A time of Thanksgiving, Remembrance and Hope As we enter winter, the days grow shorter and the nights get longer. It can be a difficult and lonely time for many as there are times we would rather stay at home in the warm than go out into the cold and dark to meet people. But…

Seasons of Change and Harvesting Faith As we enter October, and my second month serving as your pastor. I am grateful to everyone for making me so welcome and part of the church family. Welcoming a new pastor involves a season of change and transition. Change and transition is not always easy because it involves…

A New Beginning — God Goes Before us – One Body, One Mission This September marks the beginning of a new chapter in what God is already doing. For me as your new pastor, I have mixed emotions of excitement, fear, uncertainty, and expectation. There is a lot for me to learn, lots of new…

I have been reminded recently about the power of the tongue. James says in his book, in chapter 3:3-6; ‘When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong…

As I’ve walked through parks and driven along our tree‑lined streets this month, I’ve been struck again by the beauty of the horse chestnut trees. Their tall candles of white and pink blossom stand proudly, almost like little celebrations of new life. But as lovely as the flowers are, they are not the end of…