News from Arlesey Methodist Church

News from Arlesey Methodist Chapel

Loved and important.

22nd February is Ash Wednesday. It marks a the beginning of the Christian observation of Lent, a time of fasting for some, of repentance for others, and for the taking on of challenges. Some people will abstain from chocolate, or social media or something else that they think might be distracting them from following Jesus.

Others will be challenging themselves by committing to be creative every day, or read something out of their comfort zone. Some campaigns will challenge people to live without their car or plastic or another thing that’s hurting the planet.

To me, that last challenge is getting nearer to what’s important about faith. It shows that there’s more than a random reason for our world’s existence. We don’t have to deny science and history to believe that our planet is loved by God, and that it’s important to look after it and the people and life that inhabit it. In fact both science and history testify that some radical repentance is in order. I’m unsure what I will do differently for those six weeks from Ash Wednesday to Holy Week, but hopefully I’ll understand something more about this place we all share, and of my place in it.

Graham

The Well Coffee Stop welcomes all every Friday afternoon between 2-4pm at Arlesey Methodist Chapel. The team include creative elements for you to look at or try out. Come and enjoy some free refreshments and a friendly atmosphere. Call 07747042239 for more information.

Revd. Graham 07340 857386 Graham.Claydon-Knights@methodist.org.uk

WALKS FOR HEALTH

Would you like to join a friendly local group for a weekly local walk? Walks start at 10.45am

Meeting points for February:

2nd, 9th & 16th Arlesey Station 23rd Etonbury Wood (entrance by the school.)

For details contact Beth Overfield 01462 815672