Rural presence

Thinking aloud about being a Christian presence in every (rural) community

rural presence

thinking aloud about being a Christian presence in every (rural) community

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A place for some useful resources and creative thinking about rural mission and ministry in the Church of England’s Diocese of Chelmsford.

Keep on walking

April 5, 2020

Today is Palm Sunday. The Church recalls Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It is the first stage of Christ’s journey to the cross. Today we remember his walk from the Mount of Olives down into the city of Jerusalem. It was accompanied by excited crowds, enthusiastically waving palm branches and cheering him on. A few … More Keep on walking

Dawn

March 29, 2020

Guest post from Revd Canon Janet Nicholls – Rural Adviser and Agricultural Chaplain In normal times, I love to see the sun rise and set. This daily ritual (when the timings are manageable!) feeds my soul. I know I’m not alone in this. From the earliest times, people have sensed God in these moments that … More Dawn

Video Conference Calls – How to

March 23, 2020

I recall using video conferencing about 20 years ago and wondering whether it would ever take off . Not only was it very unstable, but more irritatingly the images of your fellow delegates appeared much like those on the moon landings footage. However, now’s the time. Of course, if you live in the country the … More Video Conference Calls – How to

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Some insight into how the Arthur Rank Centre's Germinate Groups programme has worked in the Diocese of Worcester.