Read the Latest COHL Newsletter

The latest COHL Newsletter is now live! The February edition is full of encouragement, updates, and opportunities to grow together this Lent.

In this edition, Ruth Hassall invites us to step into a slower, more honest rhythm as we journey “Into the Desert,” drawing on the wisdom of the Desert Mothers and Fathers. You’ll also find news about the developing Youth & Children’s Hub, details for our upcoming Annual Meetings, and information about our next Supper & Speaker gathering.

It’s a great way to stay connected with what’s happening across Christ Our Hope Liverpool.

Join Us for Our Lent Course

This Lent we invite you to join us for a five week journey shaped by the wisdom of the Desert Mothers and Fathers. Our course begins on Wednesday 25 February at 7pm and is open to anyone who would like to explore prayer, and spiritual renewal in a deeper way.

We will be using material from Lectio 365 and 24 7 Prayer, drawing on the lives of early Christian men and women who sought God in the quiet of the wilderness. Their stories and practices continue to offer gentle guidance for following Jesus with honesty and courage in the midst of everyday life.

Each session will include space for reflection, conversation and prayer. Whether you are familiar with Lent or exploring it for the first time, you are welcome to come and learn with us.

We would love you to join us as we step into this season together.

Join Us for Ash Wednesday at The Good Shepherd

As we begin the journey toward Easter, we invite you to join us for our Ash Wednesday service on Tuesday 18 February at 7pm. This quiet and reflective service marks the start of Lent, a season of prayer, hope and renewal.

During the service there will be an opportunity to receive ashes, a simple and meaningful reminder of God’s grace at work in our lives. Whether you come every week or have not been for a while, you are welcome to share this moment with us.

We would love to see you there as we step into Lent together.

Free GCSE Maths Revision Sessions

Exams can feel overwhelming, but no young person needs to face them alone. This spring, The Good Shepherd is offering a series of free GCSE Maths Revision Sessions designed to build confidence, strengthen understanding, and create a calm space to learn alongside others.

These weekly sessions run on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7pm in the base, with access via the rear door off Good Shepherd Close. Each week focuses on a key topic that regularly appears in GCSE exams, giving students the chance to revisit tricky areas, ask questions, and practise with support.

All worksheets and pens are provided. Students should bring their own scientific calculator.

Session Plan

  • 2 February
    Proofs. Algebraic and geometric proofs, including equivalence and tangents to circles.
  • 9 February
    Histograms. Frequency density, unequal class widths, and estimating median, mean, and interquartile range.
  • 16 February
    Half term break.
  • 23 February
    Vectors. Position vectors, describing routes, vector proofs, and collinearity.
  • 2 March
    3D Trigonometry and Sine and Cosine Rule. Multi step problems, bearings, and exact values.
  • 9 March
    Quadratic Equations and Inequalities. Forming equations from context, algebraic fractions leading to quadratics, completing the square, and graphing inequalities.
  • 16 March
    Algebraic Fractions. Simplifying, solving equations with fractions, and more complex manipulation.
  • 23 March
    Conditional Probability. Tree diagrams, Venn diagrams, and multi stage events involving given that statements.
  • 30 March
    Ratio and Proportion Problem Solving. Three part ratios, linking ratios, repeated percentage changes, and multi step sharing.
  • 6 April
    Easter Monday break.
  • 13 April
    Functions. Composite and inverse functions, domains and ranges, and applying functions in context and graphs.
  • 20 April
    Circle Theorems with Algebra. Angles, tangents, equations of circles, and solving related problems.
  • 27 April
    Surds. Simplifying, rationalising, solving equations with surds, and working in exact form.
  • 4 May
    May Day Bank Holiday.
  • 11 May
    Iterative Methods, Bounds and Error Intervals. Trial and improvement, iteration, and calculating upper and lower bounds.

Who Can Come

These sessions are open to any young person preparing for their GCSE Maths exams this summer. Whether someone is aiming for a top grade or simply wants to feel more secure with the basics, they will find a supportive environment and practical help.

Why We Are Doing This

At The Good Shepherd, we care deeply about the wellbeing and future of our young people. Offering these sessions is one way we can stand alongside them, encourage them, and help them approach their exams with confidence and peace of mind.

If you know a student who would benefit, please pass the details on. Everyone is welcome.

321 Course

321 is a course that invites you to see life the way Jesus does. Inspired by Jesus’ vision of reality, 321 is designed to help you think about God, the world and yourself through immersive videos and thoughtful illustration.

If you have questions about the Christian faith, join us every Wednesday in January at 7pm. We’ll be meeting in The Base so please use the entrance at the rear of The Good Shepherd (off Good Shepherd Close).

Christmas Tree Decorating

On Sunday, 14th December, stay after the service for a light lunch together and some Christmas tree decorating fun. It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas!