Words from the Vicarage this Easter.

I write in March and we wake each day to news of war in the Middle East. Life has been turned upside down and is full of uncertainty.

The disciple’s lives would have been full of uncertainty during that first Easter. They had gone from the high of Palm Sunday, with many people lining the streets and shouting Hosanna, through the surprise of Maundy Thursday when Jesus again turned their expectations on their head by washing their feet. To the horror of Good Friday, Jesus’ death on a cross.

St John’s church building is open every Wednesday and Friday for private prayer. The community garden of reflection at the rear of the church offers a place to sit in quiet.

This Easter, I invite you to hear again the words of hope as told in the Bible, that the angel gave to the women who had gone to the tomb ‘Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for he has been raised…go quickly and tell his disciples, He has been raised from the dead.

The hope of the Resurrection is ours, today, tomorrow, and forever. Whether we are currently feeling lost or afraid, or if we are full of hope for the future, God’s message is the same to us as it was to the first disciples Join us for worship or quiet reflection in whichever way is most appropriate for you.

‘Alleluia. Christ is risen. He is risen indeed. Alleluia’

Revd Jacqueline

As the Anglican Church in Bracebridge Heath we are here for you as you encounter the joyful and sad times of life. Please do get in touch if you think we can help with baptisms, weddings and funerals. You can contact us on the details provided below

Vicar: Revd Jacqueline Bell : 01522 244751

Email: [email protected]

Churchwardens: Sue Manders 01522 537350: 

                              John Robinson  01522 827366