In our time we want everyone to have a voice but rarely are there calls for people to 'give an ear', to listen. Often we think of listening as a passive or submissive mode of existence but listening is an empowering act for both the listener and the heard. Len Firth, an experienced counsellor, coach … Continue reading Listening in noise
Numbers 20:1-13 | Meribah
That God tests our hearts is a biblical theme. If the rationale for the test is to show us what is in our hearts, then this is a challenge to our time which has made following our hearts the core of who we are. In Numbers 20 we find even Moses is tested and struggles … Continue reading Numbers 20:1-13 | Meribah
Numbers 17 & 18 | Mediators
Mostly, we don't like to think of God as being distinct or seperate to us. We prefer to think God can be kind of made up as we go along. Made in our image, suiting our felt needs. Numbers tells a very different story where God, like any person, decides who and how we may … Continue reading Numbers 17 & 18 | Mediators
Mental health 1 | The Physical
Mental health is a broad, complex and sensitive topic. We are going to start a conversation about mental health and healing at our evening service on the first Sunday of each month. We set this service aside as a time of receiving Holy Communion and prayers for healing. During this season our focus will be … Continue reading Mental health 1 | The Physical
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