As part of the ongoing Hertfest initiative started in 2007 under the umbrella of Hertford Churches Together, there will be a a range of acrtivities from 26 July to 1 August and beyond. Christians from various denominations in Hertford are uniting to do the mission of Jesus Christ. This means we will love and serve the people of Hertford, preach the good news in both word and deed, and pray for those who are sick, and those who are oppressed. As we do this, we respond to God’s call to see lives transformed and communities changed through the love, power, mercy and good news of Jesus Christ.
Activities will include:
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A weekend of events (Friday 30 July - Sunday 1 August) called Commotion on the Common, whereby . The full schedule can be seen here . . . , and includes XGames at the Skatepark, Family Fun Days, and Open Air Church. If you would like to volunteer to help at Commotion on the Common, please complete a Volunteer Application form as soon as possible and return it via the instructions. See a copy here . . . Contact the Future Hope office for more details - 01992 503333 .
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A team from North Metro Church in Atlanta, Georgia will be returning to participate in Hertfest 2010. We are excited to host the American group and anticipate an exciting week of events. From Monday through Thursday, the mornings will start with a time of worship and prayer at St. Leonard’s Church, Bengeo from 8.00 -.9.00 am. Following that, Hertford young people are invited to join our American guests to participate in service projects throughout the community. Afternoon and evening activities will be varied throughout the week.
If you know of any projects that could use a few helping hands, please contact Rob Trennepohl or Sarah Miller at the Young Life Office (01992 509001). We are also seeking a few individuals with ‘handy-man’ qualities to help oversee young people who volunteer for the projects. Please contact the Young Life Office if you would like to volunteer for this role.
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St Andrews is holding a Tea Dance on Thursday, 29 July (the contact for this is Viv Thornton at St Andrews)
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Hertford Community Church and St Andrews are holding holiday clubs for children the week following
(2-6 August).
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There are Cameo days at Hertford Baptist Church.
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Please contact the above churches for details of these events.
