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…
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 :
The first of a number of short reflections from Rev’d Diane Smith inspired by the writings of Julian of Norwich. During lockdown we have been enjoying more than ever programmes like “Gardeners World”. Many of you may have in your gardens ornamental bird baths, perhaps even with these famous words inscribed. “The kiss of the…
Dear Friends St. Paul writes “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind…….” (Romans 12 v2) My word, we are currently having to evolve and be transformed at quite an alarming rate in the crisis we are living through. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful way you have risen to…
To turn a corner and to find such beauty, as to take your breathTo look in wonder and to ponderThe Meaning of Christ’s death. An Easter Tree in all its splendourBathed both in shadow and in light.An Easter Tree in all is gloryA sacred sign of Sacred Story. An Easter Tree on Easter morn.When all…
A Baptist friend sent me the following hymn by William Fullerton written in 1929 It rather captures the current mood I cannot tell why grief and sadness lingerWhy jobs are lost, and people face despair;When this will end, if vaccines come and rescue,Why isolation stalks the earth again.But this I know, Christ feels the hurt…
“Faces of Easter” – Godly play by Rev. Diane Smith
Click on the picture below to watch Diane asking the question “What is the best gift you have received ? “ This video was recorded at Kirton Methodist Church just before the latest restrictions came into force. Godly play