One of the great things about prayer is the way it can take so many different forms. I caught up with two everyday women who are in different seasons of life to find out what they love about prayer, and how they do it.
Against the demands of our culture that tell us to be better, do more and work harder, we are invited to embody this peace in the power of the Spirit.
The Ven Robin Kingston is in Nelson to run Healing of Memories Ministry training alongside Rev Watiri Maina. We spoke about the ministry, its impact, and what he hopes to achieve this weekend.
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"Jesus wants his disciples to be set free so that they can minister and help others."
We love God, we love books, and we love the people of God.
What does it mean for women to be wellsprings of life?
"We all love to be seen and heard and cared for."
"Prayer is my lifeline to God."
Peace is a victim of hustle culture.
“The treasurer is the narrator for the numbers.”
"What do these stones mean?"
I invite you to pray for children and families ministries in another parish.
The big changes in my life have grown out of small, ordinary moments – not grand gestures.
"Every body matters. Everybody matters."
"People in our community are already asking questions about meaning and spirituality."