A space to contemplate…
In the second week of our photography challenge I was aiming to see the world through God's lens - I often try this prayerfully, and get captivated by small details, rather than overly concerned with aspects which frustrate or dishearten me...my heart has been absolutely gladdened by the simple things this week!
Patterns of nature I have been really struck by the simplicity of the natural world as I have watched ducklings, goslings and now cygnets venture out on the water not long after hatching. They soon follow the lead of their parents in feeding and cleaning themselves. It is truly lovely to watch. I have been... Continue Reading →
The comfortable security gently draws me in. The old leather arm chair sits in the corner waiting to envelope, to take me home, back to a time and place which no longer exists with the charm and charisma of wonderful nostalgia. The leather smell releases as I sink deep into the chair which empowers the... Continue Reading →
#444 As part of #eveningprayer this evening we were invited to #symbolise giving our #sorrows and #joys to God by releasing stones to represent our sorrows and petals to represent our joys. The stones sink in the water, in the same way that God envelops and surrounds them for us and with us. Equally the... Continue Reading →
#344 It's funny how people who have recently been bereaved find comfort in the presence of something their loved one liked or admired. We met this beautiful #robin yesterday who danced around us for a good few minutes, and was just lovely. #godinnature #presenceofgod
#216 The #comfort of the #presenceofgod was hugely over-powering during this worship. With Rachmaninoff Vespers playing, incense burning, the opportunity to light candles, or just sit and pray the atmosphere was immense! Thank you for #inspirationalcolleagues (at Cuddesdon)
#44 #home and #comfort are perhaps things that we have come to take for granted in some parts of the world. Yesterday was a bit of a chilly day and I spent much of the day on the sofa reading. I felt comfortable, safe and secure, as I pray many of us do at home.... Continue Reading →
Tea and Theology 