The Wight Church Network is an informal group of Christians that work together on the Isle of Wight to help build up the church and advance the Kingdom of God, uniting believers from many congregations in prayer, worship, growing in discipleship and in active service and mission.
We share the Statement of Belief of Churches Together in England, and our faith is rooted in the historic creeds of the church such as the Apostles Creed and the Nicene Creed
Churches Together in England unites in pilgrimage those Churches in England which, acknowledging God’s revelation in Christ, confess the Lord Jesus Christ as God and Saviour according to the Scriptures, and, in obedience to God’s will and in the power of the Holy Spirit commit themselves:
to seek a deepening of their communion with Christ and with one another in the Church, which is his body; and
to fulfil their mission to proclaim the Gospel by common witness and service in the world
to the glory of the one God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
St Peters Seaview
Islandwide Church Noticeboard
No 717 Circulation: 602 27th November 2025
Next Issue 11th December 2025 - Last before Christmas
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A Romanian by birth, and now living in Ryde IOW, I have studied icons for most of my life and have been painting some of the most beautiful icons inspired by the Byzantine, Greek , Russian , Eastern Europe and Romanian old school of iconography, more then 40 years.
A collection of 27 of these icons is currently on display and for sale at The Art of Wonder, a new gallery at 147 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2RE, until 15 December, with an accompanying online exhibition.
I have printed my flyers including the QR code to be scanned to view the Virtual Galley anytime, anywhere, and if you wish, you can click on the image to download a PDF flyer to be displayed on a Church Notice Board.
Alternatively, Click on this Link to go to the Exhibition Website
I know from my past experience that people sometimes love to have a special subject , favourite subject , on their icon and I will be more than happy to commission such a work .
FGB DINNER: NEW HOLMWOOD HOTEL65, Queen’s Road, Cowes, PO31 8BW
MONDAY 01 DECEMBER 2025
18:30 for 19:00
Speaker: CHRISTOPHER WICKLAND
will be sharing his testimony.
Chris is the Senior Pastor at Living Word Church Network. He has a dynamic preaching and teaching ministry and deals with various subjects including faith, healing, Israel, end times, the prophetic and evangelism.
His vision is to see Christians get a heart for Jesus, prayer, the Bible, the church and Israel. He is passionate to see new ministries being born out of the local church and to help the local community in various ways. Chris is a church leader, speaker, pod-caster and author of several books.
Further details:
David Reading: davidreading@hotmail.com07938762232
Steve Gravett: stevegravett2@gmail.com07717436075
Young adults will qualify for a special discounted rate for this excellent three course Christmas Dinner.
Abbey Brass present Christmas concerts on Sunday 7 December at Quarr Abbey at 3pm and on Wednesday 17 December at Binstead Methodist Church at 7.30pm.
Admission for both concerts is free, with a retiring collection.
Many thanks
Simon Smith
Abbey Brass simonsmith1968@yahoo.co.uk
The Tritone Singers' Christmas Concert at 7pm on Saturday 13th December 2025 is directed by Richard Wilkins and returning to the popular and welcoming venue of Garfield Road Methodist Church, Ryde.
We will be singing some well-known and many lesser-known carols, some accompanied on keyboard by Michele Brock and some a cappella. Theresa Ellis (harp) will be accompanying As Dew in Aprille from “A Ceremony of Carols” by Benjamin Britten and also a beautiful setting of “That Night in Bethlehem”, sung in Gaelic by the ladies.
There will be carols for the audience and maybe a singing game as well! So come along and help raise the roof! We look forward to welcoming many of you.
Tickets are £10 (children free) available online at our Web Site or on the door.
There will be refreshments available during the interval.
Please note this concert starts at 7pm. Source: judy.valvona@hotmail.co.uk
True Vine Church is delighted to welcome Rachel & Gordon Hickson to the Island this January. Rachel is recognised as a prophet by many church networks and denominations. She serves several national church leadership networks where she is asked for her prophetic wisdom, insight and leadership strategy.
We would like to invite any Island church or ministry leaders to a morning gathering on Saturday 24th January at 10am at True Vine Church.
An evening meeting open to all will take place at 7pm on Saturday 24th January at True Vine Church.
More details are to follow in the new year. For more information about Rachel and Gordon, visit
this Website
Make 2026 the Year You Welcome a Child into Your Life
Across Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton, children are waiting for loving homes where they can grow, thrive and belong. At Adopt South, we are here to help you explore how you could be that family.
We are proud to be one of the fastest and most forward-thinking adoption agencies in England and Wales, with a compassionate, modern approach built around the needs of children and families.
Here’s how you could make a difference:
Children in our region need families who can offer love, patience and a sense of belonging
You don’t need a perfect life, just ready to be there for a child who needs you
Our families come from all walks of life: single people, couples, LGBTQ+ families, renters and homeowners.
We prioritise placing children with our own adopters, so children feel connected to their identity.
Our support doesn’t stop when your child comes home to live with you. We offer ongoing support, therapeutic services, as well as community connections and friendship.
Join one of our online Adoption Information Events to learn more, ask questions, and explore how you could become a family in 2026.
👉 Visit our Website to book your place.
Download more information
As the CMA Vectis Branch Chairman, I was really pleased to have delivered this Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA) presentation yesterday, to both services at my home Church - Colwell Baptist Church. 2025 is the 50th Anniversary of the CMA, starting in the USA, onto the UK in 1982 and the Isle of Wight in 2024.
As my good friend and Branch Secretary, Alex Byerley said on our group pages:
"Ross (CMA Vectis branch chairman) delivered his CMA presentation today and absolutely smashed it! I was invited (as branch Secretary) along to represent CMA with him and joined him at his home Church - Colwell Baptist Church. He covered what CMA is, what it stands for, the meaning of the patch, local events, national events and the CMA heritage. A really great delivery and lots of material taken such as the Biker Bibles and Chainlink magazines. Well done mate, a great effort! Hoping for lots more opportunities now that the stabilisers have been taken off! God Bless you all, Alex ‘Saint Bev’ "
As CMA Vectis is a recent and growing addition to the IoW Christian & Motorcycle world, it was a great opportunity to present, update and explain about this Ministry to the Motorcycle world, 'One Heart at a Time'. I covered how people & Churches can join us as Supporters and later Members to help us in our mission. Also good to chat to people afterwards and answer questions.
If you would like us to visit your Church, Motorcycle, Christian or interested Group, please contact me or Alex through this Web Site
Ross Andrew
Chairman
CMA Vectis - Isle of Wight Christian Bikers
Over 60’s accommodation available – Ryde, Isle of Wight
For a Christian Woman Aged 60+ Offered by the Augusta Wilder Almshouse Charity
A well-presented unfurnished studio flat is now available through the Augusta Wilder Almshouse Charity in Ryde, Isle of Wight. This secure and affordable accommodation is offered to a Christian woman aged 60 or over, of limited financial means, who is able to live independently.
Set within a quiet and supportive community, the flat is conveniently and centrally located within walking distance of shops, churches, bus routes. Property Features:
Private, unfurnished studio flat
Access to attractive shared gardens
Peaceful, respectful environment
Central Ryde location
Eligibility Criteria:
Christian woman, aged 60 or over
Limited financial means
Able to live independently
Preferably with a local connection to Ryde or the Isle of Wight
Your financial Contribution will be:£350.00 per month (may be covered by Housing Benefit)
🔹 Please note:The flat is unfurnished.
🔹 Utility bills and council tax are not included. 📞 Enquiries & Application Form: Download Form
Please contact:
📧 Liz@ryde.church
📞 01983 472535
📬 Admin Address: 22 George Street, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2EW
Furnished room to let to a female in a comfortable house in Ryde. King size bed, wardrobe etc.
£430pm to include all bills. Food not provided but use of kitchen and space in freezer/fridge etc.
There’s a lounge and dining room and a lovely garden for sunny days!
I have a small, friendly cat and part of the rental agreement would be to feed my cat if I’m away.
In the first instance, please email me: morelljune@gmail.com
Please do ask any questions and I will be happy to respond. Of course, viewing will be available.
References required please.
Kind wishes
June Morell
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Little Eden Treasures Pre-school - IOW
🍁 NEW CHRISTIAN DAYCARE 🍁 If you’re a local parent or carer looking for a wholesome, Christ-centred daycare experience for your little treasure, we’d love to welcome you to something we’ve just launched:
🌿 Little Eden Treasures – a nurturing Christian day-care for 2–4 year olds, based on the beautiful Isle of Wight! 🌿
These playful and peaceful sessions will give you a feel for our rhythm at Little Eden Treasures. Here we aim to create a safe and enriching space for little ones with praise songs, fun activities and scripture.
Please register your interest here and we look forward to meeting you;
More details to follow very soon.
Please feel free to message us or pop us an email if you have any questions at: Littleedentreasures@outlook.com
Much love,
Henrietta & Bonnie Founders of Little Eden Treasures Daycare
#LittleEdenTreasures #IslandMamas #FaithFilledPlay #AutumnTasters #NewBeginnings #PreschoolWithPurpose
"Revive Newport is nearly 20 years old and is now a Christian charity that represents the Church in Newport to the young people of the town, who have nowhere else to go. We are committed to helping young people living in Newport through life's challenges. We see each person as created by God with unique worth and loved by Him. We want to help enable them to become the best that they can be.
This is done through our twice weekly youth club - Newport Youth Café (NYC), which is attended annually by more than 200 different young people. Our aim is that NYC is a place that they can come to and just be themselves, play pool, do creative activities, and play video games and other activities, but can also do homework and chat about the problems they may be facing. The café supports young people through their time at Secondary School from ages 13 - 17. Our goals are to reduce Anti-social behaviour, tackle loneliness and isolation, improve mental health and improve education standards.
Our youth work team also go out and around Newport Town Centre, 2 - 3 times a week and engage with the young people we meet. We are annually talking to over 1000 young people, checking they are ok, offering support and sometimes defusing situations if things are getting out of hand.
We are currently looking to increase our Volunteer staff, which would enable more engagement with the young people. There are different ways in which you can volunteer. It could be by helping with the tuck shop, manning the door, playing pool or a board game, or by sitting and doing some arts and crafts. If you feel this could be you, then please do get in touch by emailingadmin@revivenewport.org.
If volunteering isn’t for you we would also really value your support by praying for our work and also helping financially which you can do by visiting our websiteat and click on donate. We look forward to hearing from you!"
In the grounds of La Charpenterie, parts of which date back to the 15th Century. Great for all year round breaks; each with Wood Burning Stoves. Pet friendly
Nail cutting, removal of hard skin/corns, Diabetic care, cracked heels, general foot care advice.
Home appointments £32
PLEASE CALL LEANNE - 07552628465
110124
Accredited Counselling Training
on the Isle of Wight
Known as WCTI ( Wight Counselling Training Institute) We are an established counselling training provider in Shalfleet, Near Newport that provides 3 accredited Counselling Qualifications:
An introduction to counselling over 10 weeks
A professional certificate in Counselling over 12 months
A professional diploma in Counselling leading to registration as a counsellor ( 2 years)
We also provide organisations on the island with funded counselling support.
If you would like more information or wish to apply, please do get in touch
Charlotte Collins Co-director Wight Counselling Training Institute Web Site01983 722625
010124
The Greenhouse is a Place of Prayer and Worship. A place of Enounter with God. A Place Where You Can Grow
The Greenhouse Christian Centre is situated between Poole and Bournemouth and just a 20 minute walk to the beach. The Centre holds Led and Silent Retreats, Quiet Days, Healing Services, Art Weeks, Discipleship Training Days and so much more.
Are you lonely and not particularly enjoying facing life on your own? Do you wish God would answer your prayers for a soul mate? Then you should contact Friends1st the off-line Christian friendship and introductory agency who've been introducing Christians to each other since 1999. Click here to find out more.
18:30 for 19:00
Speaker: CHRISTOPHER WICKLAND
will be sharing his testimony.
Chris is the Senior Pastor at Living Word Church Network. He has a dynamic preaching and teaching ministry and deals with various subjects including faith, healing, Israel, end times, the prophetic and evangelism.
His vision is to see Christians get a heart for Jesus, prayer, the Bible, the church and Israel. He is passionate to see new ministries being born out of the local church and to help the local community in various ways. Chris is a church leader, speaker, pod-caster and author of several books.
Further details:
David Reading: 
Source: Mark Evans 
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Little Eden Treasures Pre-school - IOW
