General Chat

Good morning :-)

A bit late but I am expecting visitors and have been busy......... :-D


Lovely to see you kandj and I'm so glad you have had such a special time with your daughter and granddaughter. It will have done you all good hopefully. <3

A prayer for hope.

Almighty God,
You reach into the darkness with hope, truth and light.
Stretch out your strong hand in this situation, hold and rescue those who have suffered.
Let your almighty love move mountains, cross seas and breathe life into the darkest places.
Light that redeems.
Light that restores.
Light that heals.
Light that protects.
Light that saves.
There is nothing higher, stronger or greater than your love.
We trust in you. Amen.


Love to all Cx

Hello all

Amen to your prayer for today Cynthia.

I have just waved our daughter H and granddaughter K off back to Durham. We have had a special girly weekend together. I feel blessed to be loved and supported by our family. Of course we all missed Hubby/Dad/Grandpa this weekend but shared hugs.

Thinking of all who feel upset or sad this Mothering Sunday.... ((hugs)) to all in need.

Good morning :-)


Today is Mothering Sunday - the day when we remember our mothers or, maybe, those who have mothered us. Included in this thinking is 'Mother church', the place where so many find comfort and peace.

A prayer for Mother's Day:
Thank you God that you love each one of us.
Thank you for homes and help those who don't feel safe today.
Thank you God for all the people who work to take care of us every day.
Keep us close to your love each day.
Amen.

Cx :-)

Thoughts and prayers for those in need of comfort x

Good morning :-)

For today :

Father, we are praying for our family and friends who are anxious over many things.

Keep their minds steadfast in trusting You, and give them Your perfect peace. May they turn to the Lord of Peace who will give them peace at all times, in every way. (Isaiah 26:3; 2 Thessalonians 3:16)

Help them leave every worry at Your feet where it belongs.
In Jesus' name, Amen.


Cynthia :-)

Good morning :-)


Such a hard day for Fly yesterday - I hope all went as well as it could do. xx

Good to see you kandj, do please keep in touch with us. <3


For today :

Father, I'm praying that my circle of family and friends will be free from worry...

Help them not to be anxious about anything but to pray about everything with thanksgiving—for when they do, You'll give them Your peace that surpasses their understanding, and such peace guards their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6–7)


Cx :-)

Hello all

Such a heartbreaking day for Fly today. Sending (((hugs))) her way right now.

Have stopped feeling sickly after more than a week. Horrible feeling!!

Sending blessings to all who are feeling lost and alone today xxx

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
may looking back in memory comfort you tomorrow.


<3 Fly <3

Thinking of Fly this morning, it's the funeral of her OH.

(((((hugs))))) <3 <3 Fly

Good morning :-)

Father, I'm praying that my circle of family and friends will be free from worry...

Keep them from worrying about tomorrow, for each day has enough trouble of its own. When such trouble comes, help them to cast all their anxiety on Christ because He cares for them. (Matthew 6:34; 1 Peter 5:7)


Love to all Cx :-)

Good morning :-)

To Be Free From Worry

Father, I'm praying that my circle of family and friends will be free from worry...

Help them not worry when things don't go the way they expect. Jesus said we're not to fret, not to worry, not to let our hearts be troubled or afraid. He said we're to trust in You— and also in Him. May it be so in their lives and ministry, no matter how impossible things seem. (John 14:1, 27b)



Cx :-)

Good morning :-)

Poor kandj, sorry that you are not feeling well - hope it soon passes and that you recover quickly. <3


For all those who are going through anxious times at the moment.

Do not be anxious, said our Lord.
Have peace from day to day -
The lilies neither toil nor spin,
Yet none are clothed as they.
The meadowlark with sweetest song
Fears not for bread or nest
Because he trusts our Father's love
And God knows what is best.
~ Helen Steiner Rice ~



Cx :-)

Kandj I hope you get better soon x

For all who need a ((((hug)))) <3

Hello all

Not read back just popping in hoping everyone has survived the cold weather.

I have had a sickky bug since last Tuesday. No idea where it came from but it's not nice at all. I feel drained with no energy and have weak and wobbly legs. I could well have done without it and I miss lovely hubby so much even though he wouldn't have been able to do anything , he would have spoken kindly and given me a cuddle.

Thinking of all who are alone and feeling unwell today. xxx

Good morning :-)

Thank you for that recommendation Elizabeth - lovely to see you.

So sorry to hear about the death of your friend Emma <3 I remember that last year, I had been to about 4 funerals before the end of March and could have gone to more. I think it's very much a case of 'In the midst of life we are in death'.

For today :

In the bible reading from today’s page in the Lent study book, we hear the story of how Jesus healed a man who was deaf.

Throughout the bible we read of Jesus making a difference to people’s lives. He treated each person as an individual.

God cares for each of us individually and wants to meet our deepest needs

Heavenly Father, I am so glad that you know me and love me anyway. Help me to accept other people and to show them what Jesus is like. Amen.


Cx :-)

Dear All

Hello

To continue reading in the Lent season:

"PRAYERS FOR THE DOMESTIC CHURCH"

by Edward Hays

Mr Hays offers a collection of blessings for special occasions of all kinds,
including birthdays, engagements, gardens and pets.

Gentle reading and inspiration.

Take gentle care
Best wishes
Elizabeth, EOS
xx

Thank you Cynthia.. Same every winter RA aches and pain x

Another friend of mine has passed away, it seems never ending
at this time of year, to be expected when one gets older.

My thoughts and prayers to those in need of comfort x

Good morning :-)


Made it! Still taking ages to get on here :-(



The Collect (special prayer) set for today
Almighty God,
whose most dear Son went not up to joy but first he suffered pain,
and entered not into glory before he was crucified:
mercifully grant that we, walking in the way of the cross,
may find it none other than the way of life and peace;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.

The Gospel set for today tells of Jesus throwing the money changers out of the temple.


Hope Emma is feeling better and that kandj is coping <3

Cx :-)

Good morning :-)

Made it on here quite easily this morning and..............we are warm! The central heating has stayed on all night so I am not rushing around with blankets and cups of tea etc :-D

Being so cold has made me even more aware of those who do not have heat or shelter......

Winter Prayer

Let us huddle together this morning,
our community a place of warmth in our lives
as we share the flame of hope and connection.

Let us allow the frost of isolation and bitterness to melt away
as we open ourselves to a sense of peace and spirit.

We extend our thoughts to all those who are cold this morning,
lacking shelter or love to keep them warm.

Let us wrap our prayers around them and each other like scarves,
and wish each other safe journeys through the storm.

May we be insulated from fear as the earth is insulated by the snow,
And, like bulbs, may we continue to grow and open inside, despite the cold,
Ready for the spring, to stretch and grow towards justice.

Amen


Love to all Cx :-)

Cynthia as long as you are all well, hopefully
you are all cosy now :-)

My thoughts and prayers to those who are in need.