William Laud was Archbishop of Canterbury during the 1630 and 1640’s, this was a very tumultuous period of English history right before the English Civil War when to two rival factions were fighting for dominance, (sorry I’m a historian and I love this period, I’ve really had to restrain myself here), I think it’s fair to say that these factions have several different names … More Being disciples of Jesus
Good morning and welcome to our service of holy communion for Sunday 24 January, the second of Epiphany. Rev Sue will preside and Rev Helen will preach. We begin with the hymn “The Summons” … More Come and See
This is an ancient carol, probably dating from the late medieval period, and based on a mystery play. It tells the story of Jesus’ life from his own perspective, from the annunciation of Mary to the manger, his baptism by his cousin John, his forty days in the wilderness, betrayal by Judas Iscariot, trial, death and resurrection … More Tomorrow shall be my Dancing Day – (Trad., arr. Various)
Good morning and welcome to our service of holy communion for Epiphany, in which we celebrate the arrival of the Wise Men. Rev Sue presides, and started by reminding us that the Magi were neither local nor Jewish, the Messiah came to earth for the good of all. Children then brought those characters from around the church to join the gathering in the manger. … More Epiphany – the Arrival of the Wise Men
Today is the twelfth day of Christmas, and our choir reminds us of the imminent arrival of the Wise Men, as well as singing about all those gifts … More The 12th Day of Christmas 2023/4
Today is the eleventh day of Christmas, and our choir reminds us of the imminent arrival of the Wise Men, as well as singing about all those gifts … More The 11th Day of Christmas
Today we are picking up the threads of a story which began before Christmas. We heard how the Pharisees had sent their disciples to ask John to tell them who he was. We have moved from Advent to Christmas and now the one who was expected arrives. In John’s gospel there are no stories around Jesus’ birth and this is the first time we meet him. John the Baptist announces who he is “Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” That’s a startling way to introduce someone. What would have come to mind for those who had gathered to hear John’s message … More The Lamb of God
Today is the tenth day of Christmas, and our choir reminds us of the imminent arrival of the Wise Men, as well as singing about all those gifts … More The 10th Day of Christmas 2023/4
Today is the ninth day of Christmas, and our choir sings about all those gifts: … More The 9th Day of Christmas 2023/4
On New Years Eve we had a covenant service. A service to remember and renew our covenant with God, as our ancestors in the faith our ancestors in the faith so I wanted to think about what this covenant still means … More January 2024 letter to the parish
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