Letter from the Vicar – September ’26

Citing Jesus' words on bread and stones, the Vicar calls for an incarnational faith that chooses compassionate listening and presence over abstract doctrine, empty platitudes, and judgmental condemnation.

Citing Jesus' words on bread and stones, the Vicar calls for an incarnational faith that chooses compassionate listening and presence over abstract doctrine, empty platitudes, and judgmental condemnation.

Reflecting on bees trapped inside All Saints Church, the Vicar draws a parallel to spiritual liberation. He urges opening closed doors to offer freedom, grace, and inclusion to all.

At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit transforms fear into courage, breaking barriers of language and culture to unite a diverse community through a shared language of love.

Dear all, As we transition from Easter to Pentecost on 24th May, we experience a sense of renewal and unity that is essential to any community, regardless of religious belief.…

Dear All Since last Easter, my life has changed. My granddaughter, Phoebe, has just turned one and my grandson, Harrison, was born 11 weeks ago. Both remind us of new…

Join the Friends of St James for a quiz and supper night designed to bring the people of Biddenham together.

Dear All In my study is a box of cables that I do not want to deal with. Some of them are old and useless because technology and connectivity is…

Every 5 years, St James’s is reviewed by the Diocesan Architect. In his survey this year he made very rewarding comments.

The Lord is indeed the good shepherd. He is with us in the darkest valleys. He cares for us when we are in danger;

Come and see 70 trees decorated with the theme of ‘Christmas Past, Present & Future’ at St Paul’s Church, Bedford.

Sunday 9th November was a lovely autumnal day and there was an excellent turnout for the Remembrance Day service at Biddenham War Memorial.

Get into the holiday spirit on Sunday, December 7th at St. James’s Barn.