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Update Church Meeting | 19 January 2012

2012-01-19T21:33:00.000Z

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Photo update - Week 33 - 12 January 2012

2012-01-17T19:45:00.001Z

Here we have a photo update of inside the development. It's really exciting to see the great work being completed as we come in to land on the final stages of this project. We can't wait to share it with the neighbourgood.

Prayer Brick: Wednesday 11th January

2012-01-11T17:39:00.002Z

Please continue to pray for those working on and off site on this project - in particular for Graham (the site manager) as things are getting very busy with many different tradesmen working here at this time. Pray that work will continue to progress so that completion will fall within the revised dates. Pray also for safety for those working on site and also for the security of the site

Pigeon shenanigans | Call in Dastardly and Muttley

2012-01-05T19:07:00.002Z

Well what a fun time we're having at LRBC this week. As well as being our week of prayer we have also been joined some un-invited guests. Four little friends that has now dropped down to three. Pigeons! They have joined us on a wing and a prayer (very droll) in the Sanctuary. So here we are inventing new ways to catch the pigeon in true Dastardly and Muttley stylee! You'd think our site manger

Progress: Colours being chosen

2012-01-03T17:29:00.001Z

Before Christmas the team working on colour schemes met many times. Here we see Susan Fyvie testing colours for flooring, tops and walls. The colour team are Susan Fyvie, Charlotte Taylor, David Elcock, Jane Brookes and Clifford Patten.

The Lounge Bring and Buy Coffee Morning Success

2011-12-01T13:53:00.004Z

On Tuesday 29th November, The Lounge Women’s Small Group held a Coffee Morning and Bring and Buy event to raise funds towards the BUILD project. There were carols playing, Fairtrade coffee pouring and cake being munched. The Bring and Buy stall that reached almost the entire length of main church building was surrounded by a hive of intrigued Christmas present bargain hunters, eventually

BUIlD PRAYER BRICKS: Busy, Busy, Busy 24 November 2011

2011-11-24T11:40:00.001Z

Please continue to pray for those working on and off site on thisproject:- in particular for Graham (the site manager) as things are getting verybusy with many different tradesmen working here at this time. - Pray that work will progress so that completion will fall within therevised dates. - Pray also for safety for those working on site and also for thesecurity of the site during this

BUILD Update Church Meeting | 17 November 2011

2011-11-17T21:50:00.000Z

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Progress Update Week 24: Framed and plastered

2011-11-11T17:09:00.001Z

The slide show above shows a progress Update for Week 24 of the BUILD project. You can see that many of the window frames are in place and ready to receive the glass that should be with us soon. You can also see many areas are plastered or being plastered and some have received their sealing coat. The view both in from Marguerite Drive and out onto the same road is really now giving a sense

BUILD Webcam: How far we have come - remember this?

2011-11-11T11:33:00.003Z

This week we are going back way back... actually it's not that long ago - only 23 weeks. Isn't it amazing how far we have come. Here we have footage of the demolition stage of the Leigh Road Baptist Church BUILD Project. We are much further on now. Take a look at the next post to see how far we have come. Not long now...

Thank you God: Anniversary pledge day

2011-11-08T19:17:00.003Z

Lets rejoice that the Anniversary pledge day last Sunday 6th November brought in £22,950 which includes gift aid toward the BUILD project. Praise God. If you want to hear the sermon again please visit www.lrbc.org.uk/listen

Week 21 - 20 October 2011 Up on the roof

2011-10-21T18:40:00.004Z

We are now in the 21st week of the BUILD project - time is flying buy. This update is concentrating on what's going on above our heads. Here you can see two workman from TJ Evers forming the point to our new cupola. They are manipulating the new 'copper effect' material, however all copper thieves should note, it's not copper or metal and has no value - so don't even go there. This piece will

Safety first for Tanya at church office

2011-10-21T12:04:00.000Z

Ok this is getting ridiculous! Tanya the wonderful office volunteer is taking safety in shredding to new heights. However, who knows what she is shredding, it could be the Health and Safety policy itself?Today Tanya spent the whole morning stuffing envelopes for all church members regarding the Church Anniversary and next BUILD Pledge Sunday. If you are a church member, your lovingly prepared

BUILD Caption Competition: Post your ideas in the comments

2011-10-21T11:54:00.001Z

Another day at the office. We'll hunt out a prize for the best caption to this photo. Post your comments with your name in the comments section below this post. LRBC staff David Elcock and Jane Brookes taking Health & Safety to new heights.

Commissioning the heating system

2011-10-11T08:59:00.001Z

The entire new heating system for the site (except the Stables) will not be fully integrated and commissioned until the completion of the contract. When everything is finished there will be five heating zones; the temperature and timing controls of each zone will be programmed to suit the activities taking place in each zone. In the meantime the heating to the worship area and the offices has

BUILD update Church Meeting | 29 September 2011

2011-10-10T18:56:00.000Z

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Progress Update Week 18: The church has got its hat on, hip hip hip hooray!

2011-10-06T10:24:00.046Z

It's week 18 in the BUILD project since the contractors TJ Evers arrived on site. How time flies when we are having fun. This weeks we have seen another shape added to the outlook on Marguerite Drive, and that's that of the Cupola. Mirroring the form of the older building to the right, but to provide a beacon of light welcoming all approaching from the surrounding streets of Leigh. The covering

No idea what he is doing?

2011-09-24T10:42:00.002Z

We have no idea what he is doing? Answers in the post comments below please. However, the machine looks impressive. We thank God that he gives each of us different skills and abilities, and together we work much better. So give thanks for the builders and team from TJ Evers and all the others working on the project, who each have different skills to contribute.

Update week ending 23 September 2011

2011-09-24T10:38:00.001Z

We'll forgive this builder for being an Arsenal fan! But as you can see work is progressing deep within the site. Here we see the erection of an internal wall that will mark one edge of the new hall and the other side will be the main avenue wall that leads from the new main entrance to the The Stables and other parts of the complex. Please do also remember Graham the Site Manager, who

Potential BUILD Fundraiser: Garden Trail 2012

2011-09-23T19:24:00.002Z

Those with green fingers and beautiful gardens (whether the size of a pocket handkerchief or on a grander scale) are invited to consider whether they would like to be part of a garden trail next year to raise funds for the BUILD project. Advance warning is given so potential participants could consider when their garden is at its best: Spring, Summer or Autumn. Please contact Jane Brookes in the

Green fingers for after BUILD needed

2011-09-23T19:21:00.002Z

When that glorious moment arrives, the garden will need our attention! There will be a new patio area outside the new double doors leading into the garden and where the contractor’s compound now stands the grass will grow again. The garden is enjoyed by everybody, the little ones from Preschool and Bright Sparks, children and young people on Sundays and Thursday evenings at Energize, etc. A

Up on the roof - looking down on the BUILD project

2011-09-15T18:07:00.002Z

Here are a couple of photographs taken by Peter from the roof yesterday! (14/09/2011). It's looking good from the top. However, now we know why the webcam has stopped working - it's been bricked in!

Pre-school children bury BUILD time capsule at LRBC

2011-09-08T12:27:00.008Z

Children from Leigh Road Baptist Church Pre-school buried a time-capsule today on the site of Leigh Road Baptist Church’s new building development. Leigh Road Baptist Church (LRBC) embarked on a £1 million re-development project for their home on Marguerite Drive, Leigh-on-Sea in May of this year. The work which aims to be completed by the end of 2011 will provide: a new inviting glass landmark

Fundraising: Come Dine With Me, book a Table Now!

2011-08-25T16:06:00.001Z

The next fundraising Supper Club with 25% of profits going to BUILD is due to take place on September 17th 2011. Featuring 2 delicious courses for only £15. A fun evening in salubrious surroundings is guaranteed. Book your place now with Victoria So here is a little write-up on the last Supper Club evening which was enjoyed by all... So far most people I invited hadn’t even heard of a supper

Weekly Prayer Bricks: 25th August 2011, Builders working hard for LRBC

2011-08-25T10:01:00.001Z

Work is going well, and we need to continue to surround the project with prayer. Please pray for: Safety on site and for continuing good relations between contractors and LRBC personnel. Jane Brookes has asked us to pray especially for the site manager, Graham Milne – he and the teams of contractors are working very hard (including Saturday this weekend for some of them) and things still look

Update week ending 12 August

2011-08-12T09:17:00.001Z

I have added photo's taken this morning: - inside roof of the Main Hall which has been sandblasted and reveals the colour and grain of the wood - Timbers forming the roof of the new entrance - Inside the sanctuary where the electrical rewire and heater installation is well in hand

Weekly prayer bricks: Friday 5 August

2011-08-05T11:40:00.000Z

Pray for BUILD – have a walk down Marguerite Drive next time you're in Leigh and be excited to see the new building take shape! Pray for safety on site and for continuing good relations between contractors and LRBC people. Another reason for coming to the island site would be to drop in to OASIS which will be open all of this month. Why not meet up with friends there while we're not able to meet

Real progress this week 5 August 2011

2011-08-04T14:30:00.001Z

The external steelwork is now going up on Marguerite Drive. This will form the new Welcome area with it's arms open wide to the neighbourhood. Internally work on the electrics and recessed lighting in the Sanctuary is busily evolving.

Weekly Prayer Bricks: 21st July 2011: Schools out for Summer but BUILD continues

2011-07-21T12:51:00.000Z

As schools break up, please continue to pray, surrounding the project with prayer bricks is the strongest foundation we can lay down.Ask God to protect all the work men on site from injury and to prevent any theft from the site Thank God for the collective expertise of our professional team and for the skill of the mechanical and electrical sub-contractors in particular. Continue to ask for good

Breaking News: Brick colour chosen at LRBC

2011-07-19T19:40:00.001Z

BRICK WORK: Clifford (Architect), Graham (Site Manager) and Jane (Brick Enthusiast) get the right match. In a break from news about phone tapping and journalists, we have this news just in. The brick type and colour has been selected for the new external brickwork and their delivery is pending. It doesn't get much more exciting that this.

Progress update: Week ending Friday 15th July 2011

2011-07-19T19:31:00.002Z

Since the last time I reported there has been lots of activity on site. The observant among you will have noticed the installation of steelwork to the Leigh Road elevation to create the opening for the new pairs of double doors which will give easy access into the garden. The foundations for the new Welcome area are now complete and good progress has been made to the mechanical installations in

Weekly Prayer Bricks: 6th July 2011 - The divine is in the detail

2011-07-06T12:41:00.004Z

This week everything is in the detail. Please pray for accuracy as the contractor 'sets' out the welcome area in the next couple of days. The main steels for the welcome area are likely to be erected next week, again pray for safety for the sub-contractors involved. Next week a group are meeting to discuss colour schemes and signage with Clifford our architect. Please do pray for continued good

Weekly Prayer Bricks: 3rd July 2011

2011-07-03T00:18:00.001Z

Please continue to pray, asking God to protect all the work men on site from injury and to prevent any theft from the site, thanking God for the collective expertise of our professional team and for the skill of the mechanical sub-contractors installing the new heating and hot water systems. Continue to ask for good working relationships, but also that we (Jane, Robin, Alan, David & Peter) would

Progress update: Week ending Friday 1st July 2011

2011-07-02T20:28:00.004Z

The Main Contractor, T.J. Evers, has been on site now for nine weeks and after a slow start there is now definite evidence of activity! Not only has the Parlour been demolished and the existing floor slab removed, the side walls of the Main Hall have been taken down (the side roofs are now supported by props) and work is commencing to lay the new foundations. Openings have been made to the

Cake and eat it: Fundraising tea party success

2011-06-25T11:21:00.026Z

Vanessa, Dawn, Sally and Isabella: The Dough Makers A big thank you to all the supporters of the BUILD summer garden party organised by Sally Willcock and friends. A steady stream of people came throughout the day to the 'open garden' event, all ready to have a lovely time. Those that supported the event will be pleased to know the amount raised was a fantastic £420, for the BUILD

Progress: End of Week 6 - Spread far and wide

2011-06-24T22:09:00.003Z

One moment, I thought we were paying for a new building? It seem that the builders are taking most of it away? Ah, but while on tea break they tell us that 95% of the material they have demolished will be recycled and used again. The beams will be part of a barn conversion in Hockley, the bricks will be used in Rochford and the rubble will be ground down and used on other jobs. The church

LRBC's BUILD Webcam now live at www.lrbc.org.uk/build

2011-06-18T22:08:00.000Z

So you can keep up to date with the progress of the BUILD project from the comfort of your PC we erected a webcam on the spire. You can now visit www.lrbc.org.uk/build to see the latest happenings (updated every 60 seconds). With thanks to Charlies Bain for drills and tools, Matt and Sarah at www.ecru.co.uk for embedding the footage into our website and not forgetting the kind people at

Church Meeting: BUILD update on progress 26 May 2011

2011-05-26T21:49:00.001Z

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The writings on the wall. Pledge day generosity and thanks

2011-05-20T08:15:00.005Z

Sunday 15th May 2011 saw another of the BUILD pledge day's at LRBC. The special service which involved a prayer walk for the building project and for safety and security of those working on the site. It was powerful to see over 200 people young and old walking the LRBC island site asking God to use the site and project for his will and glory. As we walked we were reminded of the

Weekly Prayer Brick: 12 May 2011

2011-05-17T12:45:00.000Z

The contractors are now on site and preparation work is underway – woop woop! Please pray for:· On Monday 16th the professional team are meeting with the contractor to discuss the proposals for heating. Please pray for good solutions.· Keep praying for safety and security on the site. · Good communication between all those working on the project

Progress: Bring me a shrubbery!

2011-05-17T12:40:00.001Z

Bring me a shrubbery! - those famous words issued by a giant Knight in a Monty Python film. Now it looks like they have. The BUILD project is having a visual impact on the Leigh Road end of Marguerie Drive. Take a look now and you'll see there are fences are up and no shurbbery, no bushes and no foliage are to be seen, as the builders prepare the site for the work. Exciting times.

Surrounding the project in prayer as LRBC walk and pray the island site

2011-05-15T19:15:00.000Z

Prayer Brick: Next week the work begins

2011-05-05T10:01:00.002Z

The contractors will be on site from next week, so please pray for: · good communication between their site manager (Graham) and project manager (John) and our own personnel – especially Jane Brookes, Alan Cook and Robin Hammond as they interact on a daily basis. · Pray for safety on the site. Thank you.

Diary Date: BUILD Gift & Pledge Day

2011-04-28T10:51:00.002Z

The next gift day for the BUILD project will be on Sunday 15th May 2011. Please prayerfully consider your response. Thank you.

BUILD: The Countdown Begins and a few practical matters

2011-04-28T10:50:00.003Z

Further to the church meeting on Thursday 31 March, T J Evers the contractor will take possession of the site on Tuesday 3 May. The contractual completion date is Monday 5th December. During these two dates please be aware that access to the contractor's area (ie. The Parlour, Primary Room, Main Hall and part of the garden) is restricted to the contractor and their employees please note that

Colour schemes - small group needed

2011-04-07T16:40:00.002Z

Following the outcome of the Church Meeting we have now entered into a different phase with the project - construction! T.J. Evers are gearing up to start on site on Tuesday 3 May 2011. One of our next tasks is to select and agree colour schemes, both inside and out. If you have an eye for this and would like to be part of a small group undertaking this please contact Jane in the Church

The Lounge group invite ladies to a Build Fundraising Coffee Morning

2011-04-07T16:25:00.002Z

LRBC's ladies group called 'The Lounge' are holding a fundraising coffee morning for the BUILD project on Tuesday 17th May between 11am - 12.30 at The Manse, 19 Parkside, Westcliff. There will also be a bring and buy stall, plus a cake stall. Please come and bring your friends. There is a suggested minimum donation of £2 per person. See Jennie Hembery for further details.

Church Meeting: BUILD presentation and vote on proposal 31 March 2011

2011-03-31T21:38:00.000Z

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BUILD: Change to March Church Meeting date

2011-03-10T11:39:00.001Z

A letter from the LRBC leadership is going out to all Leigh Road Baptist Church Members on Sunday 13th March. Those in small groups please remind the members in your group to collect theirs. Because the information will particularly affect groups which meet on Thursday evening, here is a brief extract: Following the receipt of tenders for the project, the BUILD team are working hard to

Tea at The Stables Ritz Sold Out

2011-03-03T14:29:00.000Z

All tickets for the exclusive Tea at 'The Stables Ritz' BUILD fundraiser on Saturday 19th March have now sold out. Which is great news. The bad news is that Jennie Hembery would like those who have reserved tickets to pay for them. Please bring you payment of £15 per ticket to Jennie. Cheques can be made payable to Leigh Road Baptist Church Anyone who wants to be placed on a waiting list should

PRAYER BRICK: 3rd March 2011

2011-03-03T13:27:00.002Z

Tenders have been returned. However the lowest tender is significantly over budget which means that in order to reach an affordable figure significant savings will need to be made: this is achievable. Pray for the Development Team: we need to ensure all the ‘essential’ items remain in the proposals but that the ‘desirable’ items are prioritised. Pray for the professional team: good working

Prayer Brick: 23 Feb 2010

2011-02-24T13:16:00.000Z

As we await tenders to come in could we pray that we will get the right contractor to do the work? God has really blessed us so far with an excellent professional team and it would be good to thank Him for that and also for the funding that has come in so far...

Praise God and give thanks for Cory

2011-02-24T13:13:00.000Z

We have heard from the Cory Environmental Trust that "subject to registration with the central Cory regulator" (an internal procedure at Cory) LRBC is being offered a grant of £55,000 towards the Build project. Thanks again for praying and for the team who put the bid and presentation together.

BUILD Surrounding Prayer: 17 Feb 2011

2011-02-17T12:30:00.001Z

To help us surround the project in prayer, here is this weeks prayer brick: As we await tenders to come in could we pray that we will get the right contractor to do the work? God has really blessed us so far with an excellent professional team and it would be good to thank Him for that and also for the funding that has come in so far…..

Tea at The Stables Ritz Fundraiser

2011-02-10T14:21:00.001Z

North Leigh Small Group cordially invite youto join them for a BUILD fund raising event in The Stables Loungefor “Tea at The Stables Ritz”On Saturday 19th March,3pm – 5pm. Cost: £15 per headDress Code: Smart/Formal Bookings will be taken soonLook out for further details

Bi-monthly report form the BUILD desk: Sun 13 Feb 2011

2011-02-10T12:25:00.002Z

making a difference in our community This is the fifth (not so) bi-monthly report regarding the BUILD Project. Here’s the news:• Five contractors are currently pricing the tender documentation (Bill of Quantities and drawings). The tender return date is Friday 25 February and the tenders will be opened here on Monday 28 February. • The Project Board have been working hard to prepare for our

BUILD update on progress 27 Jan 2011

2011-01-27T12:02:00.000Z

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BUILD Bi-Weekly Update: Sunday 12th December 2010

2010-12-14T12:01:00.002Z

What have we been up to since our last report?• One hundred church members attended the Special Church Meeting on Thursday 18 November; 98 people voted to support the resolution proposed by the Leadership regarding funding. Hallelujah! It was fabulous for so many to be present and to witness unanimity amongst God's people here at LRBC. • Of further encouragement was the generosity evident by the

Update from November Church Meeting: Tender

2010-12-14T11:54:00.000Z

Further to the decision last Church meeting, the BUILD project will go out to tender directly after Christmas and we are aiming to start work on site directly after Easter. As part of the process, church members are required to empower the trustees to sign the contract with the Main Contractor. A vote will be taken on this at the next Church meeting on Thursday 27 January. For further

Fundraising: Pre-School Success at the local curry house

2010-10-22T14:20:00.001Z

A Big Thank You to LRBC Pre-School Staff and Parents who, on Tuesday 19 October, organised an Indian Curry Evening Fundraiser to raise funds towards the BUILD project. It is estimated that £290.00 was raised on the night from those that attended and those that sent in a donation. This great stuff! All accounts state that great food and fun was had by all. Indeed there is even talk of

Special Church Meeting: Letters in the post

2010-10-21T16:05:00.000Z

For members of Leigh Road Baptist Church there is an item of Special Business within the Church Meeting 18th November 2010 regarding BUILD funding. Letters have been sent to every member and we request that you make every effort to attend. We need to show as membership that we are commited to the project and therefore I request that as many church members as possible are present at the meeting.

BUILD Drawings Open Day: Drop-in 10am to 3pm at LRBC

2010-10-21T15:20:00.001Z

During the day on Saturday 6 November there will be opportunity to look at the detailed drawings and chat with Clifford in the Parlour. Please take this as your invitation to come along and see – just pop in, any time between 10.00 am and 3.00pm.

BUILD Bi-Weekly Update: 17 October 2010

2010-10-17T14:25:00.001Z

This is the third of our (not so) bi-weekly reports regarding the BUILD Project, So, what have we been up to over the last couple of weeks? Collating the feedback we have received from church members and friends regarding the presented funding options. A big thank you to all of you who took the time to respond personally and those of you who discussed the subject in your home groups Last

Volunteers needed for The Christmas Fayre Fantastic: Two Types

2010-10-03T15:41:00.001Z

Look out for posters for more info The Christmas Fayre Fantastic on Saturday 20th November - We will be holding a Christmas Fayre to raise funds for the Build project. We need to two types of volunteers, those that would like to make craft items, jewellery, cards etc to sell and those that would be willing to serve on the day. Please contact Julie Eady if this is of interest to you. Thanks.

Don't forget: Ask questions about BUILD after the morning service

2010-10-01T15:36:00.000Z

Don't forget there will be an opportunity after most of the morning services up to half term to ask questions and to share your thoughts regarding the BUILD project & funding options with members of the Church Leadership and project board.

BUILD Bi-Weekly Update: Sunday 26 September 2010

2010-09-26T15:48:00.002Z

This is the second of our bi-weekly reports regarding the BUILD Project. So, what have we been up to over the last couple of weeks? The Funding Options for the project were presented to Church Members at the Church Meeting which took place on Thursday 16th September and again after the morning service on Sunday. A series of meetings have been planned, for details see below. Particularly, if you

BUILD Update from Church Meeting 16 September 2010

2010-09-16T22:00:00.001Z

BUILDView more presentations or Upload your own.So if you missed the last church meeting here is the update from it. Remember you can pause, fast forward or rewind the presentation at any time using the controls and slider.

BUILD Bi-Weekly Update: Sunday 12 September 2010

2010-09-08T11:58:00.002Z

‘It’s going to be a very busy and exciting period for LRBC with regard to the BUILD (Enhancement) Project. We thought the best way to keep everybody up to date was to report bi-weekly in the Update. So here goes, what we have been up to:Over the Summer the Leadership Team have been considering the various available funding options. To find out more on this make sure you are present at the

BUILD: Church Meeting Thursday 8th July 2010 Be There!

2010-07-06T11:18:00.001Z

Dear LRBC Church MembersI warmly encourage you to come to the church meeting on Thursday 8th July 2010, 8pm. It will be extremely important in the life of the church and the leadership will be casting the vision for what we want to do over the next few years and there will be ample time for feedback and work in groups to discuss proposals. The meeting will also have many items of interest

Fundraising: Greeting Cards sellers needed

2010-07-01T10:22:00.002Z

We are in the process of setting up a ‘Christian Greetings Cards’ stall which will be open in the hall after morning services with proceeds going towards BUILD. If you think you might enjoy manning it for us, please contact Sylvie Lowe or Andy Warner at the church office 01702 478698 for more details.

Praise God for joyful givers: BUILD Pledge Day III Sunday 27 June 2010

2010-06-21T10:31:00.000Z

Together the Church family have raised £311,000 over the next. This is awesome!7 years worth of pledges and gifts towards the Build project. On Sunday 27th June 2010 there is another opportunity to give to the BUILD Project. Please prayerfully consider how you can help make this project happen, remember gifts and pledges can come in many forms, time, prayer and financially.Together as a Church

Bowling Fundraiser: Bowled over by success

2010-06-11T12:19:00.001Z

Bowled over: having fun on the lanesA great time was by all who attended the Ten Pin Bowling night organised by Billie Thornton. Over 50 LRBC members and friends joined together to pit their skills against the ten pins at Broadway Bowl. After 2 games and over 2 hours of fun it is estimated that over £300 was raised towards BUILD. The final amount is still to be announced - so watch this space. A

2010-06-05T17:49:00.001Z

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Plants and Seedlings Fundraiser

2010-05-20T11:04:00.000Z

After the morning service on Sunday 23rd May 2010, some plants and seedlings (fruit / vegetables / flowers) will be available in the Church Hall during coffee time. They are free but generous donations for Build would be appreciated!

Ten-Pin Bowling : Come and have some fun!

2010-05-07T18:01:00.001Z

A fun evening for all, raising funds for BUILD COME TEN-PIN BOWLING WITH THE CHURCH MONDAY 24 MAY, 7PM FOR 7.30PM £7.50 PER PERSON FOR 2 GAMES Broadway Super Bowl, Leigh Road, Leigh-On-Sea Tickets from Billie Thornton: 01702 479021 billie@thethorntons.biz SECURE YOUR TICKETS BEFORE SUNDAY 16TH MAY 2010. £5 deposit required (non-refundable) cheques payable to LRBC Why not enter

BUILD Update Church Meeting 18 March 2010

2010-03-19T17:31:00.001Z

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Fundraising News Issue 2 March 2010

2010-03-19T17:06:00.003Z

The lastest edition of the BUIlD Fundraising news is available at church with the weekly update on a Sunday. It is also available to download by clicking the link below:Fundraising News Issue 2 March 2010(You will need the Free Acrobat Reader to view)

BUILD Consultation Feb 21 & 28, 2010

2010-02-05T13:15:00.000Z

The BUILD Development Team has been beavering away with Clifford Patten, our Architect, to refine the proposals for changing and enhancing the premises. These plans have been presented to the Leadership and we would now like to give the opportunity for everyone to view and comment on the revised plans. Therefore after the morning services on 21st and 28th February 2010, you will find the team in

BUILD Update Church Meeting Jan 2010

2010-01-22T12:55:00.000Z

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BUILD Fundraising Newsletter Issue 1 Jan 2010

2010-01-21T11:55:00.000Z

So the first issue of the BUILD Fundraising newsletter is now out for you all to read and see how you can get involved. There are loads of great ideas and activities that should suit the many types of people who want to get involved. So take a read and get sign-up. Hard copies of this were given out at the church throughout January 2010. Thanks to Jamie & Vicky Currell for putting this together.

LRBC FC Boxing Day Donation

2010-01-15T16:44:00.001Z

The final count of the money raised from the Boxing Day Charity Football Match has been completed.LRBC FC are proud to announce that a donation of £232.95 has been made to the Leigh Road Baptist Church BUILD Project. A massive thank you to all the players who took part in a very entertaining game and donated so generously, all the supporters who turned out on a very cold morning to cheer on LRBC

BUILD PROJECT BOARD: Thank you!

2009-12-04T19:45:00.001Z

We just want to say a big thank you for the many ways you have promised to support the work of the church through the pledges we have received over recent weeks. We are mindful of the prevailing economic climate and the demands that are made on your time, energy and resource at this time of year and yet the level of response has been unprecedented. We rejoice in God’s goodness, mercy and love,

2009-11-19T22:40:00.001Z

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Event: Leigh Road's Got TALENT - Postponed

2009-11-13T17:40:00.003Z

The Leigh Road's Got TALENT event has been POSTPONED.This was due to take place on Saturday 21st November.The new date will hopefully be at the end of February early March 2010. So keep polishing up those acts and skills - the weird the wonderful. Look out for updates and entry forms coming out in the new year. All ages welcome to enter. For more information please speak to Vanessa Glover.

IF MY PEOPLE PRAY: A week of prayer & fasting for LRBC

2009-11-13T15:51:00.001Z

IF My people, who are called by My name, shall humble themselves, pray, seek, crave, and require of necessity My face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 (Amplified Bible)Generous God - Generous PeopleA week of prayer & fasting for LRBCMonday 16th - Sunday 22 November 2009Location: Leigh Road Baptist Church,

Fundraiser: Step into Christmas 09

2009-11-06T13:44:00.002Z

STEP INTO CHRISTMAS 09A Night Full of Varied Musical EntertainmentFRIDAY 11TH DECEMEBER 2009Admission minimum £5 donationAll proceeds in aid of LRBC charity (RCN:1128952)Refreshments available.Further info contact Charlotte Taylor: 07738682018 / cetaylor521@gmail.com www.lrbc.org.uk

BUILD Prayer Pointers November 2009

2009-11-05T15:45:00.001Z

Jane Brookes has given us the following prayer pointers: Clifford Patten, the architect, as he seeks to develop his proposals further. The Project Board (Tim Willcock, Steven Hembery, Julie Eady, Alun Howley and Jane Brookes) as they meet next Monday The Development Team (Derek Silverton, Martin Scott, Gary Thorne, Tony Bowhill, Terry

Fundraising Meal Success: Sunflower Eaterie

2009-10-26T17:56:00.001Z

A big thank you to all who supported the first official BUILD fundraising meal at the Sunflower Eaterie, Queens Road, Southend.The restaurant was fully booked for LRBC and friends and over £150 was raised on the night towards BUILD.The food was beautiful and our thanks go to the staff that looked after us so well.Don't miss out on the next fundraiser.

BUIL Fundraiser: Step Back Into Christmas II

2009-10-23T13:52:00.003Z

Live Music EveningStep Back Into Christmas II11th December ‘09, Leigh Road Baptist Church, Marguerite Drive, Leigh-on-SeaContact CHARLOTTE TAYLOR for details

BUILD Fundraiser Event: Leigh Road’s Got Talent!

2009-10-22T20:31:00.000Z

Saturday 21st November ‘09 Leigh Road’s Got Talent!Contact Vanessa GLOVER for entry forms/tickets etc.

BUILD Fundraiser Meal Menu

2009-10-16T20:25:00.003Z

The Sunflower Eaterie75 Queens RoadSouthend-on-Sea SS1 1NL7 for 7.30pmMenu for Friday 23rd OctoberMainsAll served with a selection on fresh vegtables & potatoesChicken & leek pie*Pork chops cooked with brandy & apple sauce*Vegetarian moussaka*Fillet of salmon pan-fried in a mushroom, white wine & cream sauce*PuddingsBaileys cheesecake & cream*Mixed berries pavalova with cream*Bread & butter

21 places to go, only 21 places to go...

2009-10-16T20:17:00.001Z

Still 21 tickets going begging for BUILD fundraising meal @ the Sunflower Eaterie on Friday 23rd October! Come along for a splendid meal and entertaining conversation with like-minded BUILD supporters! Contact Jamie Currell for tickets (07967 707813)

BUILD Fundraising: Meal @ the Sunflower Eaterie

2009-10-08T20:21:00.002Z

You are invited to a BUILD Fundraising Meal at the...Sunflower Eaterie75, Queens Rd, Southend-On-Sea, Essex SS1 1NL Friday 23rd October ‘09£14 per head for two courses.Spaces limited to 30 people so first come first servedContact Jamie CURRELL for details & tickets.

Summary of information given at the Church Meeting on Thursday 17 September 2009

2009-10-08T10:28:00.002Z

In order to communicate as effectively as possible to the ChurchFamily here is a summary of the information given at the ChurchMeeting on Thursday 17 September: 1. BUILD has two main strands – the first is to maintain the site and the second is tochange and enhance the premises.2. Over the summer, Robin and Alan have been very busy maintaining the premises.Here is a

2009-09-17T20:28:00.000Z

BUILD Update Church Meeting 17 Sept 09View more presentations or Upload your own.

BUILD update: Church Meeting 9 July 2009

2009-07-13T14:50:00.004Z

BUILD update: Church Meeing 9 July 2009View more presentations or Upload your own.So if you missed the last church meeting here is the update from it. Remember you can pause, fast forward or rewind the presentation at any time using the controls and slider.

Be there: BUILD at the Church Meeting on Thursday 9 July '09

2009-07-03T11:27:00.001Z

A big thank you to all those who attended the meeting in the Sanctuary on Thursday 18 June. It was a good opportunity to worship, pray and look at the architect’s proposals. The BUILD Project Board and the Leadership Team have considered the results of your feedback. Please come along to the Church Meeting on Thursday 9 July where part of the evening will be spent considering the

July 09: Prayer bricks

2009-07-02T11:22:00.001Z

Here are some prayer pointers or bricks: Prayer should be the foundation of all we do in Christ. Thank God for the evening in the Sanctuary on Thursday 18 June. Thank him for the times of worship and prayer. Thank him for the opportunity to consider the designs proposed by the three architects. Thank him for everyone's participation and involvement - for all the

Event: 3 Design Briefs: You Decide 18 June, 8pm LRBC

2009-06-04T17:21:00.003Z

Event: 3 Design Briefs Thursday 18th June, 8pmView more presentations or Upload your own. On Thursday 18th June there will be an opportunity for you to view the design concepts submitted by the three architects who have been invited to interpret our Outline Project Brief for the: Pre-school roomThe Main HallThe Parlour. In the context of prayer and worship you will be invited to comment on

BUILD Update from Church Meeting 21 May 2009

2009-06-04T13:17:00.004Z

BUILD Update Church Meeting May 21 2009View more presentations or Upload your own.We are aiming to communicate clearly regarding the BUILD Project and the work which needs to be done around the premises. So for the benefit of those who did not attend the Church Meeting on Thursday 21 May 2009 here is a brief update: Following our