Dear Friends, As I write this, the cold grip of winter seems to be firmly holding us! But a walk onto the bank of the stream at the bottom of the Rectory garden yesterday reminded me that the grip slowly loosens and the first signs of spring are beginning to appear. Snowdrops and tender petalled … [Read more…]
Dear Friends, Be angry but do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger.’ This famous bible passage is often used in helping people to make their friendship or relationship work: do not let the sun go down on your anger? How does any friendship or relationship work? Whether that is … [Read more…]
My husband – not a churchgoer – was scanning our benefice What’s On news sheet. As he read through the notices of Parish breakfast, Teacake Tuesday, Cafe church, Ladies Lunch, Men’s Breakfast, and Thursday Lunch Club he asked whether anything took place in the C of E these days without food being involved. Since most … [Read more…]
Recently at church we looked at the very early life of Moses – specifically when he was drawn from the water as a baby. It was suggested to me that what I said on that day was written down for others to read. So here I offer to you what I said on Mothering Sunday. … [Read more…]
I wonder if you have ever expected God to show you he exists by asking for a miracle? This might be true if you don’t consider yourself to have faith, but have wanted a miracle for yourself or someone you love. I know I have. So now I want to ask – who is God … [Read more…]
Little Alex was staring up at the large plaque that hung on the side wall of the church. The plaque was covered with names, and it seemed to fascinate the seven-year-old. “All those names,” he said to the minister. “Who are they?” “Well, they were people who used to go to this church,” explained the … [Read more…]
September is often the month when refreshed by our summer holidays, we hit the ground running. Given that most of us left full-time education a while ago, it is slightly odd that September still feels like a sort of new year. These patterns can become entrenched. We do things habitually, even though the reason we … [Read more…]
Wonder, the Trinity and a chemistry lesson I like to wonder. Wonder at the stars when sitting outside on a crisp, clear evening. Wonder at birdsong first thing in the morning. Wonder at the miracle of life, love and everything in between. So, when recently I was asked to explain the Trinity to 100 primary … [Read more…]
Rector’s Blog April 2023 Dear Friends, This Lent, for me, has been tinged with grief. The death of some dear parishioners, some of whom I counted as friends, has ensured that these last few weeks have been lived in a minor key. As I reflect on the meaning of Lent – to become more aware … [Read more…]
Dear Friends, By the time you read this the Christmas decorations and fairy lights will be carefully packed away and the nights a little lighter. Although the bright colours and sparkles may have been neatly boxed up until next Christmas, I am sure by now you will have seen some of God’s handiwork and colour … [Read more…]