Journeys of Life in 2012
"One's destination is never a place,
but a new way of seeing things."
Henry Miller
Many aspects of our lives can be likened to a journey. In some of these, it's a journey over which we have a fair amount of control. We can choose the destination. Our effort and energy determine progress. For these parts of our life, it's worth regularly pausing to reflect: Where are we heading? Do we need to adjust course? What can help along the way?
In other parts of our life, however, it feels that we are on a journey we didn't choose, or which we don't control. This can be challenging. What can sustain us? With what attitude will we travel this journey?
We have designed a broad range of events and activities for 2012 that explore the theme of "Journeys of Life". Some events are active, some more reflective. Some have an obvious spiritual theme, but others don't. Our hope is that you will find some or all of these events helpful, enjoyable and stimulating.
Please take a moment to look at what is on offer and start to plan your journey through the year - which events you would like to attend, which you would like to encourage your family and friends to attend and, perhaps, which ones you would like to help make happen.
Sunday 12 Feb 2012 11.30am | 1. Benedict Bear is commissioned Benedict Bear loves to travel and share stories of his adventures with his friends from St. Benedict’s Church and the local community. At our 11.30am Thirty Minute Church, he will be commissioned to go out into the parish and beyond with church and community members. Borrowers will be asked to report back on Benedict’s travels and adventures. Benedict Bear's stories will be published on his page on this webste. |
Sunday 19 Feb 2012 10am | 2. Rev’d Steve Benoy – Diocesan Director of Ordinands During the 10am Holy Communion service, Steve will talk to us about personal journeys of faith and calling. |
March 2012 | 3. Board Games Afternoon An afternoon of traditional family board games that reflect the theme of “journeys”. Refreshments will be included. The date for this event will be published in due course. |
Wednesday 4 April 2012 6.30pm | 4. Prayer Labyrinth A prayer labyrinth will be laid out in church and available to use between 6.30pm and 8.30pm. It will help us reflect on the events of Holy Week. |
Friday 6 Apr 2012 10am | 5. Good Friday Morning Service A morning of activities and worship for families with young children designed around the story of Holy Week and Easter. |
Sunday 13 May 2012 11.30am | 6. “Road to Emmaus” Short Play During the 11.30am Thirty Minute Church service, a short humorous play will be performed on the Road to Emmaus story. Come and gain a deeper understanding of the events of Easter. |
Saturday 26 May 2012 | 7. World Food Evening As the name suggests, there will be a wide variety of foods from around the world on offer. The event will take place early evening, so that all ages can join in and enjoy the food, games and entertainment. |
Saturday 16 Jun 2012 2pm | 8. Summer Fete Our annual summer fete will reflect the theme of journeys of life. In addition to the stalls and refreshments, there will be lots of activities to take part in. |
Sunday 23 Sep 2012 11.30am | 9. Litter Pick & Barbecue The event will start with a litter pick in the Hunsbury Hill Country Park. Afterwards, it will be time for the barbecue and then games and a guided walk through the park. |
Wednesday 24 Oct 2012 7.30pm | 10. Journey through space – An illustrated talk by Jonathan Explore the universe guided by our resident expert – Jonathan, our Vicar. There will be telescopes on hand to view Jupiter and the moon, cloud permitting. |
Dec 2012 | 11. Christmas Fayre and Christmas Tree Festival In addition to our Christmas Fayre, there will be a display of Christmas trees that portray Christmas Season journeys. Refreshments will be available. |
Dec 2012 | 12. Posada Starting out on Advent Sunday, the nativity figures of Mary and Joseph will travel from home to home – taking in schools, workplaces and organisations along the way - arriving back at St. Benedict’s in time for the Christingle services on Christmas Eve. |
If you would like to find out more about Journeys of Life, please contact either Jonathan (our Vicar) or Marcus (our Curate).
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