General Chat

Thank you for those words Cynthia.

As you say, these are turbulent and disturbing times but kindness and charity can still be found. Our local paper has reported that more than a dozen local businesses have offered free or discounted goods and services to the former staff of our branch of Thomas Cook and others have offered to help them find alternative employment. I find it encouraging that people in the community still care when others have problems :-)

Morning all <3

Vera so pleased that things have gotten better for you're husband
and yourself.
How beautiful to visit the Glass Church what a wonderful thing to see.

Thank you Cynthia for those words x

Good morning :-)

Baby Connie is just beautiful... <3 A church made of glass? Certainly that is different Vera and something to google in a minute. Imagine trying to keep it clean...avoid damage.....arrghhh. Then think of the sunrays shining through. It must be beautiful in sunlight. So pleased you have managed to have a few days break and that hubby was well enough to enjoy it.

In these turbulent political times.....something to remember...

God is above you - to bless you,
below you - to support you,
before you - to guide you,
behind you - to protect you,
beside you - to comfort you and
within you - to sustain you.


Cx :-)

Good evening all

Connie looks a little ray of sunshine Emma. It’s a joy to see that happy smile after all her problems.

Thank you for enquiring about me Kandj. We have been to Jersey for a few days with a group of friends and though I haven’t posted I have managed to look in every day. I feel very blessed that OH has made such an amazing recovery that we were able to get out and about and enjoy the break.

On Jersey we visited a little church known as the Glass Church. Jesse Boot, founder of Boots the Chemist, married a girl from Jersey and had a home there. This was his local church. When he died his widow asked Rene Lalique, who was a friend, to refurbish the church in Mr Boot’s memory. Much of the interior of this church, including the altar and font, panelling and ornamentation, is in Lalique glass. It is certainly different.

We also looked into a Catholic church as we were passing by and that was also an unexpected treasure with some beautiful stained glass. We are so lucky to have these lovely places of worship.

For us it has been a very happy few days and so tonight my thoughts are with those who are not so fortunate and who do not have the means or opportunity to lead such a blessed and happy life.

EDIT. I forgot to mention that I have also been to the shrine at Walsingham. I was surprised to find the Russian Orthodox Church in the village there.

Hello good morning :-D <3 Yesterday evening those political partys in

opposition to the Conservatives had the opportunity to call for a general

election, they did not. And in the US the antipathy toward President Trump

will not guarantee his impeachment, he may even get a second term.

Good morning :-)


As for the two leaders mentioned by David - methinks they both need a lesson in truth and honesty.

Lord God,
keep in me a sense of humour and the ability to laugh at myself. Lead me always to be positive, looking for the best in people and in situations. Each day and in every way may I grow in the love of the Father and the presence of the Son, and the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Cx :-)

Hello all,

Yes kandj that is Connie, always smiling.

To all in need of comfort and prayer x

Hello all

The Walsingham link did indeed bring back many lovely memories Cynthia. Thank you

Where is Vera? I hope all is well with her and her OH/family today.

Emma, is that Connie on your Avatar, she is a beautiful smiley little baby.

David, it remains to be seen what will happen to our PM and USA President, but they are both causing great concerns for us all.

Heavenly Father, we pray for all world leaders, that they might make just decisions and use their power wisely, so that everyone may receive a fair deal and that peace may prevail in the world. Amen.

Hello, good morning :-D <3

It's looking like the US President and the UK PM in real danger of being ousted.

Good morning :-)

It's been a while since I saw that poem Emma - and how true it is. Thanks.

Glad you enjoyed the link kandj - I guess it brought back lots of happy memories.

So sad about the Thomas Cook scenario and the devastation it is causing in people's lives. :-(


So much turmoil at Westminster......so much instability across the world, and yet so much to still be thankful for.

MORNING PRAYER:
Lord, let me feel your hope
Rising with the dawn.
Let me hear your love
Dancing through the birdsong.
Let me see your promises
held in the beauty of creation.
Lord, as I greet this new day
I turn my face to yours
in thanks and praise.
Amen

Cx :-)

Hello all

I have visited the Anglican and also the Catholic Shine (with my Catholic friends) in Walsingham and loved the spirituality of both places. Thanks for the link Cynthia.

Emma, these words aren't good to read, a real concern for all our young ones today.

Thinking today of all the people who are affected by the Thomas Cooke travel chaos.

Saw this on FB this morning and thought about the
problems that children are having to deal with in these times.

Mary had a little lamb.

Mary had a little lamb,
His fleece was white as snow.
And everywhere that Mary went,
The lamb was sure to go.
He followed her to school each day,
Twasn't even in the rules.
He made the children laugh and play,
To have a lamb at school.
And then the rules all changed one day,
Illegal it became;
To bring the Lamb of God to school,
Or even speak his Name.
Everyday got worse and worse,
And days turned into years.
Instead of hearing children laugh,
We heard gun shots and tears.
What must we do to stop the crime,
That's in our schools today?
Let's let the lamb come back to school,
And teach our kids to pray! <3

Good morning :-)

You can find out some interesting things on dear old Google. For instance, I saw that today is the Feast day of Our Lady of Walsingham. I have heard about the Anglican Shrine at Walsingham, but have never visited…..so I googled. Here is the link for anyone who is interested. I found it very calming and informative.

https://www.walsinghamanglican.org.uk/


My Lord God,
I have no idea where I am going.
I do not see the road ahead of me.
I cannot know for certain where it will end....
Nor do I really know myself,
and the fact that I think I am following your will
does not mean that I am actually doing so.
But I believe that the desire to please you,
does in fact please you.
And I hope I have that desire in all that I am doing.
I hope that I will never do anything apart from that desire.
And I know that if I do this,
You will lead me by the right road, though
I may know nothing about it.
Therefore, will I trust you always though
I may seem lost in the shadow of death.
I will not fear, for you are ever with me,
and you will never leave me to face my perils alone
- Thomas Merton (1915-68)


Cx :-)

Good morning Cynthia, Emma and all :-D <3

The 115 Cardinals show their choice of successor to Benedict XVI

https://youtu.be/aL_bT8WG3Hw

Good morning :-)

My word, I never know what the subject is going to be when I come on here....keeps me on my toes though! :-D


Thoughts and prayers for those who are affected by the collapse of the Thomas Cook company - especially those who have lost their jobs. :-(


Always ready for quirky facts…….yesterday marked the anniversary in 1735 of Number 10 Downing Street becoming the residence for British Prime Ministers. You really wanted to know that didn’t you?


God our Father,
we pray for all who are in positions of leadership in our country, that they may be inspired by the values of the Gospel.
We pray that they may live as people of integrity and honesty, growing in a sense of duty and responsibility, always being aware of the needy, and ready to be of service to others. Amen.

Cx :-)

Good morning Cynthia and Emma and others :-D <3 <3

I have for you the Papal Conclave of 115 Cardinals that voted in secret behind

locked sealed doors, after all of the 155 Cardinals individually swearing an oath

before the altar, before the remainder of those present out (Extra Ominus)

Benedict XV1's successor then being a Cardinal.

https://youtu.be/m5kuGnvuGGI

Good morning :-)

I think there are conflicting thoughts about how much Moses actually wrote David....depends where you get your info from I guess. :-D


I'm glad the small postings from The Hermitage went down well - I may use some n the future - now and again :-D


Today is Harvest Festival at our church and the weather is awful - it's pouring with rain and really grey. Never mind, the loyal, faithful and committed folk will turn up.

TODAY IS HARVEST FESTIVAL…..we thank God for all His goodness to us (including the rain!)

The Collect (special prayer) for today:

Eternal God,
you crown the year with your goodness
and you give us the fruits of the earth in their season:
grant that we may use them to your glory,
for the relief of those in need and for our own well-being;
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Gospel reading is from Luke – Jesus sends out the 72.

Cx :-)

Hello all

Another interesting theme based on the Hermitage this week, Cynthia. Thank you.

David, I personally much prefer the NT readings as I can't always keep up or remember who "begat" whom in the OT.

Emma, apologies. I hope that your Gt Granddaughter Connie keeps doing well.
I have recorded Inside the Vatican and have yet to watch it. There is a second and final part next Friday evening too.

May God's blessings rest upon us all today.

May His peace be with us and His joy fill all our hearts.

Amen.

Thank you for the morning prayer Cynthia.

Have just watched Inside the Vatican which my husband
recorded for me on BBC2 Friday 9pm.
Although I am not a catholic I enjoyed this programme, for
anyone who may be interested it is on again next week.

My prayers for those in hospital and the staff who look after them.

Good morning Cynthia and other :-D <3

It is said Moses was raised and educated by the Egyptians

therefore he wrote much of the early part of the OT