Monday 8th FebUnfinished sentence. Third in a series with the same theme of love. This week spend some time to reflect on how you would complete this sentence:'GOD'S LOVE IS...'Tuesday 9th Febsoul moments. At some point this week stop and count sounds. Not just count but really count all the different sounds that you can hear when you sit or stand still for a few minutes. While you are counting, focus in on the sounds, try not to think about things and if you do, just name them as a 'thought' and go back to counting the sounds. These small stilling moments are soul moments they are good for our wellbeing."STOP, COUNT, REALLY COUNT, wellbeing"Wednesday 10th FebWeekly Worship Podcast released, exploring the theme of seasons - 'Ruth chapter 4'. Click here to listen.Thursday 11th FebPrayer for the Nation. Loving God, at this time of crisis when so many are suffering, we pray for our nation and our world. Give our leaders wisdom, our Health Service strength, our people hope. Lead us through these parched and difficult days to the fresh springs of joy and comfort that we find in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.Friday 12th FebCharity of the Week: Womankind Worldwide - supporting women's movements to change the world. For more information click the link.Saturday 13th FebThe Lord is my shepherd. Even though I walk through the darkest valleyyou are with me you comfort me.(cf. Psalm 23)Sunday 14th FebSong of the Week: 'Year of Victory' by Rend Collective, click here to listen.
Monday 1st FebUnfinished sentence. Expanded sentence for this week building on last weeks. Spend some time to reflect on how you would complete this sentence:'UNCONDITIONAL LOVE IS...'Tuesday 2nd Febsoul moments. Today the Church marks the Presentation of Christ in the Temple (Candlemas), where Simeon proclaims the child Jesus as a light of hope for all.At some point this week stop and watch a candle burn. Not just watch but really watch for five minutes. While you are watching the candle flame, try not to think about things and if you do, just name them as a 'thought' and go back to concentrating on the flame. These small stilling moments are soul moments they are good for our wellbeing."STOP, WATCH, REALLY WATCH, wellbeing"Wednesday 3rd FebWeekly Worship Podcast released, exploring the theme of 'Ruth chapter 3'. Click here to listen.Thursday 4th FebPrayer for the Nation:Caring God, we bring before you all those who bring healing and care within and beyond the NHS. We give thanks for their service and pray that they would be encouraged particularly when things feel hopeless. Furthermore we pray that in the aftermath, the carers will be cared for. Amen.Friday 5th February Charity of the Week: St. Mungo's - Ending homelessness, rebuilding lives. For more information click the link.Saturday 6th FebruaryOur steps are made firm by the Lord, when he delights in our way;though we stumble, we shall not fall headlong, for the Lord holds us by the hand.(Psalm 37:23-24)Due to life storms, sometimes it does not feel that way.Sunday 7th FebruarySong of the Week: My Lighthouse by Rend Collective
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)
