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January 14th saw us on our annual AwayDay at Westbrook where Rev David John was our speaker. It was a time to think about where we are going as a church, and to get to know each other better. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch and craft activities as well as times of deep thought and worship.
After service on Christmas morning several members and friends stayed to prepare lunch for those who would otherwise be on their own. By the time it was cooked there were 28 people happily chatting and playing games. Bags containing items were passed round for us to identify by touch. The meal was wonderful. Then Howard played snippets of music on his violin. We had to guess which carol each was from. It was great fun, and surely the angels must have been singing along with us. A huge thank you to Alison & her team for all of their hard work – a very successful Christmas Meal!
Before closing for Christmas, staff and customers of the cafe enjoyed carol singing.
A lady sang descant whilst one of our special volunteers made a gloriously joyful noise.
December 18th, 7:00 pm. 30 people at Cafe Church joined with 17 thousand others in an attempt to beat the Guinness World Record for the greatest number of people simultaneously singing Christmas Carols.
Fantastic Brighstone Hand Bell Ringers at Friend 2 Friend Dec 13th
They also stayed for a Christmas Cream Tea in the cafe with the Christamon Tree
After service on Christmas morning several members and friends stayed to prepare lunch for those who would otherwise be on their own. By the time it was cooked there were 28 people happily chatting and playing games. Bags containing items were passed round for us to identify by touch. The meal was wonderful. Then Howard played snippets of music on his violin. We had to guess which carol each was from. It was great fun, and surely the angels must have been singing along with us. A huge thank you to Alison & her team for all of their hard work – a very successful Christmas Meal!|
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Before closing for Christmas, staff and customers of the cafe enjoyed carol singing. |
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They also stayed for a Christmas Cream Tea in the cafe with the Christamon Tree
Congratulations to Felicity on her appointment as Manager of Chatters Café
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Recently appointed supervisor, Danielle, has already made her mark in the cafe with Chilli Con Carne. This is generally available on Wednesdays.
Many volunteers attended a farewell meal for the previous supervisor, Rose and manager, Lilian
Dave Ouston is the leader of the Street Pastors on the Isle of Wight. A CD of songs he has written since his baptism in 2006 is now available.
IoW Operations Inspector Terry Clawson thanked the Street Pastors for their contribution to the reduction of crime on the Island. He said "The skills of these trained church volunteers .. in identifying situations in which people are at risk of becoming victims or being arrested because of their behaviour .. reinforces the work of the police in preventing potential problems from turning into crimes."
Copies of the CD are on sale in the George Street Centre or through the internet.
We are presently following a course in Cafe church.
Come along to Christianity Explored at 6:00 on Sunday evenings. All questions welcomed.
Harvest Sunday, 25th and Supper, Saturday September 24th
Following a nourishing meal of hearty soup and numerous wonderful desserts, we were entertained by Toby Ouston, a budding classical guitarist, and poetry readings. The poems, humerous and harvesty, were written and read by the Poets group who meet in the George St Centre on Wednesdays. On Sunday the Girls' Brigade joined us to celebrate Harvest with Chris Lane from the Priory.
Holiday Club
66 children attended Pyramid Rock between Aug 22nd and 26th. Great fun was had learning about the life of Joseph and doing Egyptian activities. There were guest appearances by camels, sheiks, and Captain Ketchup from last year.
William Carey's 250th birthday, August 17th. 
William Carey came to Ryde for six weeks in April 1793 and stayed in a small house in Castle Street, which in those days was on the seafront. He was on his way to India, but his travelling companion John Thomas delayed their departure because he had debts to pay. Carey complained of the shortage of paper and says he could scarce find a Christian in Ryde. He and Thomas had to return to London at the end of May to sort out Thomas’s affairs. The photo shows several of our members outside the house on the anniversary of William Carey's birth. The plaque on the house reads: "William Carey 1761 - 1834 Missionary and Bible Translator stayed in this cottage in 1796 awaiting a ship for India". More of William Carey's story.
Sunday July 24th: Summer Sunday.
Around 40 people stayed for lunch following our morning service. In the evening dozens of people from all the churches in Ryde gathered on the Western Esplanade for an open air Songs of Praise.
Saturday June 25th
Part of RBC was transformed into a tropical island to welcome visitors, participants and native Rydians for the opening of the Island Games. 
Sunday 19th June
All the Baptist Churches on the Island joined together at Sandown High School. The 
speaker was Rev Ian Coffey from Moorlands Bible College. He spoke movingly on how we are richer together and that we need each other. People of all ages attended and there were several groups for children. The worship was tremendous, and not only humans joined in!
Is there such a thing as
A Christian Alternative to Yoga? ..........WHY?
On May 7th we discussed the topic and watched video clips of "PraiseMoves". The photograph shows one of the praisemoves postures called The Altar.
A PraiseMoves workout is held at the George St Centre on Friday mornings at 11:30. More details.
Having a HairCut for Christian Aid
Irene raised £44 for Christian Aid by cutting mens' hair at £3 a time. She warns that next year Howard will be cutting ladies' hair!
See what the Local Newspaper wrote about the Street Pastors. 
Celebrating the Resurrection.
See Photo on right: Young and old joined together in glorious sunshine for communion breakfast before the morning service.
Evening Services
On the first Sunday of each month we have a communion service for the community. During the service we also have prayers for healing. On 2 or 3 Sunday evenings each month we have Cafe Church. Relaxed and interactive we don’t think you’ll want to miss these evenings. 6:00 – 7:15pm @ Chatters Cafe George St Centre
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