Creationtide Reflective Journey | Coming Soon…
Getting ready for Creationtide with all the ways to follow the daily reflections.
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Devotional Eco ReflectionWhere Water Flows Justice Grows
Here in Eastbourne much of the local economy is centred around water, whether it is beaches, boats, fishing, etc. Recently the United Nations commemorated World Water Day. The theme was ‘Water and Gender’ and the campaign slogan ‘Where water flows, equality grows’, and the observance highlighted the disproportionate impacts of water scarcity on women and
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Eco Article Eco ReflectionFarming, Faith & the Green Agenda
During our building scheme, many will remember Michael Richards’ novel ‘Land for a Lost Generation’, which he generously offered as a fundraiser for Emmanuel. Michael has now put pen to paper once more, writing ‘Farming’s Role in the Green Agenda’ — a short, thoughtful book shaped by his many years of hands on experience in
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Eco Article Eco NewsA (Final) Word From Rev Paul
Grace and Peace, Do you know what the Tribes of Israel, the Judges, the Disciples, and the gates in the New Jerusalem all have in common? That’s right – there were 12 of them. I remember some years ago leading a Guild session on interesting Biblical numbers, their meaning and significance behind the actual literal
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NewsFilm Night: A Community Screening
Please come to a screening of ‘The People’s Emergency Briefing’ at Emmanuel Church, Friday 3rd July 2026 at 7pm. This film, being shown in hundreds of venues around the country including many churches, helps us think about how we can prepare for an uncertain future in terms of security, food security, health, increased cost of
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Eco NewsGetting to Know Our Shared Passions
Thank you to everyone who added their name to the list of organisations they support with a focus on the environment, nature, or conservation. It was wonderful to see the range of interests represented across our church family. Here are some of the groups people are connected with: National Trust • English Heritage • Sussex
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Eco ArticleOur Father… in Kent
Kent County Council has been led by the Reform Party since the local elections back in May 2025. However, after the most recent elections were held, the council have voted two things through for their Council Meetings: they will all end with the singing of the National Anthem, and they will all begin with the
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NewsDeputy Nursery Manager Vacancy
* This vacancy is now closed following the successful appointment of a new Deputy Manager. Are you passionate about working with children and have experience in early years education? Are you committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing, and safe environment where all children can thrive and feel welcome? Then we need you! Jenny Wren Nursery
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NewsTaking Responsibility for Our Carbon Footprint
Most of us are increasingly aware that our daily lives contribute to climate change. Every time we drive, fly, or heat our homes, we release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. The same is true for our church building. As we work towards the Silver Eco Church Award, we are doing an assessment for Emmanuel so
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Eco ArticleIt’s all Eggs, Bacon, Beans and Fried Slice…
I don’t want to give the impression of having full English breakfasts with great regularity, but having enjoyed Adrian and Ed’s fabulous Easter Sunday breakfast, I found myself recently at the Winter Gardens, enjoying another good start to the day. This time it was the Eastbourne Civic Prayer Breakfast – a collection of Christians from
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