WELCOME TO ST MARY'S AND ALL SOULS
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Ready Steady Grow Pre-School |
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Take a look at the churches in the Benefice from the air |
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St Mary's and All Souls Services We will post any revisions to services here and on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/StMarysAndAllSouls |
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St Mary's and All Souls latest Newsletter |
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PCC Papers You can now download minutes and other PCC documents from the PCC page |
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Food Bank latest needs: https://bromleyborough.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-food/ *PLEASE DON'T SEND US FROZEN OR CHILLED ITEMS AS WE DON'T HAVE THE CORRECT STORAGE FOR IT AND IT SPOILS BEFORE WE CAN DISTRIBUTE IT* WE'VE GOT PLENTY OF PASTA, CEREAL & BISCUITS
Thank you!
Judith Simmonds will be taking the Parish contributions towards the end of the month so please drop your donations into our box in the porch before then. |
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The Church Of England Daily Prayer |
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Karen Harcombe writes:
The school holidays are now in full swing and many of us will be taking a break from work too, whether we go away or not. Even if our life isn’t dictated by school terms, the summer can be a time to slow down a little, especially with the very hot weather we’ve had this year. Taking a break from our usual routines of life is important for recharging our batteries, bringing refreshment and renewed energy for life’s opportunities and challenges, however big or small. As we rest and reflect, there are a couple of well-known Bible verses that are especially helpful;
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7 NLT)
These verses offer us a way of responding to life’s challenges. We all experience difficulties at times, but it is so reassuring to know that we can direct our concerns to God. “Pray about everything” means that there is no issue that is too small or too overwhelming to bring before Him. God’s peace flows from our relationship with Him and a confidence that we are loved, cared for and never alone. What better way is there to refresh, than to be still before God and unburden ourselves of our responsibilities and worries, not forgetting to thank Him too for our blessings and then to take rest in His presence….
The next verse is from Jeremiah: For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV). This promise reminds us to trust that God has a purpose for each day that brings encouragement to our hopes and plans going forward.
Hope gives us the courage to keep trying when things become difficult and to believe that every challenge, whether good or bad, is an opportunity to grow in wisdom, character, and faith. We are reminded that we are never alone; Jesus walks with us wherever we go and if we let him, he shares the weight of our burdens.
Prayer is an act of trust that acknowledges that God is present in every situation guarding our hearts and minds and protecting us from being overwhelmed by life’s busyness and challenges. So, as you look to take a break this summer, make prayer as important as that book, day out or holiday away.
As August leads us towards the Autumn, let us place our trust in God. May we be people who bring hope, encouragement, and love to those around us as a result of our resting in Him. With Jesus as our guide, we can face each new day with renewed zest, knowing that His grace is sufficient and His love never fails.
Karen Harcombe
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