St Alphege Seasalter is to host the on Sunday 11 October, with the theme ‘Do not worry about your life’.
It follows St Clement’s Sandwich and as churches in our diocese to take part.
The service will reflect the church’s commitment to be alongside people in its community, and to support faith across generations, following the example of Jesus.
The Revd Paulette Stubbings, Team Vicar at the Whitstable Benefice, will be leading the service. She said: “It has been really enjoyable to put this service together - members of the congregation and community have been wonderfully brave and willing to take part.
“Being able to celebrate some of the things that are important to us as a church - such as sharing in the life and wellbeing of our community and worshipping across the generations is a great privilege.”
Megan, one of the young adults taking part in the service, added: “It has been such an honour to be involved in filming this; if just one person decides to love God a bit more then I’ll be over the moon.”
The service will feature several locations, showcasing the breadth of church community life: the modern Seasalter Christian Centre, the traditional St Alphege Seasalter Old Church and The Hub, a converted bungalow now used for youth and community outreach work.
Also featuring in the service will be ‘Open Door’, its award-winning weekly community coffee morning. The project offers an opportunity for company, refreshment, and the chance to share and support each other through the highs and lows of life.
The Bible readings will be taken from 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 and Luke 12:16-30, with the sermon looking at placing trust in God.
The intercessions will be led by two young people from the church, and the Lord’s Prayer will be followed by a version written by children from the church’s Sunday group. This will be read by Andrew and Ella - a grandfather and granddaughter - reflecting the intergenerational worship at the church.
You can watch the service from 9am on Sunday 11 October on the or on .
If your church community is interested in hosting one of these services in future, email the diocesan media and engagement team to discuss what is involved.