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Have you thought about a Carbon Fast for Lent? Eco Tip for February As we continue to explore Emmanuel being an Eco Church, here is a green  action suggestion for February. This Lent, take part in Climate Steward’s Carbon Fast. Lent is a time when Christians traditionally fast and focus on God. The Carbon Fast will help you consider ways to live more simply, give you new ideas to cut your carbon footprint and invite you to focus on God and consider the whole of his creation. Beginning on 18th Feb, you’ll receive a weekly email containing key facts, suggestions for how you could reduce your carbon footprint and a prayer to lead you through this Lenten season. Each week features a different theme designed to help us take climate action in manageable ways that bear witness to a God who has promised to restore all of his creation. Find out more and sign up at climatestewards.org/resources/carbon-fast-for- lent/ For more eco-tips, sign up to A Rocha UK’s Wild Christian email:  arocha.org.uk/wild-christian

It was so good to see so many of you on Sunday. As we look at the big shifts ahead for Emmanuel, I am increasingly convinced that we cannot rely on strategic planning alone. We need a spiritual breakthrough. As I mentioned in the service, there are some challenges—spiritual and operational—that are only "broken" by prayer and fasting. Jesus himself pointed to this after his disciples struggled with a particularly difficult situation, reminding them that certain breakthroughs require this deeper level of sacrifice. Drawing on some wonderful wisdom from the team at 24-7 Prayer , I wanted to share why we are inviting you into this practice. Why Fast? Fasting is not about "earning" something from God or trying to twist His arm. It is about feasting on Him . By voluntarily letting go of something we usually rely on (like food), we create a physical space that reminds us of our total dependence on the Lord. It intensifies our focus:  Every time we feel a hunger pang, it serves as a "prayer prompt" to turn our hearts back to the needs of our church and our city. It humbles our souls:  Fasting is a "divine corrective" to human pride. It helps us admit that we don't have all the answers and that we need the Holy Spirit to move. It clears the way for breakthrough:  Throughout the Bible, we see God’s people fast when they face a crossroad or a "stuck" situation. It often helps bring the clarity and intervention that normal prayer hasn't yet reached. What could you fast from?  While fasting traditionally involves food, it doesn't have to. You might choose to skip one meal a day, or fast from sunrise to sunset. If health reasons make a food fast unwise, you might consider a "digital fast" from social media or television, using that reclaimed time to sit with the Lord. What are we praying for? For the Lord to provide the right person for our Youth Leader role. For wisdom as we seek to build a safe and professional operational foundation. For our whole church to be "Hungry, Humble, Holy and Hopeful" as we discern our future giving and leadership. A quick note on health:  Please do be wise. If you have any underlying medical conditions, are pregnant, or have a history of disordered eating, please do not undertake a food fast. The Lord looks at the heart, and a fast from media or even an extra hour of dedicated prayer is just as precious to Him. As Andrew Murray once said, "Prayer is reaching out after the unseen; fasting is letting go of all that is seen."   Let’s let go of the seen together this week, and reach out for the breakthrough God has for Emmanuel.

Emmanuel Church, Plymouth. A light for the city. Join us for worship and community. 👋 HELLO new here? Services What's on A light for the City We are committed to being a visible and transformative presence in Plymouth, shining the hope of Christ into our community. Through worship, transformed lives, and compassionate outreach, we share His love and bring renewal to our city. vision from the well to the waters the god who sees Each week explores how God’s story unfolds from creation to covenant, revealing His desire to dwell with His people and preparing our hearts to see His promises fulfilled in Christ. sermon series alpha Join us as we unpack the Christian faith together — asking the big questions about life, meaning, and God in a relaxed, welcoming space. Alpha is all about honest conversation, good food, and real community, whether you’re curious, sceptical, or just exploring. Come for the food, stay for the conversation. more info Ash Wednesday Day of Prayer Bishop of Plymouth 1 day ago 0 min read Climate Steward’s Carbon Fast Have you thought about a Carbon Fast for Lent? Eco Tip for February As we continue to explore Emmanuel being an Eco Church, here is a green action suggestion for February. This Lent, take part in Climate Steward’s Carbon Fast. Lent is a time when Christians traditionally fast and focus on God. The Carbon Fast will help you consider ways to live more simply, give you new ideas to cut your carbon footprint and invite you to focus on God and consider the whole of his creation. Sarah Prance 1 day ago 1 min read What about fasting? What is it? It was so good to see so many of you on Sunday. As we look at the big shifts ahead for Emmanuel, I am increasingly convinced that we cannot rely on strategic planning alone. We need a spiritual breakthrough. As I mentioned in the service, there are some challenges—spiritual and operational—that are only "broken" by prayer and fasting. Jesus himself pointed to this after his disciples struggled with a particularly difficult situation, reminding them that certain breakthroughs Peter Shaw 7 days ago 2 min read more posts SIGN UP Scan to download our Church Centre App to get the most out of Emmanuel

Considered a model for prayer, covering worship, dependence on God, repentance and moral guidance in just a few sentences. the well PRAYER ROOM Monday 17th November - Friday 21st November what is the well? The Well is a dedicated prayer space open throughout the week, created for personal encounter with Jesus and transformation by the Holy Spirit. Inspired by the story in John 4, where the Samaritan woman meets Jesus at the well, it’s a place to come, be refreshed, and draw closer to Him. Book a one-hour slot to spend time alone with God, guided by a creative and interactive prayer journey based on John 4:1–40. You can also join us daily between 11am and 1pm, when The Well is open to the wider community without booking. When is the well? Book below Clicking Below will take you to the 24/7 Prayer Website where you can a 1 hour time slot Book Now

A sermon series exploring the God who sees us, meets us where we are, and invites us into deeper faith, healing, and transformed lives through Scripture. The cut flower rooting a fading west Sermon series March 1st - 14th April 2026 Through our new sermon series, "The Cut Flower," we will explore the ancient spiritual disciplines that originally nourished the soul of the West. To help us see these practices with fresh eyes, we are leaning on the wisdom of our global family. We will be joined by the perspectives of our brothers and sisters in Thika, Kenya, hearing how they live out these disciplines with a vibrancy and depth that can show us the way back to spiritual vitality. Fasting and Praying Sunday 1st March [INSERT DESCRIPTION] Service Sunday 15th March [INSERT DESCRIPTION] Simplicity Living with Less - Giving More Sunday 29th March [INSERT DESCRIPTION] Hospitality - God Makes room for Us Sunday 12th April [INSERT DESCRIPTION] Social Sin - Slavery - Confession Sunday 8th March [INSERT DESCRIPTION] Encouragement - Living in Joy Sunday 22nd March [INSERT DESCRIPTION] Easter Sunday - TBC Sunday 5th April [INSERT DESCRIPTION] Somewhere, Nowhere, Anywhere - Pilgrimage Sunday 19th April [INSERT DESCRIPTION]