As October begins, we are in the midst of Prayerfest25 here in Madeley. Eight days of celebrating a legacy of prayer in and for Madeley that goes back at least 1050 years. 1050 years ago, land was granted by Royal Charter, to build a church and monastery. The latter of which may never have been built. Prior to AD 975 it is almost certain that people prayed in this village.

Prayer is often a reflex, “Oh Lord”, we might cry out when something awful has happened. We might pray with a guttural cry rather than a reasonable thought.

Prayer might also be a more contemplative affair, setting aside a moment or two each day to pause, to give thanks to God and to acknowledge something greater in our lives than our own motivations.

By the first day in October Prayerfest25 is well and truly underway, but there is still plenty to get involved with.

On Wednesday 1st October 2025 7:30-9:30pm we’ll be hosting a free Collage and Prayer Workshop at All Saints’. An opportunity to try a form of creative prayer.

On Thursday 2nd October 3:45-4:30pm at All Saints’ we’ll be hosting, Pausing Place, a quiet and relaxed session for children and families, making space for prayer and storytelling.

On Friday 3rd October 7:30-9:30pm at All Saints’ we’ll be Launching John Lloyd’s new booklet, The Adventure Of Prayer, followed by a panel discussion about prayer, with wine and nibbles. This is going to be a very special session for the church.

Also, on Saturday 4th October from 10:00am-4:00pm at Betley Methodist Chapel we’ll be hosting a Quiet Day with a Harvest Theme, led by Sadie Blankley and Rev Tim.

There is so much to get involved with, do take some time and have a look at all the events taking place!

Blessings

Rev Tim.