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Bratton Baptist Church
LATEST SERVICE RECORDING
4th May 2025 | Luke 15: 11-32 “Our Father” | Rev. Esther McManus
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This ties in so well with our discussion last night at our church meeting regarding the Quiet Revival report from the Bible Society. Jesus transforms lives, that’s what he does. We’ll be thinking on that theme this Sunday morning as we look at the story of Jesus transforming Zaccheus’ life 😀The 19-year-old daughter of Hollywood actors Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards has been baptised as a declaration of her Christian faith, revealing that Jesus saved her from depression.![]()
Lola Sheen is the youngest daughter of the star couple, who have had turbulent lifestyles that must have impacted on their daughter. They divorced in 2006.![]()
Lola, who has appeared on reality TV shows, posted the baptismal service on Instagram in January. In a follow-up post, she explained why she is following Jesus: “When I was in my deepest depression, there was a moment where I realised I hit rock bottom. I felt so lost and hopeless... I just accepted my life was going to be like that forever, and thought I would never genuinely laugh again until, I met not only my Saviour but my best friend, Jesus. ![]()
“I can’t really explain it other than it was supernatural, but Jesus met me exactly where I was, and he forever became my sun. I began to trust Jesus with my life... he chose me when no one else did and loved me when I didn’t feel worthy of love. He gave me a light, when I couldn’t find my own, and rescued me from the darkness... ![]()
“I now find myself laughing again... Jesus fulfilled his promise of making me new and completely renewed my mind. Jesus is the only reason why I’m here today and made my life worth living. I chose to get baptised at the beginning of this year, because I made it through this year only by the strength of Jesus... I am forever saved by his grace, through faith.![]()
“I thank you Jesus for everything, I love you, and I hope you are proud of me.”![]()
You can find this story in May's Good News newspaper.
Church activities
Service times
Sunday am services
11:00am every Sunday except Remembrance Day and Christmas Day (10:00am)
Communion is normally the 3rd Sunday of each month
Sunday pm services (each month)
1st Sunday
No service
2nd Sunday
We join with St James for their Sing Praise service (normally at the Church Institute, Bratton)
3rd Sunday
Messy Church at 4:00pm – Crafts, story, songs and prayer for families
4th Sunday
Tea Time Service at 4:00pm – A more traditional service with hymns, prayers and reflection followed by tea
5th Sunday
No service
All of August
No services
Community activities
Messy Church is part of The Bible Reading Fellowship (BRF), a Registered Charity. www.brf.org.uk
Church groups
Home study groups
There are various groups which meet on different days and times. Please contact us for further information.
Early bird prayer
Wednesdays at 7:00am at the Church
Pickleberry Ladies
Thursdays at 11am – Pickleberry Coffee Shop, Bratton
Connect Bible Study
Every other Thursday at 2pm at the Chapel
Get in touch
If you've got a question about any of our Church activities, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Esther McManus
Minister-in-Training
Normal working days:
Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays
Tel: 01380 830746 (Church Office)
Email: esther@brattonbaptistchurch.org.uk
Allison Smith
Children and Families Worker
Normal working days:
Mondays and Fridays
Tel: 01380 830746 (Church Office)
Email: allison@brattonbaptistchurch.org.uk
You might be surprised to hear it’s not the building in the picture (that’s just where we meet) but a group of people of all ages living in Bratton and the surrounding area who have faith that what Jesus Christ taught is true, and if followed will transform everyone’s lives for the better.
How to find us
Address
Bratton Baptist Church
Carpenters Lane
Bratton
Wiltshire
BA13 4RA
Directions by car
Travelling from Westbury
Take the B3098 towards Bratton, Edington and Devizes. Leaving the town you will pass the White Horse on your right. Bratton is approximately 3 miles from Westbury. Upon entering the village take the 3rd left into Carpenters Lane. The Church is at the bottom of Carpenters Lane and there is parking in front of the building.
Travelling from West Lavington
Take the B3098 towards Westbury. You will pass through the villages of Erlestoke and Edington. Upon entering the village take the 2nd right into Carpenters Lane. The Church is at the bottom of Carpenters Lane and there is parking in front of the building.
