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Unfolding purposes…

…the unfolding purposes of God, forever at work in ourselves and the world. Morning Service from the Iona Abbey Worship Book One of the benefits of lockdown has been that our church has done Zoom Morning Prayer every weekday. One … Continue reading

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Once should be enough.

I was woken early again today by little voices.  When I went into the boys’ room, they were both in one bed, and they were being very awake, not very asleep.  This is Against The Rules.  The Rules have been … Continue reading

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We’re waiting…

Over the last few days, we’ve had a heatwave (apparently … it’s a matter perspective, but that’s another story!). Something that’s amused me every time it’s mentioned is that, as we’re repeatedly told, this is the longest heatwave for seven … Continue reading

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And I want it now.

Walking through Sainsburys today, I passed some blokes mag that promised me ’18 day abs’, or some such thing.  Now, I’ve never managed to have abs that last quite that long… I reckon in my youth I might have had … Continue reading

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To be honest…

I just don’t want to wait. Yesterday, I spent over 40 minutes waiting for something which then didn’t happen.  It was frustrating. I don’t think I’m being unreasonable – it’s not like I want it all.  But I do want … Continue reading

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#standorfall #patience

Right, so last week went ok.  Not brilliantly, but ok. This week, I’m straying away from the traditional Spiritual Disciplines.  I’m straying for a good reason – I need to be more patient, and I need it now.  (Yes, I … Continue reading

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