by Julie Turner | Dec 21, 2023 | What's Happening
James offers us a different perspective on joy when he writes, ‘Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.’ (James 1:2-3) Most of us balk at this...
by Julie Turner | Dec 20, 2023 | What's Happening
Today at GPCC we will be celebrating: it’s our final Parent & Toddler party this morning and then we’re having a Christmas afternoon tea in the afternoon. As with all celebrations, work and joy go hand in hand. We will be making sandwiches, preparing food, setting...
by Julie Turner | Dec 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Christmas is a time of celebration. Most of us are glad to meet with family and friends; we are pleased to be able to exchange gifts; we enjoy the festive lights and music, activities and meals. It’s good to hear from people we rarely see (this is the only time of...
by Julie Turner | Dec 18, 2023 | What's Happening
I firmly believe that the pathway to joy is lined with the daily discipline of giving thanks. Paul says, ‘Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.’ (1 Thessalonians 5:18) He goes even further in Ephesians 5:20, saying, ‘always...
by Julie Turner | Dec 17, 2023 | What's Happening
The song ‘Miracle In The Town’ contains the lyrics: ‘Two thousand years ago, In a town that we all know, Underneath the brightest star, People came from near and far. Little did they realise That right before their very eyes, A miracle was happening in the...
