Pastors' blog

Welcome to Pastors’ blog, where from time to time one of our pastors will write about things that are happening both at MOBC and in the wider world. Feel free to join the discussion by posting your own comments below.

Here’s a starter for ten:

If God has a heart for people in need then what are God’s people to do?

The Bible makes clear that God has a heart for people and that those of us who would imitate him must share this concern. Indeed a passion for social justice and a commitment to social action are integral to the discipleship process.

So how are you responding?

MOBC has a long history of community involvement. In the not so distant past it ran the ‘JAM Centre’, where locals could drop in for coffee, a chat, some support and practical advice. Today it operates a not-for-profit community pre-school, a craft group, a Friendship group, an English for Living program, midweek clubs for children, a youth group, and is often found donating to community needs.

Most recently MOBC has developed new initiatives including a support group for parents of children with additional needs. Also we have agreed to fund an additional needs teacher, working one day per week in a local primary school.