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Helios

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…

Embracing Positive Mentorship in Discipleship

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…

All different shades

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…

Could you say?

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…

Windows

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…

Public transport 2

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…

Fear

A short while ago, I came across this definition of the phrase “fear of the Lord” as “a loving reverence for God that includes submission to His lordship and the commands of His word.” Genesis 22 may challenge us to ask why God would ask Abram to sacrifice his son when he had waited so…