Ste Nathalène

Blessed to gather for Easter worship back in the church after winter

Our first meeting back in church was on the 3rd April 2022, and despite the cold weather, within the building we shared a welcome and warmth (our electric heaters helped), and a blessed time together. The Revd Tony Lomas led us in a service of Praise and worship, concluding with communion together. Coffee and cookies were a welcome treat, followed by a superb shared lunch; God is so plentiful in his provision to us all.

With many visitors here for a short break, it was a blessing to welcome friends to a glorious Easter service of Praise and worship, led by Alexandra Billing. Afterwards, several of us shared a bountiful lunch together on the green, in the sunshine.

As a church family, spread far and wide, it is always a blessing to be able to come together for those few hours, in Gods presence. No pressures, just leaving the ways of the world outside the doors as we relax and absorb the Lord’s love for us, it is so very special.

Forthcoming Services at Ste Nathalène - all are welcome!

Sunday 1st May, 11:00 Prayer & Praise, Dave Wilton

Sunday 15th May, 11:00 Praise with Communion, Rev'd Paul Willis

Sunday 5th June, 11:00 Pentecost Prayer & Praise, Sheila Campbell

Sunday 19th June, 11:00 Praise with Communion, Rev'd Charlotte Sullivan

Chap- Aid update: Our charitable giving in 2021 was 1400€. Thank you all for your generosity to the needs of others.

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Video of our church

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The Church of Sainte Nathalène (near Sarlat) is located in the village of Ste Nathalène some 8 kms east of Sarlat-la-Canéda. Please see the map for directions. The congregation at Ste Nathalène started after a bi-lingual Carol Service in 2004. Monthly services began in January 2005, with weekly services during July and August in conjunction with ICS. As our Church grew, building on the success of the ICS programme, we were able to independently manage the weekly summer services. We now hold services on the first and third Sundays from September to mid-July and weekly services from mid-July to late August. We have a regular core congregation of 14 who all play their part in the life of this family of God. We are joined by several others who come when they can, plus second home owners and tourists. We seek to shine the light of Christ for all to see. The summer services have a lively family feel but still revere our Lord God Almighty. They are greatly enhanced by the work done with the children. Activities are available for the younger members of our congregation and they are encouraged to take an active part in our worship.

Our congregation comes from a wide area of the Dordogne, Corrèze, and the Lot. All newcomers will receive a very warm welcome from your brothers and sisters in Christ.

Those of all Christian denominations are welcome to attend our services. We have a modern style of worship, encouraged by our musicians. We are a lively congregation with a love for offering worship in Spirit and truth to our Father. Church of England forms of worship are used for all services; open prayers of thanksgiving and the sharing of testimonies are encouraged. Prayer ministry is available after the service.

Music Group

Worship time with the Father is so important for re-focusing, refreshing and reminding us of all God wants for us and His world. We are blessed with a talented group of musicians. We regularly have a keyboard and two guitarists to lead our singing which is greatly appreciated. We have a modern repertoire as well as including some traditional hymns. The group are also able to include songs in French when we have bilingual services.

Bring and share lunches: After each service the family of Ste Nathalène continue fellowship over a picnic lunch. This is outside the church, when weather permits. You are welcome to join us, even if you have not brought a contribution. Fear not! Our God is a God of abundant provision so there is plenty to go around. John 6:12 When they had all had enough to eat, he said to his disciples, “Gather the pieces that are left over.”

Worship on Wednesdays

All are welcome to join us on Wed 20th November, at the home of Dave and Jan Wilton, near Carlux. For more information, please contact Dave: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - 05 53 30 45 59.

Psalm 98: 1 & 4 Sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvellous things; ... Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music;

We offer our songs of thanks and praise to God, led by Dave on guitar. We pray as we feel led between the songs. There is an opportunity to share any prophetic words or pictures we have received and to minister to each other with prayer.

We meet at 14.30 at various dates, often at the home of Dave and Jan Wilton. They live near Carlux, a few kilometres from Ste Nathalène. We are grateful to them for opening up their home and leading us in worship. If you would like to join us for this uplifting time of worship, please one of the Local Wardens for dates and directions.

Communications

Alexandra Billing is responsible to the committee for all communications and web entries for the congregation of Ste. Nathalène.  Please submit all material and updates for this page to her via e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

If you would like to receive our fortnightly newsletter "Ste Natters Matters", please contact Alexandra and she will add you to the circulation list.

Contact Information

Alexandra Billing on: 05 53 62 86 11 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Rebecca Easdale on: 05 53 31 13 32 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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