Weekly Update for 4th November 2026
This week’s newsletter brings together the latest church news, community updates, upcoming events and other opportunities to get involved, support others and make a difference.
Our Prayer Focus turns to remembering those who have died and supporting all who are living with grief and bereavement.
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News
New Ethical Buying Guide for churches
Discover More: New Ethical Buying Guide for churchesThe refreshed guide from the JustMoney Movement shares good practice through purchasing case studies and urges churches to think both locally and globally.
Turning Tides Update on Roffey Place
Discover More: Turning Tides Update on Roffey PlaceRoffey Place will close in April 2027, but Turning Tides remains committed to tackling homelessness in Horsham.
Turning Tides Christmas Appeal
Discover More: Turning Tides Christmas AppealSupport the Turning Tides Christmas Appeal by choosing a practical gift from its Amazon Homeless Wish List and helping spread festive kindness.
Be Ready – Emergency Preparedness
Discover More: Be Ready – Emergency PreparednessThe Government’s Be Ready campaign offers practical advice on preparing for emergencies and keeping yourself and your family safe.
Christmas Decorations Appeal
Discover More: Christmas Decorations AppealGive your unwanted Christmas decorations a new home and help someone in the Horsham District enjoy a brighter Christmas. Donate today!
Operation Christmas Child – Shoebox Collection
Discover More: Operation Christmas Child – Shoebox CollectionKingdom Faith Church Horsham is once again a collection point for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes, bringing joy and hope to children worldwide.
More News
Do you have any news or events you’d like to share from your church or Christian charity? Please email your notices to admin@horshamct.org.uk by noon on Wednesday for publication in the next HCT Notices newsletter.
Events
Remembrance Sunday
Sunday 8th November 2026, 10:30am
Discover More: Remembrance SundayLocal churches will be holding a two minute silence on Remembrance Sunday, and the Royal British Legion will be leading a parade through Horsham town centre.
Armstice Day
Wednesday 11th November 2026, 10:45am
Discover More: Armstice DayThere will be a ceremony at the Carfax War Memorial on Armistice Day, including a two minute silence to remember all those who have lost their lives in war and conflict.
The Power of Prayer
Saturday 14th November 2026, 10am
Discover More: The Power of PrayerBrighton Road Baptist Church are hosting a free one-day seminar event exploring the power of prayer through teaching, testimony, worship, fellowship and praying together.
Messy Church – Roffey
Sunday 15th November 2026, 3pm
Discover More: Messy Church – RoffeyMessy Church: A fun-filled family afternoon of songs, storytelling, creative crafts, Messy Scientist activities and a shared meal for children and adults.
Fundraising Ceramic Painting Workshop
Wednesday 18th November 2026, 1:30pm
Discover More: Fundraising Ceramic Painting WorkshopEnjoy a relaxing, creative ceramic painting workshop for all ages and abilities, while supporting Olive Tree Cancer Support charity.
World Day of Prayer – Horsham Branch
Wednesday 18th November 2026, 7:30pm
Discover More: World Day of Prayer – Horsham BranchThe Horsham Branch of the World Day of Prayer welcomes anyone interested in helping prepare for next year’s special centenary service.
Kingdom Alignment
Saturday 21st November 2026, 10am
Discover More: Kingdom AlignmentKingdom Faith Church hosts a day conference exploring ‘Kingdom Alignment: The Church, Israel and God’s Unfolding Story’
Left to their own devices
Wednesday 25th November 2026, 7:30pm
Discover More: Left to their own devicesKids are growing up in a turbulent digital world, with bullying, screen time, lessening attention span, the rise of AI being just some of the issues our children are facing online.
More Events
Christmas Events
Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday 7th November 2026, 10am
Discover More: Christmas Craft FairDiscover handmade Christmas gifts and decorations at Cornerstone Methodist Church’s Craft Fair, with free entry and refreshments available.
Greeting Card Workshops
Saturday 7th November 2026, 10:30am
Discover More: Greeting Card WorkshopsEnjoy festive greeting card workshops at St Margaret’s Church, Warnham, and help raise funds for a special Christmas Day lunch for those alone.
Quiz & Pud!
Saturday 14th November 2026, 7pm
Discover More: Quiz & Pud!Join in an evening of fun with a lively quiz, delicious luxury puddings, a festive raffle and plenty of good company. Teams of six welcome!
More Christmas Events
Discover more events and activities organised by Horsham Churches Together,
our member churches and charity partners in our What’s on Guide.
Prayer Focus
A Prayer for Those Who Mourn
During the week between All Souls Day and Remembrance Sunday, we prayer for all who mourn.
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Disclaimer
Whilst we’ve carefully chosen these events and notices because we hope they will be useful to you and your church family, we are not directly responsible for the content from external groups and organisations. Horsham Churches Together.