Every day we post a Thought for the day written by someone within the circuit. Some are very light hearted and some are very deep theologically with all bases between covered.
We hope these will encourage, uplift and make you reflect but most of all we hope you enjoy reading these small daily snippets and take some inspiration on your daily journey
“I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go” (Genesis 28:15)
A year or two ago, I hunted for a new nativity scene decoration in the shops. I could get Father Christmases on trains, deers and elves. Now I know I could shop on line, but I like to see, touch and get an idea of size and make a stand for wanting Jesus to be…
A kind friend recently found a very old photograph of herself with my late sister. It was taken in 1976 and gave me a flash back into what seems like a former life. In the hope that other family members may like to have a copy too, the photograph has been on a journey to…
The nation has been gripped by Traitors fever, and reactions to the programme vary from “love it” or “hate it” to total disinterest. I got into “The Traitors” last Christmas time when visiting my daughter and son in law in Australia, and then started to watch the recent Celebrity version, quickly becoming hooked. You may ask “Is this…
A week ago, I found it quite moving as I watched people of all ages stop what they were doing to stand silently for two minutes, in contrast to some who, for whatever reason, continued with their activities. On Remembrance Sunday, many churches, including the one I attended, modified their services to observe this silent…
This TFTD is another inspired by Rev Rach Ward’s recent visit to Bristol. The Helios sun sculpture is by the artist Luke Jerram. (His previous works include the Museum of the moon, Gaia and Mars art installations). Helios was the god of the sun in Greek mythology, and would ride his four-horse chariots across the…
In the vibrant setting of Buhera Methodist Church, where faith and community intertwine, we reflect on the journey of Lydia, a new member seeking to deepen her faith, and her mentor, Nyasha, whose name means grace. Their relationship embodies the powerful potential of mentorship in discipleship, influenced by the wisdom of African scholar Dr. Ivor…
At the Remembrance Service held in Felixstowe Methodist Church at Seaton Road on the 9th November we had a Poppy Fall at the front of the church. You can see in the accompanying photo that there are red, purple and white poppies but if you look closely there are different shades of these colours. There are…
Have you been gripped by ‘The Traitors’ TV series? It’s fascinating to watch people’s behaviour and what motivates them to turn on their friends, adapt their opinions depending on performances in challenges or throw away phrases, propose and undermine allegiances. Also, what individuals will say to convince others of their constancy. It must be so…
When you are just able to walk and learning about the interesting things in the world, progress is slow, not necessarily because of physical capability but because there are so many distractions. That is my interpretation of going for a walk with my grandson. Thinking about it, much of what I do in my life…
Last week I wrote about travelling on my local bus, contrasting it to my experiences on the London Underground. I travel to London quite frequently to see family and count myself as reasonably proficient at navigating the various lines. This is normally in the daytime, and a recent experience in the late evening showed me…