Schedule of Events

Sat, 13th Feb:      LCGC Children’s Workshop  2:30-4:30pm 

                               London Community Gospel Choir  5:30 & 8pm

 Sun, 14th Feb:    Community Celebration: How do we get Life?  10:30am

 Mon, 15th Feb:    Coffee Morning  10am 

 Tues, 16th Feb:   Buggies & Brunch  10am

                                Men’s Sports Quiz  7:30pm @ Tamanna’s Indian Restaurant

 Wed, 17th Feb:   Champion’s Challenge Holiday Bible Club  9:30-12noon

                                Community Celebration: Who is Life for?  7:30pm

 Thurs, 18th Feb:  Champion’s Challenge Holiday Bible Club  9:30-12noon

                                 Community Lunch @Ashford Methodist Church  12noon

                                 Women’s Jewellery  Making  7:30pm

 Fri, 19th Feb:        Champion’s Challenge Holiday Bible Club  9:30-12noon

                                 Children’s Lunch & Praise Party  12noon-2pm 

 Sat, 20th Feb:       Women’s Breakfast  8:30am

                                 Youth @ Costa  7-9:30pm

 Sun, 21st Feb:       Community Celebration: Receiving the Gift of Life  10:30am

                                  Festival Finalè: A Life that Truly Satisfies  6pm 

For tickets or to register for any event, please ring 01784 240 014 or email info@aboutacc.com. For more information about specific events, please click on 'A Passion for Life.'

But the headline strikes a chord with us. We all want to improve our life. To make it more comfortable, more exciting, more affluent, more relaxing, more sociable, more challenging, more whatever. It reflects the fact that every one of us is seeking some meaning and purpose in life beyond what we presently have. 

It is interesting that when Jesus Christ walked this earth and drew  thousands to hear His teaching, He didn’t tell them how to improve their lives. He didn’t dispense pearls of wisdom for making more of life. He actually told them that they needed life! 

A Passion for Life is a week long festival during which we will be celebrating the life that Jesus Christ says that we need and that He came to freely offer to us all.  

Over the following pages you’ll find out about the events taking place during A Passion for Life. There is something for everyone–Gospel Choir, Men’s Sports Quiz, Children’s Holiday Bible Club, Women’s Jewellery Making and much more. The reason for the variety of events is that everyone needs life! If you are interested in attending any of the events then you’ll find details and how to attend.

On behalf of Ashford Congregational Church I want to welcome you to A Passion for Life and I hope that you will encounter personally the life that Jesus Christ uniquely offers. 

God bless

Pastor Keith Wilson  

“Controversial, professional, energetic, inspiring and Spirit-filled! Whatever adjective you choose to describe the sound and vision of the London Community Gospel Choir, “there ain’t no stopping them now.””

LCGC is known for its funky gospel flair, swing-beat, R’n’B, traditional and soulful arrangements, with invigorating choreography and vocal gymnastics.

LCGC will be performing twice at Ashford Congregational Church on Saturday 13^th February at 5.30pm and 8pm. Admission by ticket only £6 (adults), £2 (children), £3 (concessions: over 65 and students), £13 (2 adults + up to 3 children). Call 01784 240014 for tickets. The first concert will be shorter and more geared to families. Speaking at both concerts will be Peter Woodcock on “Why do we need life?” 

LCGC Children’s Workshop for 7-13 year olds will take place from 2:30-4:30pm on Saturday 13th February at Ashford Congregational Church. Children will perform with the choir at the 5:30pm show! The workshop costs £2 and includes admission to the 5:30pm show. Please register if wishing to attend. 

Sunday 14^th February at 10.30am- How do we get life?  (Guest speaker- Peter Woodcock) 

Wednesday 17^th February at 7.30pm- Who is life for?  (Guest speaker- Andy Mason)- followed by pizza!

Sunday 21^st February at 10.30am- Receiving the gift of Life.  (Speaker- Keith Wilson) 

Sunday 21^st February at 6.00pm- A Life that truly satisfies.  (Guest speaker- Andy Mason) 

We welcome the band One Rib from Chicago who will be leading us musically at these celebrations.

Tuesday 16^th February from 10am-12pm

An interactive time for Mums, Dads, Carers and Children, of singing, puppets and a Bible story followed by a special brunch for all and playtime. It’s free, no registration, so just show up!!  

Wednesday 17^th- Friday 19^th February from 9.30-12noon at Ashford Congregational Church   

Years 1-6

Are you ready for fun and games and in school years 1-6? Then this is for you!

The mornings will be full of games, crafts, singing, drama and Bible stories as children discover how to achieve their personal best and work in a team.

BIG Lunch and Praise Party on the final day starting at 12noon. Parents, brothers and sisters are invited to see and hear what the youngsters have been up to.

Cost: £10 per child, £8 for additional siblings. Pre-registration is required so either call 01784 240014 for a form or pick one up from the church.

Saturday 20^th February from 7.00-9.30pm

If you are between 13 and 18 then join us at Costa Coffee in Ashford for some games and a chance to hang-out. The first drink is on us! Also, if you could ask God one  question, what would it be? You’ll have the chance to fire that question to our speaker Andy Mason.  

Thursday 18^th February from 7.30-10.00pm at Ashford Congregational Church

Join Mandy Bye from Bead Time in Ashford and learn to make an item of jewellery. There will be refreshments and a short talk by  Caroline Wilson on ‘Beauty on the Inside’. Tickets for the evening are £10 and are available from the church office, or call 01784 240014.  

Come and enjoy a delicious breakfast, great company, music, and hear Susan Legg speak on ‘Finding meaning when life seems empty.’

The breakfast is free but call 01784 240014 to book your place. 

Tuesday 16^th February from 7.30-10pm

At Tamanna’s Restaurant (above Superdrug, Ashford)

Guest Speaker-Ugo Monye (Harlequins, England and British & Irish Lions)

Sports quiz, curry, a few beers, and an international rugby player. Sound like a good night? Then sign up fast for this event as numbers are limited. The event is £15 per head (drinks extra). Call 01784 240014 for tickets.