Thursday 21 January 2021 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, Many of us may have watched the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States and be praying for him and his new administration as he faces the immense challenges of these days. You may want to use the prayer below: Holy God of grace and justice,
Let us pray for people of integrity and humility who will work together for the common good, not only of the United States but also of the rest of the world. This Sunday, 24th January, we celebrate the Conversion of St Paul. You can join in the online service which we hope will be on the website by Saturday evening. Thanks to Hector, Martin, Art and others who make this possible. Sunday coffee time, 11am: an opportunity to meet up with one another (via zoom) and to share any reflections on the readings and sermon. Ask Helen for the zoom link. Men's Group, Sunday 10.45am: the men's group will meet this Sunday for a short Bible study and an opportunity to share news. Please let us know if you would like to join in. Online Bible Study: The online Bible study will meet on Tuesday 26th January, 7-8.15pm. Please do let me know if you hope to attend so I can work out the breakout rooms. Private Prayer in Church: If you would like to use the church for private prayer, please ring Maria in the office to make a time. Will you come and follow me?
Let us ponder God's call on our own lives and consider what it might mean to follow Christ in these troubling times. I leave you with the words of a well known song: Will you come and follow me if I but call your name?
Will you leave yourself behind if I but call your name?
Will you let the blinded see if I but call your name?
Will you love the 'you' you hide if I but call your name?
Lord, your summons echoes true when you but call my name.
With my love in Christ,
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