The national church Daily Hope phone line

If you know of anyone who does not have access to the internet, please tell them about this free phone line.
The daily hope phone line was launched on Sunday, 26th April and is aimed particularly at the over 75s who do not have access to the internet.  The line is available 24 hours a day on 0800 804 8044.  This is a simple way to bring worship and prayer into people’s homes while church buildings are closed. Callers will hear a special greeting from the Archbishop of Canterbury before choosing from a range of options, including ‘Prayer During the Day’, ‘Night Prayer’ and a recording of the Church of England’s weekly national online service. A section called Hymn Line will also offer a small selection of hymns, updated daily. 
 
Please contact Revd Graham Buckle regarding baptisms, weddings and funerals. His email address is: rector@riversmeetchurches.uk

Revd Graham’s Weekly Message

9th October 2024

On a recent shopping trip, I noticed that there were displays for Hallowe’en and the beginnings of Christmas items for sale in the shops. I have to admit to buying Christmas cards whilst on holiday, but that was purely for convenience – from the RNLI shop in St Helier. It is easy to get caught up in the atmosphereand start the thought process of what we might do on these occasions – decorating our homes with the paraphernalia associated with these events. Of course, I am planning for the seasons of Advent and Christmas as there needs to be some kind of thought as to the content of these important Christian seasons. There are the usual regular events, but however consistently they arrive in the season, there is always something to be gleaned and learned … Read more