URC Mersey

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Synod Meeting: Saturday 14 March 2026 9.30 am (for 10 am start) to 4pm at St. John’s URC, Wilderspool Causeway, Warrington, WA4 6QE

We invite you to the next meeting of our Mersey Synod. We shall gather as leaders of the churches so that under the guidance of the Holy Spirit we may discern the mind of Christ for the future and to give thanks for work that has been completed since we last met.

The theme of this Synod meeting remains as last year, “Living Faith: Our Journey Continues”.

During our meeting we will take some time to focus on the exciting possibilities that the Church Life Review offers us with the aim of inspiring ideas as to how this can support local churches towards growth, enabling us all to deliver our mission within our respective communities.

We hope this will inspire us all to generate ideas for possible grant funding applications for the appointment of local church lay workers and to start exploring ideas for establishing new communities of discipleship and worship.

Anyone can attend the Synod meeting, although only members and designated church representatives can vote on resolutions. Booking to attend the Synod meeting is essential

The Agenda and papers are published in the Book of Reports. Read the Book of Reports here

Mersey Synod is recruiting!

Mersey Synod is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Communications Officer to join the Mersey Synod URC team to lead and help us to manage our media with collating and publishing information, news and local church stories across the Synod and beyond, where needed. Visit our job vacancies page to find out more

AN INTRODUCTION TO LIVING FAITH: OUR SYNOD THEME FOR 2025-2027

As we move our focus from Talking Faith to Living Faith, it’s a good idea for us to consider the direction of travel that we take. As we journey through Living Faith, this should not stop our desire to talk faith, as part of Living Faith is finding ways to ‘invite’ others to the life we have discovered.

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Causeway Community Cafe opens its doors

There's now something new to look forward to on Tuesdays: the Causeway Community Café has opened at St John’s church hall (WA4 6QE), right next to the ESSO garage. Open every Tuesday from 10am to 2pm, this lively spot offers homemade food, a friendly atmosphere, and a welcoming environment. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful place to work or a cheerful table for conversation, the café is designed to be a favourite destination for people of all ages and backgrounds. The notable Warrington Photographic Society is delighted to currently display a collection of historic photographs from Warrington, as well as stunning nature pictures and much more in the café space

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URC welcomes UK’s recognition of State of Palestine

Mersey Synod URC welcomes the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state as a step towards justice, peace, and the dignity of all people…

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Songs of Joy and Fellowship at St David’s URC Eastham

The second Ladies Day at St David’s, Eastham took place on Saturday 4th October, arriving with Storm Amy yet bringing a spirit of warmth and fellowship inside the church. The chosen theme was Worship Him in the beauty of holiness and worship was at the heart of the day.

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Faith in Action: Unity and Dialogue Across the Region

Leaders of faith communities across Merseyside gathered this week, continuing a tradition that began in 2018. Twice a year, representatives from Christian denominations, including Catholic, Anglican, Free Churches, and leaders from Muslim, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh and Baha'i communities come together to strengthen relationships and share a common purpose.

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Being Church

Learn more about this resource for churches to help you review, reform and reinvigorate your church life.

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The London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC)

At Mersey URC, we are fortunate to be involved with the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC).

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