Parish News December 2020

Although our church buildings are now closed again for public worship, they remain open for private prayer, and the church will continue to meet to worship online. This time, the bishops of the Church of England and leaders of other faiths have endorsed a public letter strongly protesting about the closure of church buildings for public worship. Our acts of service to the wider community are energised by the practice of our faith; receiving the sacraments are not just another 'leisure activity', they're how Christians are sustained in the spiritual journey. Our public acts of worship are a communal good.

Bishop Richard calls us to pray at 6pm every evening, but especially on Thursdays. You might want to join in online prayers led by the Archdeacon of Hereford at 6pm on Thursday evenings. To register, please follow this link.

Bishop Richard concludes by reminding us that: "We have the hope of the glorious, life-transforming Gospel, and that is unaffected by Government regulations!"

Remembrance

4 Nov 2020 • From Elizabeth, our Vicar

Beneath this stone rests the body of a British warrior, unknown by name or rank, brought from France to lie among the most illustrious of the land ….. to commemorate the many multitudes who gave the most that man can give, life itself ….. for the sacred cause of justice and the freedom of the world.

Iona service for All Saints Sunday 1st November

30 Oct 2020 • From Elizabeth, our Vicar

All Saint's Day - St Seraphim of Sarov shows us wisdom and saintliness.

Re-connecting with young people

29 Oct 2020 • From Bishop Richard Jackson

In this week's video, Bishop Richard recounts his visit to Hereford Sixth Form College and reflects on how we can reconnect, engage and encourage young people to be a part of the church's ministry.