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Make me an instrument of your peace

Philip Young has compiled a paper for consideration by the Third Order of Saint Francis, of which he is a member, explaining the importance of being a peacemaker in this modern world. He shares his main points with us here.

God is still in control

Rev Ron Skivington encourages us to remember God’s promises as we progress through this very unusual year.

Kindness - essential medicine for a pandemic

Andy Bryant believes that, amidst all the advice being given about coping with the current pandemic, there is one element which can easily get forgotten.

Written the morning of the day I died?

Peter Farley is encouraging us to make best use of the time we have left on this planet.

We must still be a welcoming Church

Andy Bryant finds the need to be a welcoming, accepting Church something of a challenge amid the current restrictions.

Finding a moment with God

Ruth Lilley spent an early morning on the beach, and enjoyed a peaceful moment with God.

We can help to complete God’s jigsaw

Jane Walters enjoys a good jigsaw, and explains how the jigsaw of life can often best be completed as a team effort.

Why should I believe in Jesus?

Peter Farley has been giving some consideration to the claims of Richard Dawkins, and explains to us the results of his own analysis.

Face masks – a spiritual undertaking?

Many of us are struggling with the use of face coverings, but Andy Bryant suggests that the act of wearing them can have a spiritual significance.

You will find rest for your souls

Rev Matthew Price encourages us to take heart and allow Jesus to take our tiredness on His shoulders.

Worship strengthens the good in us

Philip Young is enjoying the return to real-life worship, and shares some thoughts based on a sermon he preached Saint John’s in Felixstowe on July 19.

Use your time wisely for the Master

Peter Farley reflects on the importance of each of us making effective use of our remaining time on earth.

Letting God into the whole of your life

Suzanne Cooke has been recalling her early encounter with God on the island of Iona, and suggests that the Celtic style of Christianity would be a good model for our lives today.

Holding God’s hand through the uncertainty

Andy Bryant is learning to come to terms with the ongoing restrictions as we gradually emerge from lockdown, but help is at hand…

What does it mean to be free?

Amidst all the current restrictions on people’s freedom, Jane Walters recalls a recent holiday and how much the Channel Islanders rejoice in their freedom from previous oppression.

Do I have to go back to church?

As many churches around England start to re-open for limited acts of worship, Andy Bryant explains why this is, for him, such an important stage in the return to normality.

What is an effective church?

Robert Ashton wonders how essential our church premises are for our churches to function successfully.

People of God have much to remember

As the lockdown starts to ease, and a version of normality returns, Andy Bryant reminds us that there are many things we need to remember, and lessons to learn.

Decluttering the mind to make room for God

Ruth Lilley has been de-cluttering, and has discovered new benefits as a result.

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