Day 2 of 7 days on the theme of Relationships – I’ve been using a book called “You are Mine” by David Walker during this Lent. The daily reflections are based on my thoughts inspired by that book.
Day 2 of 7 days on the theme of Relationships – I’ve been using a book called “You are Mine” by David Walker during this Lent. The daily reflections are based on my thoughts inspired by that book.
Thought for the day – Sunday 29th March 2020 Reading: John 19:16 – 24 So the soldiers took charge of Jesus. Carrying his own cross, he went out to the place of the Skull (which in Aramaic is called Golgotha). There they crucified him, and with him two others—one on each side and Jesus in the middle. Pilate had a notice…
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…
Last night Nigel recorded a reflection from me. I mean the words with all sincerity but the production is very Heath Robinson as it was done on my iPhone. I hope and pray that it will be of some help, but let’s be honest I won’t be hearing from a TV producer just yet. If the amateur nature gives you a laugh it would have done some good. I knew it was pretty naff when Nigel said to me, the next one is bound to l be better
Thought for the day – Saturday 28th March 2020 What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear!What a privilege to carry everything to God in Prayer! In these difficult and uncertain times it’s not just our circumstances, but how we think of them that affects our daily living. Focusing…
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…
Thought for the Day – Friday 27th March 2020 Bible reading – Psalm 46 Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. There is a river whose streams make glad the…
Sisters and Brothers in Christ, I am writing to you as your Pastor at a time of deep adversity as we all come to terms with the new and more stringent conditions on our collective life together. Much of what we hold dear as citizens of a liberal democracy is being stripped away and we…
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.