Reflection for July 22nd from Nigel PricePart of the gospel reading yesterday included these verses from Mark:“Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” So they went away by themselves in a boat to a solitary place. But many who saw them leaving recognized them and ran on foot from all the towns and got there ahead of them. When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things.” (NIV) Well, your team of writers is taking a well-earned break from these reflections – and there is no way for you to get ahead of us, like those crowds! We will return on Friday 30 August. We all are so grateful for the many kind comments that we have received – the pleasure really is all ours is being able to reach out to you like this. Have a glorious summer and it won’t be long before we are back again in your mailboxes.Lord God, your Son left the riches of heaven and became poor for our sake: when we prosper save us from pride, when we are needy save us from despair, that we may trust in you alone; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Common Worship: Collects and Post Communions, material from which is included here, is copyright © The Archbishops' Council 2000
Christians from across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset will stand in unity seeking Jesus for all those who live across the region. This could be the biggest ever prayer gathering that has taken place here! Come and join us!Appledore, Churchfields car park, by the anchor
