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Thank you to those who have signed the "Arise Africa" as encouraged by Open Doors, one of our mission partners at ASM.

www.opendoorsuk.org/news/latest-news/petition-signing-drc/

It’s taken us about 7 months to get here, but the journey has been worth it.  We had to complete a survey, 99 questions approx., the topics ranged from hedgehog houses, to bank accounts, car sharing to Fairtrade and many other subjects which really made us think, if we were being good stewards of God’s earth, or not.

It is really worth doing, but it can be a bit daunting with the overload of information available.  I am happy to share our experience, not until spring 2027 though, just ask me then.  In the meantime, here is the link if you wish to explore the possibilities.  Eco Church - An A Rocha UK Project

Cause to celebrate God and the blessings he showers us with.

With every blessing,

Jackie

Tea & Chat for the Bereaved

You are invited to come and chat in a safe and friendly space over a cuppa at the Vicarage, Back Lane, Mattishall, NR20 3PU on the fourth Thursday of every month 2.30pm – 4.00pm.

2026

• 5^th November
• 3^rd December

2027

• 28^th January 
• 25^th February 
• 25^th March
• 22^nd April 
• 27^th May 
• 24^th June 
• 22^nd July 
• 26^th August 
• 23^rd September 
• 28^th October 
• 25^th November 

No meeting in December.

A message from Open Doors after we sent our latest dontation to them:

Dear Friends at All Saints - Mattishall, 

Thank you so much for your kind gift of £220.00 to strengthen our persecuted church family around the world who are risking it all to follow Jesus. Thanks to your prayers and support, our brothers and sisters know they are not alone and can stand strong in their faith.

After years of serving in Mexico’s ‘Circle of Silence’, Beatriz and her husband felt it was time to pass on leadership to the next generation – but moving away was a difficult step for multiple reasons. “At first, I didn’t want to,” Beatriz recalls. “I kept thinking about the women in the church group. How are we going to leave them here alone?”

Challenges came when people in their new town asked Beatriz about her faith, sparking familiar fears and memories of persecution. Amidst the transition, Open Doors stepped in to support Beatriz and her family spiritually, emotionally and financially. “It has been very meaningful for us as a family,” she shares.

Because of your support, Beatriz and those she served can look to the future with confidence, trusting in God’s provision. “He will take care of each one of us wherever He wants us to be.”

Thank you for your faithful support enabling believers like Beatriz to stand firm.

May the Lord fill you with His Spirit and surround you with His love.

Your sister in Christ,

Tiffany Barrans
CEO, Open Doors UK and Ireland