Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. I see kindness as a practical and outward expression of love. Also it is not grand or showy, but quiet and simple. It could be giving your car park…

Over the years, community Carol singing has been an integral part of my Christmas experience. The first time I ever went Carol Singing, it was with my dad straight after the Church Carol service, we walked around the village and ended up at one of the big houses, where we received hot drinks and mince…

We’re on our way to Bethlehem but who will show us the way? THE SHEPHERDS Journeys can be long or short, easy or difficult, slow or quick.  You might travel alone or in a group.  You might stop along the way.  You might get lost. You might need help to find your way. In ADVENT…

At this time of the year, I seem to use a lot of candles. All shapes and sizes get used as part of my Christmas decorations. Most don’t get lit but are put carefully away after Christmas and brought out again the following year, but I really like seasonal spice t-lights which do get lit.…

This coming Sunday will see many churches enjoying their carol services. Everywhere, notwithstanding COVID worries, people will be looking forward to what Christmas means to them. For Christians there is the bonus of the celebration of the wondrous event of God incarnate, the arrival of the Christ-child. I wonder how the cousins Mary and Elizabeth…