How interesting that we should have such a fascinating reading as our Old Testament story today! This links in powerfully with our celebration of the Holy Trinity last week. Have another read of it: – Genesis 18:1-15. The icon by
Trinity Sunday
Today is Trinity Sunday – the day we celebrate the nature of God. Of course, I think it seems quite presumptuous to say anything about the nature of God. God might disagree with us. However, over the centuries since Jesus
I Am the Way, the Truth, the Life
“I AM THE WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE” In place of something from Jennifer I thought you might enjoy these Celtic reflections on Jesus’ great “I AM” statement that is part of today’s gospel…… “THE WAY” Alone
Buildings
At some times, in Parish life, our focus seems to be on buildings. At St. John’s this week, I have been having conversations about the renovation of our sacristy. This very necessary work is long overdue, as the cupboards are very old,
On our Patron Saints
What a wonderful opportunity it is this week, to celebrate both our Patronal Festivals together! It will be slightly strange for the St. Mark’s people, but we are all anticipating the Grand Opening of the new plant on 19th August. If
Ramblings for the week beginning 30 April 2017….
What a wonderful opportunity it is this week, to celebrate both our Patronal Festivals together! It will be slightly strange for the St. Mark’s people, but we are all anticipating the Grand Opening of the new plant on 19th August.
This week in pictures – 16 – 23 April 2017
Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
Here we are already at the end of January 2017. What an eventful January it has been all around the world. Even now, we are still reeling from the events of last Friday week in Melbourne. However, I was greatly
Second Sunday of Advent
“As we approach this second Sunday of Advent, we are officially in summer. The evenings are still getting lighter, and the days, a little warmer – despite a somewhat slow beginning this year. Advent is the season of
Ascension of Christ
What can we make of the Ascension of Jesus? Past Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams tries to explain it in this way: “Imagine what it is like when you first wake up in the morning. When you put on the light,