The need in Ipswich for food parcels is ever increasing and the Coronavirus emergency is exacerbating this need as so many people try to feed themselves and their families
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Dear Friends in Christ, A friendly reminder that tonight (Saturday) the clocks spring forward. We will be worshipping at home tomorrow! I encourage you to keep your normal Sunday rhythm to your lives and to join us in worship. I recorded the service today. So, tomorrow morning, go onto our circuit website and then choose…
We are pleased to announce that Gainsborough Community Library have won the High Sheriff’s “Strengthen Your Community Award”. Our lay worker, Elizabeth Storey holds 4 regular activities at the library, Ipswich Methodist Craft Club and Choir, Time 4 You, Gainsborough Community Choir and Pizza and Praise. Elizabeth also undertakes pastoral care for members of the…
Congratulations to Maureen Clarke (Mo!) from Capel St Mary Methodist Church who has won the East of England regional prize in the Methodist Insurance annual Church Volunteer awards scheme. This award brings with it a cash sum of £1000.00 for Capel Methodist Church. Read all about Mo’s active role below … and please do go…
While so many are stuck indoors, I am grateful that the sun is shining as we look out of the windows. For my exercise yesterday, I took a walk to the Rushmere Heath and the gorse is blooming, and it was beautiful. In amidst the difficulties we are facing, there are many beautiful moments. Look for them and enjoy them and give thanks.
Bramford Road Methodist church have been asked if they can hold some additional sessions during the current crisis as donations are down by approximately 15% at the moment.Please can you encourage people you know to sign up and help to save lives.More information can be found by clicking on the images below
Dear Siblings in Christ, Did you read yesterday’s (Tuesday) ‘thought for the day’ from Rev. Derek Grimshaw as he encouraged us not to wallow in self-pity but to embrace the opportunity given to us. What are we going to do with this gift of time and space? If you, or anyone else is in need…
Taking care of yourself and those around you. Increasing isolation, bombardment of negative and worrying news stories and concerns for the health of those we love, can heighten anxiety levels and cause depression. The Methodist Church has looked at some resources available to support people at this difficult time. Find the resources here.
Breathe. Just inhale deeply. Exhale the anxiety you are holding. Inhale again. We will get through this…together.
Dear Siblings in Christ, Happy Mothering Sunday! And what a strange Sunday it is without being able to visit one another or hug each other. Adrian and I spent a few hours yesterday down at Museum Street recording today’s service. You can watch it on the circuit website. The sermon is a little longer than…