General Chat

Good morning :-)

Walking Day is very much a northern England thing - but it is a dying tradition. This is mainly due to police reluctance to provide support and guidance with the traffic etc. We have permission to walk but we provide our own marshals. Warrington Walks are still going strong I think and are renowned for their immense numbers.

These walks are really walks of witness of our faith whilst the Beating the Bounds stems from acknowledging the parish boundaries of each church. This gave an indication to the parishioners of their responsibilities to their parish church re upkeep and rights of burial etc. Rogation Sunday was often the day used to beat the bounds and people and crops were blessed at the same time. Quite a busy time!

For those who are friends with me on FB I will post a short video of Sunday's walk. There are lots on our church FB page. Please pm if you would like the link to my page. :-D

The visit to the Consultant went well - he was a very nice young chap - is that a sign of my increasing years? :-D He said OH was doing very well...…...he needs to see the effort that goes into keeping him going!!!

For today:

Thinking about Walking Day and witnessing for Jesus – it’s well known that talking about our faith is not always the easiest thing to do. So how do we improve on our witnessing?

Sometimes we think we aren’t smart enough. I found this interesting comment….’ Maybe you've heard this saying: "It's not what you know that counts. It's who you know." Knowing Jesus is what matters. You are smart enough to tell others about Jesus because you have a friendship with him. And the closer you get to him, and the better you know him, the more you'll have to say about him.’ That is so very true.

Lord, help us to come closer to you so that we may know you more and be able to share that knowledge with others. Amen.


Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Needing to be better witnesses for Christ.

Maybe we are shy about talking about Jesus because we don’t want to upset anyone. We’ve all met those ‘in-your-face’ Christians who can be very smug and annoying. This approach to witnessing can put people off and so we keep quiet so as not to upset anyone.

Mind you, sometimes people get upset about faith issues because the truth hurts, and we have to be honest about that. Some of what Jesus taught is very unsettling to those who are set in their ways and don’t want to move on.

Lord, give us the strength to learn more about you so that we can tell others of your love with confidence and kindness. Amen.


Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Maybe we don’t witness because we don’t want to be laughed at or made fun of.

Possibly we are just a bit too sensitive about this. It’s surprising how often people will respect us for our beliefs. They may not understand why we avoid dirty jokes or getting drunk or why we like church.

Maybe we will hear the words ‘religious nut’ or ‘fanatic’, but people often find genuine faith pretty interesting – confusing, but interesting and they will respect you for your strong convictions.

The more we try to live and act like Jesus, we brighten up a dark world and others are often attracted to that light.


Lord, help us to shine like stars in the darkness as we tell others of your love for them. Amen.

Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


So how do we find the confidence to witness….to talk about Jesus to others? There seem to be three common denominators in this :

1. Prayer, prayer and more prayer for those you hope to get the opportunity to speak to.

2. Live a Godly life. We all know our own faults so we need to work hard at improving our lives and attitudes to others. They will, hopefully, see a change in us – a change that comes through Jesus.

3. Take opportunities when the time is right. Don’t force conversations but wait for an opportunity to crop up where you can mention God rather than having a full blown conversation. Softly, softly……..

Lord, we ask you to be with us as we examine our own lives and our attitude towards others. May we get rid of the things which separate us from you and improve our understanding of the faith. Then, we pray, may we have the confidence to find opportunities to speak to others of your great love for them. Amen.

Cx :-)

Always interesting posts Cynthia and they do make
me think.

Sending my thoughts and prayers to those in need x

Good morning :-)


Thank you Emma. <3



Lord, help us to bear Witness to the Truth


God, our Father,
you taught the gospel to all the world
through the preaching of Paul, your apostle.
May we who celebrate his conversion to the faith
follow him in bearing witness to your truth.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. AMEN


Love, Cx :-)

Hello all

I am still coping with ongoing daily challenges. Life is so different now but life is still very precious. Not as good as it was just very hard and challenging each and every day.

"Peace starts with a smile", words from Mother Teresa of Calcutta.

Sending a cyber smile to all who are struggling with today. xxx

Good morning :-)

Lovely to hear from you kandj and I am sure you are still remembered in people's prayers as you bravely struggle on. <3


The Collect (special prayer) for today

Almighty God, you have broken the tyranny of sin
and have sent the Spirit of your Son into our hearts
whereby we call you Father:
give us grace to dedicate our freedom to your service,
that we and all creation may be brought to the glorious liberty
of the children of God;
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Gospel reading for today tells the story of the mustard seed - that tiny, tiny seed which produces such a large tree.

Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Most people have heard of Winnie-the-pooh and Piglet - so a few days of relaxing with them.

"How do you spell 'love'? - Piglet

"You don't spell it, you feel it". - Pooh


Lord, we pray for those who are struggling with various things – help us to help them feel your love surrounding and protecting them. Amen.


Cx :-)

I have been reading the posts but had nothing to add for a few days. Thank you as always Cynthia for continuing to post. It must sometimes seem as though you are talking to yourself, but we are here.

Lovely to see you on a couple of the threads Kandj . Just carry on taking things at your own pace. There is a Maya Angelou quote I like “No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.”

I love your Winnie the Pooh quote Cynthia, and it seems very relevant to me just now. Tonight we are going to a restaurant for a family meal to celebrate the 21st birthday tomorrow of our eldest granddaughter and I know how blessed I am to have a family that "feels love". My thoughts therefore are with those whose relationships are problematic or who have no family to share the love.

Good morning :-)

Congratulations to your granddaughter on her 21st birthday Vera. How lovely to be 21.....with life stretching ahead of you.... <3


You’re braver than you believe
And stronger than you seem,
And smarter than you think. – Christopher Robin.


Lord, we pray for those who feel undervalued; for those who feel useless and for those who feel defeated by life. Help us to encourage and uplift those whose spirits are low so that they may know that you love and value them so much. Amen.


Cx :-)

Good morning everyone :-)


A thought from Winnie-the-Pooh


"We’ll be friends forever won’t we Pooh?" asked Piglet

"Even longer" answered Pooh


Lord, help us to remember that, when we feel lost and alone, you are always with us – forever and even longer. Amen.


Cx :-)

I like this one

“Just because an animal is large, it doesn't mean he doesn't want kindness; however big Tigger seems to be, remember that he wants as much kindness as Roo.”


Something to remember in everyday life. :-)

Good morning :-)


Thanks Pat - there are some beauties aren't there? :-D


Another one for today :

Winnie-the-Pooh "You can’t stay in your corner of the forest waiting for others to come to you, you have to go to them sometimes".

Lord help us as we seek to do your will – give us the courage and strength to reach out to others in your name. Amen.


Cx :-)

Good morning. I wonder if, please, you would mind posting in the following at the appropriate time?
Thank you.


https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_chat/thread/979039
Christmas Carols, songs, poems, please add

https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/general_chat/thread/1141728
Christ has died
Christ has risen


For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.


“You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”

“Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day.”

https://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/1225592-winnie-the-pooh

:)

Good morning :-)

Hello Joy, I will do my best to remember - please give me a nudge :-D


Some more wisdom from dear old Winnie-the-Pooh...

”Love is taking a few steps backward maybe even more…to give way to the happiness of the person you love.”


Lord, help us to put our own desires and wishes to one side as we share your love with others. Amen.



Cx :-)

Who doesn't love Winnie-the-Pooh such a clever bear.

My thoughts and prayers for those who are finding it
difficult to get through the day x

“It is more fun to talk with someone who doesn't use long, difficult words but rather short, easy words like "What about lunch?"”




May all I do today begin with you, O Lord.
Plant dreams and hopes within my soul,
revive my tired spirit:
be with me today.

May all I do today continue with your help, O Lord.
Be at my side and walk with me:
Be my support today.

May all I do today reach far and wide, O Lord.
My thoughts, my work, my life:
make them blessings for your kingdom;
let them go beyond today,

O God Today is new unlike any other day,
for God makes each day different.
Today God's everyday grace falls on my soul like abundant seed,
though I may hardly see it.

Today is one of those days Jesus promised to be with me,
a companion on my journey,
And my life today, if I trust him,
has consequences unseen.
My life has a purpose.

"I have a mission...
"I am a link in a chain,
a bond of connection between persons.
God has not created me for naught...
Therefore I will trust him.
Whatever, wherever I am, I can never be thrown away.
God does nothing in vain.

"He knows what he is about."

(Author: J. H. Newman)

Good morning :-)

Thank you Joy. Yes, Winnie is a clever old bear...…. :-)


"If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together,
Keep me in your heart, I will stay there forever".


Lord, we think of those who are sad because of the loss of a loved one. Surround them with your love and bring them peace. Amen.


Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Today is the Feast Day of St. John the Baptist.

Almighty God, by whose providence your servant John the Baptist was wonderfully born, and sent to prepare the way of your Son our Saviour by the preaching of repentance: lead us to repent according to his preaching, and after his example constantly to speak the truth, boldly to rebuke vice, and patiently to suffer for the truth's sake; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.


Its going to be a glorious day!


Cx :-)