Many of you would have no doubt heard that Monty Don, of Gardeners World fame, has had a bereavement. His much-loved golden retriever Nigel died in May. Nigel was known throughout the World it seems and once even appeared as the star guest on “The One Show”. You may have also heard that “Bob”…
On Saturday the 20th June hundreds of campaigners gathered in two Suffolk towns to hold peaceful Black Lives Matter protests. Protesters assembled in Felixstowe and Woodbridge to share their support for the global campaign. The Felixstowe event was held in the Spa Gardens and I attended along with other Members of the Local Methodist Church. …
One of the set readings for this Sunday the 14th of June is Psalm 100. C.S. Lewis once wrote “The most valuable thing the Psalms do for me is to express the same delight in God which made David dance.” Take time today not only to read Psalm 100 but to pray Psalm 100, for…
Thought for the day – Tuesday 9th June 2020 Psalm 46 reminds us that “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” During the very challenging times in which we are living, Crematorium staff and Funeral Directors have been working flat out. Can we please remember them all in our prayers.…
The Sixth and final reflection on the life of Julian of Norwich written by Rev. Diane Smith. Not much is known about Julian, but we do know that that she was a quiet, reflective individual and that her way of coming close to God was to be by herself. In these days of isolation from…
The fifth in a number of reflections written by the Rev’d Diane Smith, inspired by the writings of Julian of Norwich. Julian’s last revelation of God’s divine love is known as “the vision of the City of her soul”. He did not say, ‘you shall not be tossed about by tempest; You shall not be…
Thought for the day – Tuesday 19th May 2020 The fourth in a number of reflections written by the Rev’d Diane Smith, inspired by the writings of Julian of Norwich. A number of you may be involved with the current positive trend on Facebook encouraging us to think positively and be grateful for the things…
The Third in a number of Reflections written by Diane Smith influenced by the life and work of Julian of Norwich. From Julian’s Writings “Our Lord showed to me a spiritual insight of his homely loving. I saw that he is everything that is good and comfortable for us. He is our clothing that for…
Rev Diane Smith has created a new video reflection, entitle “Adventure Cruise” this includes a song from John Hardwicke. Watch it You tube and share it by clicking on the image below :
Thought for the day – Saturday 9th May 2020 The second on a number of reflections on the work and witness of Julian of Norwich from the Rev’d Diane Smith. In recent days many individuals have taken up new hobbies and crafts or committed to finishing some DIY work. People’s gardens are looking very well-tended…