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“It is well”

Thought of the day – Sunday 26th July 2020 We had a lovely worshipful time together at Elmsett Methodist Church on Sunday 19th July, during which we shared communion, in a way that meant we were able to comply with all Covid guidance.  Music was playing in the background as we worshiped and one of…

“Words”

Thought for the day – Saturday 25th July 2020 Does what you read or hear make a difference to you?  How much are your opinions swayed by the media? –  I was contemplating this question in connection with the current pandemic. If I had no connection with the outside world, if I had no newspaper…

Lectionary reflections for Sunday 26th July 2020

17th Sunday on Ordinary Time. Year A.                                                    Lectionary Readings: 1 Kings 3 v5-12.                                 The Lord makes Solomon wise. Romans 8 v26-39.                              God’s love for us. Matthew 13 v31-33, 44-52.               New and old treasures. Wisdom and Understanding- God’s gifts to his people. Solomon asks God for wisdom to help him in his role as…

“The Wisdom of God – Day 1”

Thought of the day – Tuesday 21st July 2020 Proverbs 8:22-36                 “The Lord possessed me at the beginning of His way,Before His works of old.I have been established from everlasting,From the beginning, before there was ever an earth.When there were no depths I was brought forth,When there were no fountains abounding with water,Before the mountains…

“God’s Recipe”

“Have you read about the instant cake mix that was a flop? The instructions said that all you had to do was add water and bake. The company couldn’t understand why it didn’t sell—until their research discovered that the buying public felt uneasy about a mix that required only water. Apparently people thought it was…

Joan’s Jottings for 18th July

The circuit online Arts and Crafts Exhibition is up for you to view. The exhibition is in two parts. The first part is a short two-minute video with an overview of the entries that were submitted. The second part consists of eight galleries of photos depicting the 264 entries. We hope you take the time to enjoy the show!