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Church Notices This Sunday 18 May 08 - 10.30am service at St Thomas' Church  Philadelphia (off Infrimary Rd, Upperthorpe). Directions here. THIS MEANS NO SERCICE IN KC THIS SUNDAY..... Church Calendar ALPHA COURSE – continues on Thursdays at 8pm The Alpha Course explores the meaning of life in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.  No questions barred!  A chance to explore the Christian faith in a no pressure way. Anyone welcome, invite your friends & colleagues now. Let Marjorie Allan know of any interested people please via the church office (2507277). The course will run in the Allan’s Nether Edge home. Joint-whole church gathering at St Thomas' Philadelphia May 18th As part of our commitment to operating as one-church on multiple sites, we're gathering the whole of KC and St Thomas' Philadelphia together for a joint-service. The last one was Sept 07, so its about time! The speaker this Sunday is Andy Hawthorne and others from the Message Trust in Manchester, who are committed to seeing urban communities transformed by the power of the gospel in their midst. Come to hear and get envisioned to reach our city, and specifically about a new project Eden Arbourthorne - to see Arbourthorne radically transformed for Christ. The Big Dress Festival 8th-12 May, Endcliffe Park. As part of Hope 08, SPEAK are bringing the Worlds Biggest Dress to Sheffield- A large tent made up of a patchwork of petitions to government and multinational companies around making themselves accountable for their workers and the environment. The 5 days include live music and DJs, a Family day and worship & campaign day. Volunteers needed - contact Tim Blundell Jones on 07729208817. Form Access As well as our long running Form and Form 2 training years we are starting a new year-long course in September 2008. Form Access is for anyone of any age who wants to grow in character and maturity within a context of mission or ministry. Trainees will have access to form teaching through a purpose built website and take part in huddles and retreats throughout the year. We want you to be transformed: trained and released to serve God in the places He is calling you. To find out more about Form, Form 2 or Form Access contact Ben or Helen Askew on 0114 2419560 or email info@form-uk. GLOBAL DAY OF PRAYER 11th May 2008 is a very special day, it is the Global Day of Prayer on Pentecost Sunday. Millions of Christians across the globe will unite and join in this yearly event, the largest 24 hour prayer meeting the world has ever known.  There will be an opportunity in Sheffield for Christians from all denominations to gather together and join in prayer for our neighbourhood, city, nation and world.  Don't miss this extra-ordinary opportunity.  Time: 7.00pm Venue: Victory Assembly at 99 St John Street, off Bramall Lane (former Just for Kids). Any one got a spare car in June? Some missionaries from Nepal, home on furlough, will be glad of one. More details from Andrew/Madeleine (2552169) or Geoff Williams (2745518) of Meadowhead Christian Fellowship. 24-7 Prayer 18th-25th May, Philadelphia Studio. We will be holding another week of 24-7 Prayer. Come with a few friends or bring your cell or small group and spend an hour or more with God. Join us as we pray for our church, our city and our world. Sign up for a slot at the Morning Gathering from May 11th. For more details contact Ben on ben.askew@stthomaschurch.org.uk. Encounter God  -  17 May @ Philadelphia Saturday, 9am-3pm, 7pm-10pm. These in-depth weekends are designed for you to address deep or repetitive issued/challenges in your lives.  We encourage you to come with an accountability partner or other close friends to work towards freedom in God through accountable community.  Time for ministry and prophecy across the day.  If you would like to attend, please contact Rich Robinson on rich.robinson@stthomaschurch.org.uk THINGS FOR DADS TO DO ON A SATURDAY MORNING! Kc football: 5-a-side footy on Saturdays at 10:30, Endliffe Park. Contact Jorge on email address looneyantunes@hotmail.com for details. Dads and Kids group (only children under 5) from 10 – 11.30am in the Play Time Centre at St Thomas’, Philadelphia Campus.  Come and have a great time with other dads and kids in a Mum-free zone!  Pick up a leaflet in the foyer. Dates 17 May, 14 June – Cost £2 per family inc. drinks and bacon buttie. Terrorist Legislation and Human Rights: Hear barrister Gul Nawaz Hussain speak on this urgent topic, at the Sheffield Christian Constituency Movement, on Mon 12 May, at 7.30, at Endcliffe Methodist Church. More details from Andrew McClintock (2552169). Overseas Mission Partner At the recent Church weekend away we were joined by Alison Kennedy, one of our mission partners currently working in China. Alison spoke about her work and for those who would like to support her here's how - if you want to support Alison financially please contact Alison King for details (or contact the church office). If you would like to sponsor a child in one of the orphanages it costs £21 per month - please contact Helen Kay for details. And - a date for the diary - on 13th September there will be another 'walk the wall' event (10km) to raise money for the work in China. Keep an eye out in the notices for details or chat to Helen Kay. Soaking at KC – Sunday 18th May from 3pm - “Resting in the Presence of God. Encountering the Father’s Love for us”.Spend some time going “Deeper with God” as we worship, listen to soaking music and focus on Jesus.  You may like to bring a pillow and blanket to lie on or just sit in a chair. See Julie Ashmore and Trish Elliston for details Children of Freedom Conference Friday 4th July, 7.30pm - Saturday 5th July, 9.30am-4.30pm. Releasing people to be all that our Father God intends us to be. For all men and women struggling with issues of identity, addiction, temptation and relationships, and for those ministering in these areas. Randall Staley is coordinator of a Living Waters program at All Saints, Woodford Wells, and part of Lin Buttons Healing Prayer School. He is an experienced teacher and prayer minister. Contact linda.daniel@stthomaschurch.org.uk for more details.