Children matter to Jesus
Jesus said: “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14, NIV.
He called a little child and had him stand among them. And he said: “I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoever welcomes a little child like this in my …
Dear Friends,
Here is this week’s Parish Diary 25th July 2010.
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On a very hot 10th July the Vicarage garden hosted our annual Garden Party. The event was very successful, as many people came along to enjoy the lovely food, people and sun. Despite the hot weather, everybody seemed to enjoy themselves.
During the afternoon, I managed to walk around and talk to some very lovely visitors. Here are some of the comments I would love to share with you.
“A good team effort and we thought it gave people of all ages a chance to come together. We …
Dear Friends,
Here is this week’s Parish Diary 18th July 2010.
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About a year ago I received a letter from the Diocese offering me a sabbatical during 2010; or, rather, 3 months ‘Extended Ministerial Development Leave’. I suspect the extra words are to re-assure the congregation that their incumbent isn’t simply going to swan off for three months, but will actually be undertaking a project intended to develop and enrich his/her ministry.
I believe that the project I shall be working on this autumn should certainly do that, in more ways than one. As some of you know, from time to time …
Photos from Jackie & Kim’s Ordination and Parish Garden Party have been added to the website.
