www.horamchapel.org.uk
July 2015
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Please email your contributions or suggestions to [email protected]
The word “Bible” means “books”. It isn’t one book, but a library
of 66 books, which have been divided into two sections.
The earliest writings are known as the Old Testament, and comprise 39 books which cover
the period from the beginning up to around 400 BC. Subjects include the origins of the
human race, the origins and history of the Jewish nation, poetry and wisdom, and prophecies
concerning Israel and the Messiah.
The 27 books of the New Testament cover a period of history from the birth of Jesus to
about 100 AD. Subjects include the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the
history of the early church, letters written to growing churches, and prophecies concerning
the end times.
(With thanks to Robin for the source material)
Above all, God’s word is a “lamp to guide our feet and a light for our path.”
(see Psalm 119:105)
BRAINBOX
The Child is father of the Man ~ William Wordsworth
I understand that the word occurs
at least 99 times in the Bible, for
example in Psalm 102:18 (“Let this
be recorded for future
generations, so that a people not
yet born will praise the Lord”).
I am not a Hebrew or Greek
scholar but thankfully there are
others who are, so I have been
able to glean some info from
their research.
Apparently the word conveys the
idea of shining, of radiance, of
wild celebration and of looking
foolish with extravagant
movement. Sounds like sheer
exuberance to me, and as believers
in the Lord Jesus Christ we have a
lot to be exuberant about!
Don’t think this article is about
a ritual method for slaughtering
animals. In fact it is about the
Hebrew word which is most
frequently used and most
commonly translated into
English as “praise”.
~ Pete B
Bernard’s Gardening Tips
for July
1. Now that the weather is warmer, indoor plants can be put outside to benefit from the
sunshine and rain!
2. Remove all dead flower heads to encourage more flower buds.
3. Check clematis plants for clematis wilt and remove damaged growth.
4. Pick courgettes before they become marrows!
5. Tubs and new plants need regular watering. It is best to water in the evening to prevent
scorching by the sun. This also gives the plants time to soak up the water overnight and it
won't evaporate and be wasted.
6. Keep ponds topped up and remove weeds and debris.
7. Now is a good time to check wooden garden furniture, while the wood is dry, and give it a
lick of paint or preservative.
8. Take time to sit in the sun and enjoy your garden. Maybe peruse catalogues to choose
next year's Spring flowering bulbs.
How did you do?
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1 turn and design
2 air belle
3 ports up
4 bless sign
5 dated dice
6 samba roads
7 uses tin mash
8 id tingle
9 parry fuel
10 peach grin
Anagram Alley Answers
1 understanding
2 reliable
3 support
4 blessings
5 dedicated
6 ambassador
7 enthusiasm
8 diligent
9 prayerful
10 preaching
Anagram Alley
Lungisani Indlela in South Africa:
[email protected]
Pastor Derrick of Lungisani Indlela reports a busy first six months of the year, and shares his
gratitude to God for His ongoing provision. They have seen former Back to School learners
graduating from institutes of higher education and they are excited about a revamp of their
office space which has recently begun, involving their partners Varsity College and Ride for
Education. The revamp will include painting, plumbing and the transformation of the existing
store room into a learning area/boardroom (amongst other things).
They run a charity shop which has raised thousands of rand whilst helping to break the mindset
of reliance on hand-outs, and at the moment they are eagerly anticipating the next Holiday Club
which is scheduled for 29 June to 2 July. They are expecting around 600 children to take part!
The Parish Council is looking at ways of enhancing the appearance and the appeal of the village,
and is seeking suggestions. The council is also asking whether residents support the idea of
introducing shrubs and trees into the High Street. Please email any comments or suggestions to
[email protected].
Do you have something you could share via the newsletter? A recipe, a poem, an
encouraging message, a personal testimony of how God has worked or is working in
your life? Have you seen an inspiring movie or read an inspiring book? Could you
devise a Bible-based quiz suitable for children and adults? Do you have any
significant memories of the chapel over the last 20 years?
Or is there something else?
Just
Think
And so I tell you; keep on asking and you will receive what you ask for, keep on seeking
and you will find, keep on knocking and the door will be opened to you.
Luke 11:9 (New Living Translation)
What’s Going On
This Month?
Sunday Speakers
& Themes
Sundays
5th July
Big Stories
Joseph’s Coat
Genesis 37
Charles Earwicker
10.30am Morning Service
including Communion
Mondays
2pm Toddler Group
(not the 27th)
Wednesdays
7.30pm Prayer and Bible Study
at 9 Millbrook Close
(not the 22nd)
Thursdays
7.30pm Connect
(not the 16th, 23rd or 30th)
End of term BBQ on 9th
Fridays
9am Bible Study
(not the 24th 0r 31st)
6pm Treasure Seekers
(not the 17th, 24th or 31st)
End of term BBQ on the 10th
7.15pm BiF
(not the 17th, 24th or 31st)
End of term BBQ on the 10th
Also ...
Sunday 12th
Check out the Chapel’s stand at the
Horam Fun Day
Sunday 19th
Prayer @ Noon
Monday 20th
7.30pm Horam Prayer
The SELCC Junior Camp runs from
Saturday 25th July until Thursday 30th July
at Coldharbour Meadows
12th July
Big Stories
Balaam’s Donkey
Numbers 22: 22 – 35
Erik Cornelisse
19th July
Big Stories
Joshua’s Wall
Joshua 6: 1 – 21
Paul Daniels
26th July
Camp Theme
Feeding 5000
Mark 6: 30 – 44
A speaker from Camp
Advance Notice
SELCC Senior Camp runs from Saturday
1st August until Friday 7th August at
Coldharbour Meadows