Reflection #7 – the Sponge
Gospel of John Chapter 19:28-29 After this Jesus, knowing that all was now finished, said, “I thirst.” A bowl full of vinegar stood there; so they put a sponge full of vinegar on hyssop and held it to his mouth. Reflection: What do we thirst for? Jesus invites us to thirst for righteousness. He invites […]
Reflection #6 – The Cloak and The Dice
Gospel of John Chapter 19: 23-24 When the soldiers had crucified Jesus they took his garments and made four parts, one for each soldier; also his tunic. But the tunic was without seam, woven from top to bottom; so they said to one another, “Let us not tear it, but cast dice for it.” Reflection: […]
Reflection #5 – The Crown of Thorns
Gospel of Matthew Chapter 27: 28-29 And they stripped him and put a scarlet robe upon him and plaiting a crown of thorns they put it upon his head. Reflection: The king of kings is mocked.
Sunday School Dates March to June 2024
Here are the dates for the Spring and Summer Sunday School Term. Join us for lots of fun and activities! WHERE & WHEN: SUNDAY AT 10.30am in St Paul’s Library, underneath the Church January 14th April No Sunday School on the 7th 21st 14th 28th 21st February 4th 28th […]
Reflection #4 – The Scourging Pillar and whips
Gospel of John Chapter 19:1. Then Pilate took Jesus and scourged him. Reflection: Seven words to describe an event of unimaginable cruelty. Jesus chained to a pillar, beaten with cords that ripped flesh from his body. Do we sanitise the Passion? Of course we do. Are we unable to look at it for […]
Giving Thanks for Mothers – March 10th 2024
Mother’s Day 10th March 2024 Did you know that in the Church of England the celebration of Mother’s Day also marks the mid-point of Lent? Whatever your age join us for this opportunity to reflect and give thanks for the women who guide and support us through our lives. Sunday School will meet as usual […]
October Concert – Danish Boys’ Choir at St Paul’s
Saturday 12th October at Noon Put this date in your diary! St Paul’s Church is becoming known as an important Riviera music venue, and we are delighted to announce a special concert by The Danish Boys’ Choir in October. This is just one of the many exciting events you can look forward to at St […]
Reflection #3 – Ladder with Nails, plus Hammer & Pincer
Gospel of Luke Chapter 23: 33-34 And when they came to the place that is called the Skull, there they crucified him…and Jesus said, “Father forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Reflection: The unnamed soldiers nailed Jesus to the Cross. They knew what they had to do; they were men under […]
Reflection #2 – Three Bags of Silver
Gospel of Matthew Chapter 26:14-16 Then one of the twelve, who was called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests, and said, “What will you give me if I deliver him to you?” And they paid him thirty pieces of silver. Reflection: Do we place a price on friendship and erect conditions around it? Do […]
Reflection #1 – The Cockerel
Gospel of Luke Chapter 22:60-62 And immediately, while he was still speaking, the cock crowed. And the Lord turned and looked at Peter. And Peter remembered the word of the Lord, how he had said to him, “Before the cock crows today, you will deny me three times.” And he went out and wept bitterly. […]