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…

I often meet people who don’t feel that they have anything to offer the church in way of gifts and talents; disheartened people who have very little hope and positivity about their role within God’s church. I think its probably human nature to look at others and wish we had their gifts or talents. But…

Easter, that wonderful time of the year when we can remember the sacrifice of Jesus for each of us, and celebrate our risen Saviour all in the same weekend! I remember a few years back in one of my previous churches, having an Easter egg hunt in the service for the children. Before the service,…