The URC, thanks to the generous donations, has presented a cheque for nearly £45,000 to help churches in Jamaica rebuild after the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. Catch up on the news, see https://ow.ly/HZOP50YrXkW
Could God be calling you? Join our online Ministry Enquirers’ event and take time to explore what God might be asking of you. Together we’ll reflect on a range of possible callings.
📅 11 April | ⏰ 9.30am – 12.30pm | 💻 Online via Zoom
📩 Email for joining details: ministries@urc.org.uk
“Wise Words – Wise Actions” was the theme for the URC Youth Assembly 2026. Social injustices for young people; international collaboration with Christian youth; and environmental issues were high on the agenda. And so were umbrellas... Read all about it at https://bit.ly/YA2026wise
Christopher Whitehead contemplates the wise and foolish in today’s Daily Devotion.
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Christian Aid supporters across the country are coming together for the 2026 Changemakers Conference on 14 March. For all you need to know, see https://urc.org.uk/join-christian-aid-supporters-at-changemakers-conference/
Interested in theological education? Try an Open Day at Luther King Theological College, 17 March or 28 April. They are free, open to anybody, and the perfect opportunity to explore Luther King's learning community. Book at https://bit.ly/LK17march (17 March) or https://bit.ly/LK28april (28 April).
The Bill Snelson Fund gives young Christian the opportunity to experience ecumenism abroad - study, pilgrimage, volunteering or any activity that promote church unity. There is £6,000 available each year. Information, a video, and application form at cte.org.uk/snelsonfund
Apply by: 31 March 2026
Trevor Jamison ponders power and responsibility in today’s Daily Devotion.
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Thinking about Mothering Sunday? It isn't always easy. Tightly constrained emotions are liable to be ambushed and exposed. The Methodist Church has a range of helpful worship resources, including for those who experience loss on this day. Sunday, 15 March - plan ahead at https://bit.ly/Moth3rSun
What would you like the URC's Youth Assembly to look like? How about helping to plan it? Join the YA planning group for a two-year term and be part of the Youth Executive, working collaboratively to plan future Youth Assemblies. Express your interest now. Deadline: 3 April. https://bit.ly/YAplan
Charter for Children and Young People in the Church
ONLINE LAUNCH
Monday 23 March, 12-1pm online.
Informed by research, and equipped by resources, tools and training collectively pooled by Children and Young People organisations. Register at https://bit.ly/CYPcharter
In today’s Daily Devotion Sally Watson hopes to be ready and waiting when the Son of Man returns.
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Join us today as The Revd Lisa Moore Wilson delivers our Sunday Service.
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Sue Cossey delights in the Law in today’s Daily Devotion.
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Andrew Bodsworth finds light in a gloomy passage in today’s Daily Devotion.
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Fully funded church and pioneer based internships, plus undergraduate qualifications in Community Work, and Children, Youth and Families - just some of the options available to 18-25-year-olds at Luther King Theological College in Manchester. Check out what will work for you at www.luther.ac.uk
Today is the 2026 World Day of Prayer. This year, the women of Nigeria focus on our need for peace and solace. World Day of Prayer is a women-led, global, ecumenical movement. Information and resources, including details of services in your area, at wwdp.org.uk
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“A tutor at college once said that one wonder of Scripture is how, like a communion loaf, it breaks open differently every time.” Peter Clark breaks open the Word for us in today’s Daily Devotion.
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Interested in theological education? Try an Open Day at Luther King Theological College, 17 March or 28 April. They are free, open to anybody, and the perfect opportunity to explore Luther King's learning community. Book at https://bit.ly/LK17march (17 March) or https://bit.ly/LK28april (28 April).
Tony Jeans explored ideas of diaspora and home in today’s Daily Devotion written before he died.
https://mailchi.mp/urc/urc-daily-devotion-thursday-5th-march-2026
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The Bill Snelson Fund gives young Christian the opportunity to experience ecumenism abroad - study, pilgrimage, volunteering or any activity that promote church unity. There is £6,000 available each year. Information, a video, and application form at cte.org.uk/snelsonfund
Apply by: 31 March 2026
John Cornell ponders killing prophets in today’s Daily Devotion.
https://mailchi.mp/urc/urc-daily-devotion-4-march-2026
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Thinking about Mothering Sunday? It isn't always easy. Tightly constrained emotions are liable to be ambushed and exposed. The Methodist Church has a range of helpful worship resources, including for those who experience loss on this day. Sunday, 15 March - plan ahead at https://bit.ly/Moth3rSun
“Woe to you, committees and councils, hypocrites! You write vision statements and mission plans, but fear change more than you fear injustice!" Andy Braunston muses on hypocrisy in today's Daily Devotion.
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1T4 (1 Timothy 4) – a weekend for 11-14s with a connection to the URC at Whitemoor Lakes near Lichfield. Saturday 2 – Monday 4 May 2026
Outdoor activities, discussion, games, worship. More information from children.youth@urc.org.uk
Book now at www.linktr.ee/1T4event
Worship notes for 8th March, Lent 3: the Revd Lisa Moore Wilson has prepared the prayers and hymn choices and the Revd Andy Braunston has written the exegetical notes.
Worship Notes is a free resource for anyone who leads and plans worship. To download for free, see bit.ly/URCworshipnotes
A rare opportunity from the Children's Ministry Network. Join URC members and others to explore this important subject. FREE. Sign up at https://ow.ly/Qbtc50YhF0p
Leo Roberts shows his self-awareness as he contemplates some of Jesus’ harder words in today’s Daily Devotion.
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Join us today as The Revd Andy Braunston delivers our Sunday Service.
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“Psalm 119 was David’s extraordinary prayer, written as poetry, so he would have used extravagant language to express how passionately he was feeling.” Jo Patel continues our musings on Psalm 119 in today’s Daily Devotion.
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