Candle Lighting We light this candle as a people of faith, remembering that we find belonging in family and in community. May the burning flame remind us that, in this (virtual) space, as we join together for conversation and connection in the awareness of God's presence... All are welcome; All are bearers of God’s light;… Continue reading Conversations about mental health and wellness
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the journey, the companions and the conversation
Joining me on the journey and reflections for the road Image by Andre_Grunden from Pixabay You can find the lectionary readings for this week here. The gospel story is one that offers us plenty to reflect on, and to help you listen to it afresh I have two extra resources for you. Firstly, you can… Continue reading the journey, the companions and the conversation
Doubting with thomas – touching trust
Candle lighting We light this candle now, remembering how fragile life is - easily snuffed out like a candle in the wind - fleeting, its end unknowable. Help us to value our lives and use our time wisely - and to your glory. Opening prayer Lord, touch our lives with your glory that we may… Continue reading Doubting with thomas – touching trust
reflections on the way
A daily journey of faith Each week on Monday I read the lectionary texts for the coming Sunday, and then when Sunday arrives, we gather and I share with you my reflections from the text. All week I journey with these rich, multi-layered and intertwining writings. I spend time each morning reading the same texts,… Continue reading reflections on the way
Easter sunday – be a withness
Photo by Tim Marshall on Unsplash Opening sentences Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Lighting the Christ Candle On Good Friday we extinguished this flame remembering with grief and sadness the crucifixion and death of Jesus the Christ, our Lord. This morning we light the flame with joy, with laughter and delight for Love is stronger… Continue reading Easter sunday – be a withness
Good friday
You'll need about an hour to engage with this service, as it invites you to listen and reflect on the story that shapes the heart of Christian faith and offers us a model for our own transformative path in life. I've tried to make sure all the links to Taize chants on youtube below are… Continue reading Good friday
Eastering resources
Here are just a few ways for you to engage with the Easter journey in your bubble...here is an opportunity to be intentional about attending to your inner life since the outer life is so limited and restricted right now. Here is an opportunity to have conversations and to reflect together on the questions and… Continue reading Eastering resources
palm sunday – The triumph of love
The reading You can find the reading for this Sunday here, or you can listen to the audio clip below. Matthew 21: 1-11 NRSVA The Reflection... if you want to listen the triumph of Love ...and the text if you want to read The reading for today is Matthew’s version of the story of Jesus’… Continue reading palm sunday – The triumph of love
Palm Sunday
Candle Lighting Today we light the Christ Candle in honour of the One who brings light to the world. Lord, bring light to all who are in places of darkness. Today we light the Christ Candle in honour of the One who gives abundant life. Lord, restore all who live in fear and in need.… Continue reading Palm Sunday
Cafe Church
Sunday 29th March 9:30am Candle Lighting As a symbol of hope in dark places We light the flame. As a sign of trust in things unseen We light the flame. The light shines in the darkness And the darkness cannot overcome it. Call to worship Come along with me as a traveller of faith. Bring… Continue reading Cafe Church
