Dear All,

I return to a simple pattern this week – things for which I am thankful.
First, I am deeply thankful for the pile of Time & Talent sheets on the vestry desk. What a tangible picture of the commitment people feel to this church and its work, to the idea of cherishing and spreading the light of Christ in this community. To be among so many faithful people is a treasure, and one which I will do my best to cherish. Thank you all. (If you would still like to tell us how you feel called to join in, it’s not too late! See below).

Second, I have been blessed by several conversations this week; ones I had scheduled, ones that came out of the blue, ones that seemed like too much of a coincidence to be a coincidence, and ones where I was encouraged...
There really are few things more uplifting than connection.

Thirdly, spring is springing! It might be twee, but I am delighting in the encroaching blossoms and bulbs. Daffs are up, tulips won’t be far behind!

Finally, LLF has been great so far. Exploring issues of sexuality and identity is often tricky, but the space to do so with grace and space at church has been welcomed by those of us who have gathered there.

Until next time, God bless you all,
Rob

Time & Talent
Thank you to everyone who took time to complete their ‘Time & Talent’ forms.
The team will be following up your leads soon – bear with us!
If you don’t hear from us for a week or so, rest assured we haven’t forgotten about you. There’s still chance to get involved. You can download a copy of the form from here.

Mothering Sunday Services
We invite you to join us at 9am or 11am tomorrow as we celebrate & reflect on the special people in our lives.

Messy Church
Bookings are now open for our next Messy Church which is on Saturday 2nd April in Church 3-4:30pm. Join us and enjoy crafts and activities on the theme of Palm Sunday & Easter. Please contact the [email protected] to book.

Living in Love & Faith
The meetings in church on Tuesday nights is pausing for a few weeks.
We’ll be back in Church on 19th & 26th April at 7pm.
Small groups are continuing at their own pace.

An Hour Of Quiet
Is also taking a break, and will be back after Easter on Mondays, resuming on 25th April at 12pm.

Communion Course
Coming soon! For more information, please contact Brenda Pickard ([email protected]).

Confirmation Course
Our next confirmation course is planned for September.
If you're interested, please contact Rob ([email protected]).