St Michael’s, Stoke Gifford is a lively, growing Anglican church on the northern edge of Bristol. We are a welcoming crowd of everyday people, living to make a difference by being a Christian heart at the centre of our communities. Everyone is welcome at St Michael’s.
We live to make a difference by Learning and Growing in our faith. We do this together. All of the ministries below are a reflection of the desire to learn and grow together. It’s the definition of Discipleship, and it’s central to our work through our small groups and courses, and in our commitment to prayer, care and sharing the resources we’ve been given.
We are called to share our faith in Jesus. The Church exists to spread the good news of Jesus’ love & life. We are committed to achieving this locally. We also make a difference well beyond our parish boundaries. We support and work with teams that fight poverty and spread the good news of Jesus locally, nationally and around the world.
Jesus came not to be served, but to serve. Our attitude should be the same. Serving our communities is the heartbeat of life at St Michael’s. Our coffee shop, our meeting rooms and our professional pre-school and nursery are used by hundreds of local families, businesses, groups and individuals all year round. And the generosity of all those who volunteer is constantly bringing reality to our vision of living to make a difference by being a Christian heart at the centre of our communities.
St Michael’s Men’s football is part of Men’s ministry at St Michael’s. Each Friday (September to June), men of various ages, with a wide range of skills and talents, can re-live their boyhood dreams.
We all enjoy playing an attractive brand of football in the way it is meant to be played, this involves encouraging players during the game and a sportsman attitude throughout the time together.
Who
Men over 16 years old – no upper limit (16-18’s need adult permission)
This year, the Men’s Ministry is mixing up the Beer tasting evening on Saturday 20 January
There will be 5 Best Bitters and 5 English IPAs to blind taste (blindfolds not required) against the BJCP (Beer Judge Certification Program) style guidelines.
You will be judging each beer against the BJCP style for; Aroma, Appearance, Flavour & mouthfeel to find your overall winner
Between the 2 styles, there will be a refreshment break with a hotdog and onions
The evening will start at 19:30 and will cost £10.
Booking and payment is online, places are limited to 48 men over the age of 18.
Come and try a Great British tradition with a twist. We’re offering a roast in a roll, with a traditional pud, rounded off with watching the British icon James Bond in Skyfall.
This all takes place on Saturday 16 September in the auditorium. 6pm for 6.30pm start.
Veggie options will be available (please provide dietary requirements when booking) Cost is just £5.
When: 10 am Saturday 8 July to 3 pm Sunday 9 July (leaving Stoke Gifford at 8.30 am)
Where: Riverside private land just outside Bradford Upon Avon, Bath.
Who: This is for 1 dad and 1 child (aged 9/Yr 5 and above, boys and girls)
Space is limited: There is space for 8 dads (with their 1 child) and 4 additional guys. Please sign up and pay to secure a place!
Cost: £80/head. £160 for you and your child. (please get in touch with Tom Benyon if you would like to attend but the cost is preventing you)
The cost includes the fee for Nathan Beard, bushcraft expert, and his assistant; all food and entertainment; bushcraft and foraging sessions and all the joy of an excellent event with your child that you haven’t planned!
Bring: Suitable outdoor wear and a small tent (2-4 person)
FANCY A CURRY? It’s that time of year again and we’re hosting a delicious homemade curry in the Lower Hall in St Michael’s Centre on 4 February at 8pm. They’ll be lots of options including; Chicken, Lamb and vegetarian along with starters, naan’s and dips. All made by experts! So come along with your own drinks and meet up with others who enjoy a curry, a chat and a quiz! Cost £25. Closing date 2 February – see you there!
Our next Men’s ministry event is on 25 June and is a Build a Burger evening in the auditorium. Bring your own drinks. Cost is £5 and includes all food! Click here to book
