Weekly Newsletter 

Dear Church Family

How is 2026 going for you?  We hope that our Sunday services blessed you, as the Holy Spirit was certainly with us!

Ann preached to us about the death of Lazarus as recounted in John’s Gospel.  There’s so much to reflect on – for example, John shows us that Jesus is both fully divine and fully human; and He knows exactly how to comfort Martha (an extrovert) and Mary (an introvert) when He finally arrives in Bethany.

Our prayer for you is that, if you share your feelings and concerns honestly with Jesus, you will know his peace and love, even if your prayers aren’t answered in the way you expect.  Why not reflect on Jesus’ most profound ‘I am’ statement?

“I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”

(John 11:25-26)

 At the beginning of every year, HT sends its mission tithe to the Christian charities that we support.  This year, we have distributed a total of £12,885.61 between our local CAP centre, Swale Foodbank, Open Doors, Tearfund, Mercy Ships, Mission Aviation Fellowship, Bible Society, Bible Reading Fellowship and New Wine.  We’re so encouraged to have such a generous church family!

Here are a few things you might like to know about:

  • We’re planning to have a baptism service in the Spring.  Please have a chat with Ann on a Sunday morning, or contact her at office@htsb.church if you’re interested in being baptised.

  •  HT’s Men’s Walking Group will be meeting up at 8.30am on Saturday, 31 January at the main car park in Milton Country Park.  They’ll be walking in the country park for about an hour, followed by refreshments at the Gregg’s next to the park.  Come along for an enjoyable time of fellowship and healthy exercise!

  • There will be a Christian card and gift stall at Love Laughter Lunch on Wednesday, 4 February.  There’s always a good selection of reasonably priced items – why not come along and have a look? 

  • Our first Women’s Breakfast of 2026 will be from 9am to 11am on Saturday, 7 February.  This relaxed morning is a chance to enjoy breakfast together, connect with others, and hear a short, encouraging talk on “Finding Peace at the Start of a New Year.” We’ll be exploring how we can manage our emotions in healthy ways and find peace amid the busyness and pressures of everyday life.  All women are welcome!

     Put the dates for our other 2026 Women’s Breakfasts (all starting at 9am) in your diary!

    o   Saturday 25 April 2026

    o   Saturday 27 June 2026

    o   Saturday 26 September 2026

    o   Saturday 28 November 2026

  •  Our new Archbishop, the Right Reverend & Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally, will be installed at Canterbury Cathedral on Wednesday, 25 March.  We’ve attached some more details below for your information.  

With love and prayers,

Tina and the Staff Team