In this weeks edition there are details about the latest book written by the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell entitled," Prayer : Where to start and how to keep going ". Read about what the Jesus prayer is and what Stephen says about it and how using it can bring calmness when we might be feeling anxious or worried. ' Getting Ready ,' the title of our new bible study which begins this Tuesday evening 7pm via zoom . Come along and join us as we start to prepare for our new incumbent that we hope will be in post soon!This weeks prayers have been written by Frank Mugglestone.
Matthew Parker , the new new Bishop of Stafford was consecrated at Lambeth palace last week. We all wish him well now its official !'I am the good shepherd,' says Jesus in this weeks gospel reading from John10:11-18. Why does Jesus describe himself as a good shepherd and why is his role as one very important especially in the light of the events of Good Friday ? Nicky Beasley writes this weeks message and Val Adams has prepared our intercessions.
To other news the WI celebrates its centenary this year and local WI members from Yarnfield and Swynnerton have been exploring its history!This weeks message prepared by June Steed is based on this weeks gospel reading from Luke which describes the appearance of Jesus to his disciples after his resurrection. He showed them his wounds to prove to them that he was the same man who had been crucified and was now alive!So what do those wounds suffered by Jesus mean for us today ? And what do they show about what God thinks about us ? Read more to find out....This weeks prayers have been prepared by Gwyn Williams.
It is with great sadness that that we join the nation in mourning the loss of His Royal Highness , Prince Philip , Duke of Edinburgh . He lived a life of service and was totally committed and dedicated , a man of honour. Our prayers go to HM the Queen, the Royal Family and all who mourn.Most merciful God,whose wisdom is beyond our understanding,surround the Queen and the Roayal family with your love,that they may not be overwhelmed by their loss,but have confidence in your goodness,and stregth to meet the days to come.We ask this throughChrist our Lord.Amen.
