Walnut Tree- Look, See, Pray
August 26, 2022
The words of St Paul in 1 Corinthians 11:1 have always amazed me as an example of wisdom, courage, faith and integrity. … More Walnut Tree- Look, See, Pray
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In Christ- Look, See, Pray
August 18, 2022
This is a photograph of the members of a church. Every person provided a small photo of themselves, and the artist combined them to form a composite “impression” of Jesus Christ. Obviously, we don’t know what Jesus looked like in the flesh! But as a symbol, it works well for that congregation. Every time the … More In Christ- Look, See, Pray
The Parched Land will be Glad – Look, See, Pray
August 4, 2022
the driest July on record, a hosepipe ban, no likelihood of rain for weeks. I’ve already had to help some plants with heat shock- in England! – and I thought a couple of them were dying. Isn’t grass supposed to be green? I am fervently hoping for rain. … More The Parched Land will be Glad – Look, See, Pray
Can You Guess? Look, See, Pray
July 28, 2022
Why are we doing it? Two good reasons: 1. it’s fun and kids deserve fun; 2. It’s about Jesus and kids deserve to hear about His special love and life. … More Can You Guess? Look, See, Pray
Passing through things eternal? + Sheep Racing!
July 25, 2022
Woo Hoo! Summer holidays! Today we have your usual lectionary-linked resources and liturgy, including hymn suggestions and a couple of linked activities suitable for youth groups, Messy Church, all-age events or Bible studies. In addition, you have a video and script of a short talk on ‘I am the Gate’ (slightly longer than anticipated because … More Passing through things eternal? + Sheep Racing!
Balancing Act – Look, See, Pray
July 14, 2022
Decidedly odd, flamingoes. Strange shape, awkward looking. Funny colour- it surely isn’t camouflage! Really good at one thing- standing on one leg. … More Balancing Act – Look, See, Pray
Gen 18, Ps 15, Col 1, Lk 10
July 11, 2022
It was my turn on the United Reformed Church’s Daily Devotions this week, so here is the text of my offering, with a link to the audio recording. If you find these useful, you can have the devotions delivered daily by email or pod cast, and the URC also provide full Sunday services (rent-a-pulpit) suitable … More Gen 18, Ps 15, Col 1, Lk 10
Straight Ahead- Look, See, Pray
July 8, 2022
Tourist carriages offer a nice way to “see the sights” and save your feet. For the horse, it’s a different story. Hot roads, bright sun, noisy humans, and hard work. … More Straight Ahead- Look, See, Pray
Deut 6 – Love the Lord Your God
July 4, 2022
Two fab resources for you this week: As usual, your liturgy for next week’s lectionary readings can be found at the bottom of this post, but first, an interactive all-age talk based on Deut 6:4-9 and Jesus’ reference to this in Mark 12:30-31 and Matt 22:36-40 plus Luke 10:25-28. PDFs and video included as well. … More Deut 6 – Love the Lord Your God
Honey For Tea? – Look, See, Pray
July 1, 2022
Stands the Church clock at ten to three?
And is there honey still for tea? – Rupert Brooke
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The Reflectionary 