ROYAL HARBOUR CHURCH
Dear All
It is with great sadness that we have to announce that Rev Gordon Warren passed away recently. His wife June was with him and he had been well looked after in the Pilgrim's Hospice over the last few weeks.
Gordon will be missed deeply. He was someone who oozed enthusiasm in all that he did. He had a real heart to find ways to reach out to people and share the good news of Jesus with them. This was his motivation in seeking to set up the Royal Harbour Church and he had spent years building relations with people around the harbour through his prayer walks where he touched many lives.
His death is perhaps shocking to many. Gordon seemed full of energy and vitality when the Royal Harbour Church was launched in March, but sadly the cancer advanced far more rapidly than expected.
He was such an incredible man who will be deeply missed. A real gift from the Lord.
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An update on future services will follow...
WHY ARE WE HERE?
The Royal Harbour at Ramsgate has seen a vibrant and continued growth and development of businesses and leisure activities. These include amongst others: trawlers, lifeboats, pilot boats, wind farm personnel, restaurants, cafes, bars, businesses, yachtsmen and women, pleasure boats, Sea Cadets, Sea Scouts, tourist activities and much else.
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There has been very little permanent weekly worshipping community in the harbour to meet the spiritual needs of these people, either through teaching of God’s love for this vibrant and developing community or pastoring of their daily needs. The Bishop of Dover in Canterbury has graciously issued a Bishop’s Mission Order, the first in the Diocese for 21 years, to correct this situation.
As a new Christian mission community, we intend to meet, greet, befriend and help to address those spiritual needs by revealing that Almighty God cares passionately for every soul in and around the Royal Harbour.
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WHO ARE WE?
We are a group of people, supported by the Church of England, and led by an experienced ordained minister, who gather together week by week to grow and develop as Christian learners.
We are committed to the truths of historic, biblical Christianity. We welcome people from any background and would love you to join us whether you are living in, working in or just visiting Ramsgate. We particularly welcome newcomers, whether you are seeking to know more about Jesus, make enquiries or continue to develop as a Christian.
THE TEAM
The Reverend Gordon Warren
Late Minister
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Gordon was an ordained priest in the Church of England for 27 years after earlier careers in the Royal Navy and the aviation industry.
Formerly Rector of St Anne’s Church Limehouse, his team developed St. Peter’s Church Canary Wharf, a 500 ton Dutch trading barge, which today has three services on a Sunday and two midweek.
As a former Royal Naval Reserve Chaplain, Gordon fulfilled a number of honorary chaplaincies: Ramsgate Sea Cadets, the Association of Dunkirk Little Ships, the Coastal Forces Association and Saga Cruise lines and was attached to St Luke’s Church, Ramsgate.
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Programme of short talks
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Why should we pray? Ephesians 6:18 - 20
How do we pray? Matthew 6:5 - 17
Why does God allow suffering? Romans 8:18 - 25
There is always opportunity to ask questions after each talk.
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CONTACT
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FIND
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Venue:
The Greek Arch Restaurant,
15 Military Road,
Ramsgate Royal Harbour
CT11 9LG
VISIT
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Sundays 4:00 - 5:00pm
If you would like to help us reach those in the Royal Harbour with the love of Christ, please give.
Currently we face set-up and publicity costs but regular giving will mean that we can achieve God's vision for Ramsgate Harbour.
Every gift makes a huge difference and we thank you in advance for your support and generosity.
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All donations should be referenced 'Royal Harbour Church'
CAF Bank Ltd
Sort Code: 40-52-40
Account Name: PCC of St Luke's Parish, Ramsgate
Account Number: 00015701