VOCATIONAL WELLBEING Sunday 21 March Living on purpose We are born on purpose and for a purpose! Being clear on our reason for being is important for our wellbeing. There is a general and specific ‘calling’ (the English word for vocation) – an overall life purpose that is common to all, and a specific pathway […]
Today is the last part of The Wellbeing Journey. We will explore vocational wellbeing. We will also pause and reflect on nearly one year since the first lockdown started. Edda and Christoph will be leading the service live from the Rectory. Join us for Church Coffee on Zoom afterwards. All links can be found below. […]
Saturday 20 March Reconciliation Often forgiveness is a step towards something greater: relational reconciliation. “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone” (Romans 12.18). However, as this verse implies, relational reconciliation isn’t always possible. Sometimes the other person isn’t interested. In some cases (like when a person […]
ather we thank you this beautiful morning for the gift of Life, for persevering us through the night, we say thank you Jesus for a new day that you have graciously brought us into. Forgive all our shortcomings, Cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Oh Lord we commit all of our activities today into your able […]
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Friday 19 March The journey of forgiveness Studies have shown that forgiveness improves mental health and relationships, increases self-esteem and lowers anxiety and depression. “Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.” (Matthew 6.12) Our unwillingness to forgive can have a devastating impact on our relationship with God and can lead […]
Have you got your census letter? The census is coming, and it’s about you. Without the information you share, it’d be more difficult to understand our community’s needs and to plan for the future. By taking part, you will help inform decisions about the services you and your community need, like doctors’ surgeries and […]
Thursday 18 March Loving others Putting others first is at the heart of healthy relationships! As Christians we have Jesus as a model – the most unselfish person who ever lived, who gave his life so we can receive the extravagant love of God the Father. As we grow in knowing this deep love […]
Wednesday 17 March Growing in relational health Dr John Townsend suggests that there are three types of relationships that energise us: COACHES, COMRADES (such as family members and friends who provide mutual growth and support), CASUALS (low commitment, but enjoyable relationships). We need enough people in these three categories to give us the energy for […]
Tuesday 16 March Levels of Connection Not all relationships are or should be on the same level. We have four spaces for relationships: an intimate space for close friends and family, a personal space for conversations with friends, a social space for acquaintances, and a public space. These circles of connection can be seen in […]
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