Pastoral Letter – East Anglia District Chair of the District – Revd. Julian M. Pursehouse 10:06:2020 Sisters and Brothers in Christ, I am writing to you at the end of a tumultuous week when the world was shocked by the despicable and brutal death of George Floyd, a 46 year old black American who became…
Thought for the day – Wednesday 10th June 2020 Romans 8: 16 For his Holy Spirit speaks to us deep in our hearts and tells us that we are God’s children. Having been invited as the guest preacher, it was rather startling to be approached at the end of the sermon by a elderly lady…
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time. 14.6.20 Lectionary Readings: Exodus 19 v2-8a. Moses at Mount Sinai. Romans 5 v1-8 A new life for God’s people. Matthew 9 v35 – 10 v8 Jesus has pity on people. Are you part of the problem or part of the solution? That is the underlying question I think…
Revd Crispian Acher, Head of Chaplaincy for MHA has sent this message regarding MHA Sunday which falls on this coming Sunday – June 14th.
Thought for the day – Tuesday 9th June 2020 Psalm 46 reminds us that “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” During the very challenging times in which we are living, Crematorium staff and Funeral Directors have been working flat out. Can we please remember them all in our prayers.…
Thought for the day – Monday 8th June 2020 Things I like to do…. This is the last in a series of “Thoughts for the day” using four of my hobbies, all of which I have been fortunate enough to continue despite the Covid-19 lockdown. They all give me the opportunity to reflect and ponder…
Thought for the day – Sunday 7th June 2020 Life can be a struggle at times, marked by pain, loss, grief, broken relationships and ill health. None of us can avoid all of these things because they are part of the journey. We would not be human if we didn’t feel desperate for help at…
The Ipswich Blessing is a collaboration between 40 different Churches and 58 Singers and Musicians in the Ipswich area. We pray that this will be a real blessing to you all.
Thought for the day – Saturday 6th June 2020 Ephesians 6 18 ‘…keep alert with all perseverance…’ The world of sport is not the only area of life where instances of perseverance or endurance cause deep admiration and worthy wonder. Think of selfless heroes or heroines of war, Odette, for example, or the people of…
Christian leaders in Ipswich have today put out a press release with a joint statement in response to the killing of George Floyd. Your six appointed circuit ministers have all signed it. This was put together in a short period of time, so, please do not assume, therefore, that if a neighbouring church or church leader is not on the list that they didn’t agree with the sentiment of the letter!