A MISSIONARY CHURCH

One of the things we recognise as a church is that we do not exist for ourselves, and mission is important to us. There are too many people outside our fellowship - and not enough part of it quite yet. We believe we should not be content! Whilst we are growing and have seen a large amount of new members and friends we believe the Good News is worth sharing more and more and more - and we have a responsibility to do it. Throughout the year we always look for opportunities to engage in mission events, which do not always set out to expect Salvation through them, but do expect to be opportunities to meet our people, and to build relationships. Today (18th November) we had two missionary events. One held at our centre, is a regular Mini Market - yes about raising money, but also about helping people to get to know we are not that bad! We see people return time and time again, and today were thrilled that a lot of our Kingdom Kid Families shared the event with us. We event raised £450 which is the most we have raised at such an event at our centre - and as you can see from the picture Father Christmas also visited us - free of charge. Here he is pictured with Envoy Val!!!

But don't be too confused, because we are also told that Father Christmas was in Ashford Town! Some of our fellowship today engaged in mission in the town as Campbells celebrated their 50th anniversary in Ashford, and the Christmas Lights were lit. A group of musicians, some of our own, others from around Kent, shared with us, and our assistant senior leader arranged for people to be available to chat, and also a stall was also arranged. Loads of further missionary opportnities were ours, and we thank God so much for this gift. AND this opportunity raised just over £600.

We knows its not about money, although we do need it to continue the mission here in Ashford. We certainly know its about people, and we love them dearly, and will continue to ensure we are doing all we can to meet people, chat with people and serve people in the Name of Jesus.