We shall celebrate our centenary over twelve months from September 2007 until September 2008.
This is a recognition
that the first part of the work of this church was in establishing Park
Institute (what we would now call a community centre) in 1907. It was in 1908
that Park Congregational Church was established.
The church has continued to develop; in 1972 the Congregational Church joined with the Presbyterian Church in England to form the United Reformed Church. So in 1972 we changed our name to Park United Reformed Church. Throughout the years the church has remained faithful to the calling of Jesus Christ, which is demonstrated in many different ways.
One distinctive aspect of our work is our commitment to work with young people, helping them to grow in faith.
At the beginning of our Centenary Celebrations in September we were presented with a Banner , Pulpit Fall and Lectern Drop by the Berkshire Embroiderers' Guild. To see pictures click here
Each month we have planned a special event to mark our Centenary plus special guests to lead worship; these are some of the plans so far…
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September 2007 An event to celebrate 100 years of Park URC and 100 years of Scouting.
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January 2008 Inter-Church Quiz an evening to exercise those grey cells. Friday 18th January from 7.30pm |
May 2008 Church Family Away Day a time of fellowship for all ages. Saturday 10th May |
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October 2007 Gala Dinner and the launch of our Centenary Book and DVD. '100 Years of Park' Saturday 6th October from 7.30pm |
February 2008 Grace Notes an evening of music, drama & readings exploring God’s grace. Saturday 9th February from 7.30pm |
June 2008 Flower Festival, Exhibition and Reunion Weekend ‘Celebrating the past, building for the future’ . Friday - Sunday 6th-8th June |
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November 2007 Edwardian Christmas Fair - fun for all the family, Saturday 24th November - 10.00am |
March 2008 DRAPES Production, entertainment from our amateur dramatics group. Friday & Saturday 14th-15th March |
July 2008 Churches Together in Earley & East Reading Fun Day in Palmer Park Bouncy castles, barbeques, balloons! Saturday 5th July 2-4pm |
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December 2007 Sing Christmas, led by Reading's Phoenix Choir an evening of song and entertainment. Book early to avoid disappointment. Saturday 8th December at 7.30pm |
April 2008 'Big Sing' with Alison Adam. Alison has been part of the Wild Goose Worship group and will lead an amazing musical experience Sunday 27th April |