The week for Christian Unity runs from 18th to 25th January 2017. This year’s theme is ‘Crossing Barriers’. The following events, which are warmly invited to, have been organised by the Purley and Kenley Churches Together. You are also welcome at the following events: – Ecumenical service on Sunday 22nd January at 4 pm at […]
The Pantoloons are proud to present ‘The Lie-On King’
he Pantoloons are proud to present. ‘The Lie-On King’ a pantomime written by Joe Crisfield and directed by Margaret Bishop The evening will be fun for all the family and the panto supports the Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation and MERU. Dates: Wednesday 25th to Saturday 28th January 2017: Times: Wednesday to Saturday: 7.45pm and a Saturday […]
Russell’s December Newsletter
December 2016 Dear Friends, 2016 will be remembered as a year of incredible change. Some of us will look back with personal joy at specific events but others still confuse and bewilder us. In the face of uncertainty the Church can seem irrelevant or powerless. But let us never forget that we have a great […]
A New Vision – Purley United Reformed Church
Purley United Reformed Church – a new vision for a new year Recently the building work, apart from some ongoing improvements, was completed and the front of the church has now been updated and made more visible from Purley High Street. You will notice that a new notice board has replaced the two older notice […]
Fairtrade December Sale
There will be a sale of Traidcraft, and other Fair-trade items, on Sunday December 11th, in the Hall, following morning Worship. As well as the usual food items, there will be more gifts and Christmas-themed items (paper, ornaments, Christmas biscuits, etc.). Organiser: Scott Wells
Commitment for Life – Central America – November 2016
CENTRAL AMERICA Christian Aid works in four countries in Central America – Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. They work with around 30 partner organisations, from community-based groups to larger organisations operating across the region and beyond. Their partners include indigenous communities, small farmers’ associations, development organisations, research institutions and faith-based organisations. They have strong […]
New Development at Purley United Reformed Church
You may have noticed that over the last few weeks there has been a lot of building work outside the front of the church. This may have caused you some inconvenience and we appreciate your understanding and patience during this time of disruption. The good news is that this work should be completed by December 1st […]
Russell’s Monthly Newsletter – November 2016
November 2016 Dear Friends, The board game Monopoly was always a family favourite but equally incredibly frustrating. Whilst it was always fun being the ‘top hat’ whizzing around the streets of London (or ending up in jail) it always brought out the worst in all of us. Not only did a game take absolutely hours, […]
‘ Tailoring the Image: Costume and Accessories in Art’- Speaker: Dr Lois Oliver; 4 November 2016
Come and enjoy an evening with Purley Lit on 8 November 2016: Speaker: Dr Lois Oliver: Talk: ‘ Tailoring the Image: Costume and Accessories in Art’ Background: ‘Lois explains how clothing and accessories play a significant role in art. For artists; fabrics, lace, embroidery and jewellery provide a showcase for their virtuosity. Based on research […]
‘Abode of the Gods’ – Speaker: Kev Reynolds ; 25th October 2016
Come and enjoy an evening with Purley Lit on 25th October 2016: Speaker: Kev Reynolds: Talk: ‘Abode with the Gods’ Time: 8pm Venue: Purley United Reformed Church [gview file=”https://purleyurc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Kev-Reynolds167.pdf”]