Dear Lark in the Park Community,
For 29 years, we have had the amazing privilege of being a part of something truly miraculous. Through the many incredible years of Lark in the Park, we have seen generations grow, friendships forged, the love of God put into tangible action, and lives completely changed through encountering Jesus.
This year would have been our 30th anniversary. While landmarks are beautiful, we have felt a clear, collective prompting that it is time to conclude this specific chapter of our story. Stopping a project that is so deeply loved is a courageous decision, but it is one made with our eyes firmly on the future.
“The Seed That Falls to the Ground”
“Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” — John 12:24 (NIV)
We look back on these 29 years with immense gratitude to God, but we also recognise that the needs of our community are shifting, and where God is taking us next will look different.
We have already seen incredible things born out of Lark;
Hope Community School grew from the seed of a ‘God-idea’ into a reality, propelled by the momentum and reputation of Lark in the Park.
Today, our Blackfen Community Library vision is a living, breathing, year-round expression of Lark—happening five days a week and reaching thousands of people.
What Comes Next?
We are standing in a space of holy anticipation. The unity we built across our town through Churches Together is still fully alive.
In the coming months, we aren’t just going to rest—we are going to pray, listen, and seek God’s heart. We invite you to join us in this. We believe God is preparing to birth fresh, innovative initiatives through us that will meet our community exactly where it is today.
Thank you to everyone who attended, every community member, volunteer, leader and prayer warrior who gave their heart to Lark in the Park over the last three decades. Your impact is eternal. We are expectant for new community adventures ahead.
From the Lark in the Park Core Team