SUMMER 2026 - will definitely go down as a very hot, dry one and we are told that this is what we should expect going forward. Crops have been harvested early and the quality of that harvest will have been affected by the dry conditions. Farmers are doubtless looking at how they might adapt to the changing climate. However, even in these challenging circumstances, there IS a harvest and no doubt some, maybe unexpected, successes in gardens (tomatoes in my case! Ed.).
Our Gospel reading on Sunday 26th July included a number of images of the Kingdom of heaven, including this quotation:
‘The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.’
Much of life, and that includes our church life, consists of trying something in a small way and seeing how it develops. If we never try something new, we’ll never know what we can achieve. We are not all destined to be world leaders, great athletes or inspiring artists, but we all have our part to play and gifts to offer.
August is often a time to take a break from routine and have a little rest and refreshment. This is important and helps us ‘re-fuel’ ready for busy times ahead and is certainly true for members of the Choir, who are taking a break from rehearsals and from singing as a group in church. They’ll still be around, perhaps sitting in the pews for a change, as well as singing at two weddings during August. From September they will be back ‘on duty’ and looking forward to a busy season, including Advent and Christmas.
The Choir are inviting everyone to come and join them on Wednesday 16th September from 7.30pm for a Singing Social Evening. There will be light refreshments and an opportunity to sing along in some lively, thoughtful, serious and fun music. Good for the heart and the soul. An opportunity not to be missed! All are welcome and if you have any questions, just ask