Take some time out from your day in this relaxed space for peaceful prayer & reflection, beginning on Wednesday 9th September. Everybody welcomed and affirmed, whoever you are, whatever you believe or don’t believe. 12 noon – 12.30pm at St.…
What would we like to do? We’d like to build on what we already do, to grow in faith, in compassion, and in number. We’d like to make our building more accessible and flexible, without losing its beauty. What…
“For my part, I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of stars makes me dream” Vincent Van Gough I’m a perpetual dreamer; I always have been. At school I was often told to “wake up”, as I drifted…
What is the Church? That might seem like an odd question to ask, but the Church can be many things. It can be a place to worship, to pray, to meet with people or even to a place to find…
We had a joyful service at Oakham on Wednesday for the admission of Church Wardens, who are elected every year and have primary responsibility for the upkeep of our Churches. The service was conducted by our Archdeacon, Revd Canon Alison…
I’ve had a lot of nice comments about last week’s Pet Service, many of them from people who don’t usually attend St. Mary’s. I hope that this Sunday’s Pet Service in Tinwell also manages to reach people we don’t often…
This Sunday, some of us will be attending the Pet Service at St. Mary’s, others will be at the Communion & Memorial Service at All Saints, perhaps you’re on holiday and will be walking in the open air instead. The…
Grace finds goodness in everything (Bono – U2) Grace is probably my favourite religious word. If there’s anything that the world needs more of, it’s grace. It can be difficult to be gracious and very easy to hold a grudge,…
Blimey, it’s hot!!!!! You might have noticed this. So, all the usual advice, stay cool, stay hydrated, and perhaps go for a paddle, like Humphrey here. The sun is a great blessing, essential for life. But this great heat is…
In July, we’ll be thanking God for our Pets, and all God’s creatures. All are welcome to our service for all ages and all species. Please come along with (or without) your furry friends. Both our Churches will be joining…
