The Church, came into being on the Day of Pentecost and was suffused with the power of the Holy Spirit. Yet this power is not ourse to wield in worldly ways.
It is a Power to proclaim not to profit
It is a Power to heal not to hurt
It is a Power to comfort not condemn
Mayor Making.
To volunteer for unpaid work in a time of international crisis requires bravery, a tough hide, and a heart for others.
How can the new Mayor of Felixstowe manage in the middle of a pandemic?
Currently, due to Covid-19 restrictions, our parish is running an hour behind the rest of the nation.
Perhaps not a bad thing as looking to the past in times of crisis reminds us of God’s faithfulness then, comfort now and hope for the future
At the turn of the year it is tempting and comforting to reminisce about the past. But our vocation remains to step out into the future.
Remember, remember the 5th of November Article for the November 2019 edition of the magazine of the Parish of Felixstowe Remember, remember the fifth of November Gunpowder, treason and plot I see no reason why gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot A rhyme from the deep memory of our childhood which conjures up dark… Continue reading Remember, remember the 5th of November
The Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel, a programme of the World Council of Churches, sends groups of people to the occupied Palestinian territories of the West Bank to help keep the international community informed as to how International agreements and treaties are kept by both Israel and Palestine.
This article was part of a interview process for my application to become an accompanier
Bring me Sunshine Article for the June 2019 edition of the magazine of the Parish of Felixstowe Bring me sunshine In your smile Bring me laughter All the while In this world where we live There should be more happiness So much joy you can give To each brand new bright tomorrow What… Continue reading Bring me Sunshine
The General Synod Human Sexuality Group, of which I am a part, has produced these briefing notes to answer some of the questions raised when Bishops in the Church of England issued new Guidance on how Transgender People are welcome in the Church. It is published here as sort of ‘Valentine’s Day Love Letter’ to… Continue reading A Valentine’s Message for Trans People
if it seems dark at the beginning of the New Year why not try something small the help your soul germinate?
Hate Crime affects people of all races, all sexual orientations, all mental conditions, all identities, and can be beaten every time we choose Hope over Hate
