holy Trinity Barnes Church Hall (entrance via Trinity Church Road)
This is gentle dance and movement for people aged 16 and over. No experience necessary.
Led by Jennifer Jackson
Contact: office@htbarnes.org for more information
Table Tennis Group
Thursdays from 7pm till 8pm
Holy Trinity Church Hall
Led by Joshua Okunuga
For more information contact: joshnuga@hotmail.com
Mums & Chums
Start Date Monday, 17th September
10.30am to Noon
Meet at Hammersmith Bridge/Corner of St Paul’s playing fields
Join us for a lovely stroll along the tow path followed by a coffee at The Boathouse. The path is easy for prams, buggies and bikes etc but sometimes wellies might be best! In the event of a torrential downpour, we will meet in the vicarage, put on a pot of coffee and get some toys out for the little ones. All are welcome.
Led by Rachel Cooke and Red Gibbons Lejeune
Contact: Rachel@htbarnes.org
Book Club
From Monday, 1st October
8pm to 9.30pm
Once a month in Mortlake
The book for this term will be ‘Elizabeth is Missing’ by Emma Healy and should be read before the first meeting, if possible.
Led by Helen Hewitt
Contact: office@htbarnes.org for more information
A Psalm & A Pint
Start Date Wednesday, 26th September
8pm till 9.30pm
The Brown Dog Pub, 28 Cross St, Barnes SW13 0AP
Come for a glass of something and an informal look at one of the Psalms.
Led by Simon Klein
Contact: office@htbarnes.org for more information
Reflect
Every THURSDAY during term time
10am-midday
Holy Trinity Barnes, Church Hall (enter from Vicarage Drive)
“And I pray that you , being rooted and established in love, have power, together with the Lord’s holy people to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” Ephesians 3:17-20
“Reflect” is a small group of women who want to grow in their love for God and for others.
Over coffee and croissants, we reflect on God’s love through Bible study, prayer, meditation and fellowship. “Reflect” is informal, relaxed and friendly. We encourage all to come and just be themselves. A warm welcome is guaranteed.
“Oh to abound in blessing! May “blessed” and “blessing” be the two words which describe our lives…We will bless God, from whom all blessings flow. (Spurgeon)
Led by Sally Buckwell
Contact: sallybuckwell@hotmail.co.uk
The Reason For God
Start Date Wednesday, 26th September
7.45pm to 10pm
Upper Richmond Road, Putney
We’re a group that loves eating together, studying the Bible, encouraging and praying for each other as we seek to be salt and light in our communities. There are many issues today where the world view shouts so loudly that it’s difficult to know what, as Christians, we should be standing for. This term we’re going to dig into scripture to see what the Bible teaches about these thorny issues.
Led by Gerry Stride and Mark Chamieh
Contact: office@htbarnes.org for more information
The Power of Your Story
Start Date Tuesday, 25th September
7.45 for 8pm at the Vicarage
Everyone has a backstory. Together let’s step into His story and experience the ongoing narrative of His Word in our lives as found through the study of the story of King David and others.
Led by Tom Hance and David Cooke
Contact: David@htbarnes.org
Making Disciples of all Nations
Tuesday
7.45pm Glebe Road, Barnes
We are going to spend the term thinking about what it means to be a people on a mission answering the call of Jesus to make disciples of all nations.
Led by Steve and Lisa Jones
Contact: office@htbarnes.org for more information
Gap Fillers
Start date Thursday 27th September (to November 22nd)
7.45pm to 9.15pm Mortlake
This is a prayer group – so there will be no teaching. There will be a simple supper (Pizza/pasta etc.)We are going to spend the term thinking about what it means to be a people on a mission answering the call of Jesus to make disciples of all nations.
Led by Ruth Juster
Contact: office@htbarnes.org for more information