Saturday 24 May 2008

Meet Jim!

Name: Jim Clarke

Family: Wife: Heather, Children: Jonathan and Catherine.

Hobbies /pastimes/ relaxation: We all live busy lives and it is so easy to pass each other by, so I just love to be with my wife no matter if it is a quiet country walk or (sorry guys) even going around the shops our times together are beautiful moments.

What has God been teaching you recently? When we think we have to do it on our own, or when we think we are doing it on our own, we stand on an uncertain foundation, like the man who built his house upon the sand. No matter how confident we are in ourselves, eventually the rains will come, washing away our self-confidence.But when we have God-confidence, we know – deep down – that we will always be able to approach God’s throne of grace boldly with confidence – knowing “we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it.” (Hebrews 4:16, NLT)

What do you enjoy most about TLC? We are a family forged in the fires of God’s love, and we are to “be devoted to each other like a loving family” (Romans 12:10). We are to love one another like brothers and sisters. This sense of family togetherness allows us to create authentic Christian community – where we are accepted, supported, and challenged to fully live out the purposes of our lives. We belong, and we help others believe they belong, that’s TLC.


Wednesday 21 May 2008

Meet the leaders!

Over the next weeks we are going to give you an insight into the lives, loves and loathings of the church leaders!
Up first is Dave! Sorry about the photo (taken from Facebook)!

Name: David Varney

Family: Wife Marion. Mum. Dad and sister in England

Hobbies/ pastimes/ relaxation: I am fan of good music and good coffee, and I love to sit and enjoy the two together whenever I can!

What has God been teaching you recently? Where to start?! One point that has stuck out for me is how God takes regular, everyday people, like me, gives us His blessing and uses us to achieve great things for Him.

What do you enjoy most about TLC? When you walk through the doors of TLC you can always guarantee a warm welcome! One of the great things about coming to TLC is that no matter who you are, or where you stand, you can come along, be yourself, and engage in a practical and thought-provoking message that will change your life!