Monday 25th JanUnfinished sentence. Spend some time this week to reflect on how you would complete this sentence: 'LOVE IS...'Tuesday 26th Jansoul moments. At some point this week stop and stare out of a window. Not just look but stare, really stare for five minutes. While you are staring out of the window, try not to think about things but rather try and take note of all that you can see, even the details. These small moments are soul moments they are good for our wellbeing."STOP, STARE, REALLY STARE, wellbeing"Wednesday 27th JanHolocaust Memorial Day. For more information click this link.Thursday 28th JanPrayer for the Nation. In response to reaching the terrible milestone of 100,000 deaths from COVID-19, the Archbishops invite all to call on God in Prayer:Gracious God, as we remember before you the thousands who have died, surround us and all who mourn with your strong compassion. Be gentle with us in our grief, protect us from despair, and give us grace to persevere and face the future with hope in Jesus Christ our risen Lord. Amen.Saturday 30th JanA cheerful heart is good medicine... (Proverbs 17:22a)Sunday 31st JanSong of the week: Seasons by Hillsong Worship.
Monday 18th JanSamaritans Brew Monday will kick off on 18 January, the third Monday in January, which is usually known as ‘Blue Monday’.Reach out to a friend, family member or colleague for a virtual cuppa and a chat. It doesn’t have to be a Monday or a cup of tea, just taking time to really listen to another person could help them work through what’s on their mind. Because now more than ever, sharing a cuppa is more than a drink – it's about reaching out, checking in and staying connected.https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/brew-monday/Tuesday 19th Jansoul moments.At some point this week when it is raining (and not too windy), wrap up warm and step outside with an umbrella. Stop, you are not going anywhere just stand in the rain under the umbrella and listen. Just for a few minutes, stop thinking and just really focus in on the sound of the rain drumming down on the umbrella.These small moments are soul moments they are good for our wellbeing."STOP, LISTEN, REALLY LISTEN, wellbeing"Wednesday 20th JanWeekly Worship Podcast available now on our YouTube channel. This week's theme is 'Ruth part 2 - God nudges'. Click here to listen.Thursday 21st JanPrayer.Heavenly Father, we pray for those who face or are facing evacuationfrom their homes because of flooding. Help them to find welcome places to restand take stock of all that has happened to them. Give them peace in the midstof turmoil and strength to meet the forthcoming challenges. Protect all those involvedin dealing with the floods and snow. Amen.Friday 22nd JanCharity of the Week. This week it is 'Send a Cow' - Families can grow enough food, earn a living and go after their dreams. For more information please click the link.Saturday 23rd Jan"Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life." (Proverbs 4:23)
Monday 11th JanUnfinished Sentence. Last week was a bit chaotic with Lockdown 3.0 and trying to find new routines and rhythm for many of us. This week is a new week! So here is an unfinished sentence to reflect on how you would complete it. "THIS WEEK I WOULD LIKE..."Tuesday 12th Jansoul moments. At some point this week pause as you begin to make a hot drink. Turn off the auto-pilot and think about each step of making the drink. Watch the water as you pour it in, watch the drink swirling around as you stir it with a spoon. Watch the steam rising from the surface and feel the warmth. Then as you sip your drink, stop and savour the taste, the feel of the liquid and the warmth, really saviour it.These small moments are soul moments they are good for our wellbeing."STOP, SAVOUR, REALLY SAVOUR, wellbeing"Wednesday 13th JanWeekly Worship Podcast released, exploring the theme of 'Ruth part 1'. Click here to listen.Thursday 14th JanPrayer. You can light a candle online to pray for yourself, for a loved one or for a situation; such as covid, NHS and schools. Click on the 'Light a candle' link to make space to pray.Friday 15th JanCharity of the Week. This week it is actually Alconbury Weald Church and the Diocese of Ely. For more information please click the link.Saturday 16th Jan"but those who wait for God will renew their strength" (Isaiah 40:31a)Sunday 17th JanSong of the Week. This is my choice from our InterActive online service today. 'Behold Him' by Francesca Battistelli, click here to listen/watch.
Weekly Worship podcast from Alconbury Weald Church lead by Revd Rob Paddison. The theme for this week is 'Joy in hardship', focussing on Paul and Barnabas's missionary journey (Acts 11-15).This can be accessed on YouTube, click here to listenThis podcast is based on our recent Sunday InterActive service, which means that there is a connection between the two services. We are currently using our YouTube channel as a hosting option for our Weekly Worship podcast.
