Pentecost

Sunday is Pentecost so in preparation I’ve put together this visual based on the Phoce image of the Spirit and part of a Christine Odell prayer both from Twelvebaskets. It speaks for itself… Read More →

The Hand Of Grace

I gave a toddler communion yesterday. Nothing unusual in that as it is standard Methodist practise. As she was unable to reach over the top of the communion rail I stooped down and… Read More →

A Fish Out Of Water

Whilst this is a stunning image by Mark Boulton the subject is looking rather forlorn, abandoned from its purpose and beached on the weeds. If we are not careful society can discard people… Read More →

Live Below The Line Challenge

1.4 billion people in the world live below the poverty line according to Christian Aid. In order to raise the profile of their plight the charity are inviting people to take the “Live… Read More →

The Gospel According To “Love Hearts”

At my service on Sunday based on John 15:9-17 I will be giving out “love heart” sweets, if I can locate sufficient before the service. Love is everywhere! The term love is undoubtedly… Read More →

Psalm 28 – My Heart Leaps For Joy

I’m a fan of the Psalms as they express real emotions, and address issues that are as current today as they were to the original hearers. My favourite image from the words of… Read More →

Life Is Not About Waiting…..

Image by Alan Jones via Twelvebaskets, the source of the words is unknown, and the composition is by me.

Post-Easter Down Time

I have just completed my last service for Easter day, so the relaxation and re-energising period has just started. I will take the opportunity to slow down a gear or two and meet… Read More →

Easter Preparations – Anyone Got A Donkey?

This is Applecarts take on Andrew and Peter’s prep for the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. You can find additional information via their site Applecart, and preview videos at Twelvebaskets. However stealing or borrowing a donkey… Read More →

God’s Hard Core Love

Jeremiah 31:31-34 is the most famous passage in that book and gives hearers a warm glow within each time it is read. Yet Jeremiah describes this new covenant as a last resort when all… Read More →