We have 2 main principles:
Our vision is that, as the Church, we are called not to be a place that people come to, but to be a movement. We are to be led by the Holy Spirit into the places we go to share Jesus with the people we meet.
And so our vision is that we should be the church for your neighbourhood - that's where you live, work, study, shop, eat, socialise, walk the dog. Wherever you go and whatever you do, the people you come across are your neighbours - the parents at the school gate or your kids' activities, the staff in the shop, cafe and garage, your colleagues, fellow members of the gym/sports team/social club/slimming class!
So where did we get these ideas? Well, they're not new and they're not ours!
Let's think about what is probably Jesus' most famous parable - The Good Samaritan.
That parable starts with a question that Jesus is asked:
‘Who is my neighbour?’
To answer the question, Jesus tells the parable of a man on a journey from Jerusalem to Jericho - a distance of more than 15 miles. While on the road, he is attacked and badly injured.
Two senior religious officials walk past and avoid the man, not wanting to get involved. But then a Samaritan - a sworn enemy of the Jews - comes by and goes out of his way to help the injured man.
The parable ends with Jesus asking a question: 'Which of these was a neighbour to that man?"
It was, of course, the Samaritan. The one who, while travelling, stopped to make a difference in the life of someone he encountered.
As West Derby Neighbourhood Church, we see our biggest priority as equipping people to make a difference in the lives of those they meet. In Jesus' name and in the power of the Spirit.
Pete is our beloved Pastor. Pete's sermons are a blend of wisdom, humour, and heartfelt truth. He leads the flock with love and grace… and Dad jokes.
Frank is part of our Leadership team, he's our treasurer and a trustee. Frank likes things as orderly as the universe God designed.
Colin problem-solves down-to-earth issues, whether fixing leaks, mowing the grass or helping to produce the garden's fruit & vegetable offerings. He also serves on the worship team playing the oboe.
Gail’s smile is so contagious that you’ll catch it before the service even begins. Her joy is a gift, and she radiates God’s love wherever she goes. She has been part of our leadership team since 2022 and she is part of the worship team as well.
Martin joined our Leadership team in 2022 and he is our tech lead. Whether he's behind the pulpit or the laptop, Martin makes sure things run smoothly.
Vivian joined our Leadership team in 2022. Vivian is a teacher and preacher within WDNC. She teaches volunteers and is involved in many church activities—often all at the same time. If there’s a way to serve, Vivian’s already signed up!
Sarah cares for the flock alongside Pete. When she’s not leading worship, she's praying and listening to the Holy Spirit... over what songs to pick next. She's got the gift of melody, and sometimes it seems like even her prayers are sung.
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