A poem for today

Congratulations to Dave who was licensed as a Lay Minister last week! #MeetTheLLMs

'We help churches make the things that matter to Jesus, matter to them’ Baptist minister Brendan Bassett introduces Jesus Shaped People, a whole church discipleship adventure baptist.org.uk/Articles/65044…

Our newsletter for June has all the latest updates on what is happening at the Centre. stbenedictscentre.files.wordpress.com/2023/05/newsle…

#week of #celebrating #900years @stjohnserith #historicaltour by My Guided Walk #historicexhibition #holycommunion #musical #concert Christ Church Erith Erith Playhouse & more #erithparish

Launching Poverty and Hope Appeal 2023 For four decades, the Diocese's P&H Appeal has allowed us to play our part in tackling the causes and effects of poverty in different parts of the world. To find out more about the projects and how to donate follow ow.ly/B3zR50OAKAO

Tonight Dartford Deanery met at St Mary’s, Stone with a presentation on Vocation. The parish demonstrates a good example of collaborative ministry. Kenneth, Parish priest, Kathryn, Licensed Lay Minister and Maureen who is both Church Warden and an Anna Chaplain @SeeOfRochester

We are looking forward to our next quiet day 4th July. Using his book Canon Gordon will help us explore the impact of the pandemic and how we move forward in faith, hope and love. Cost £25.00. To book: [email protected] @SeeOfRochester Southwark Diocese Canterbury Diocese

We had a wonderful celebration of learning last night at Bishopscourt recognising the completion of the Bishop's certificate for another cohort ready to share ministry in their parishes. @SeeOfRochester Simon Burton-Jones Bishop Jonathan Gibbs Karen Senior 💙

A wonderful opportunity to explore a different way of praying, allowing God to shape the thoughts of your heart into words...this Thursday 13th. Don't forget to book: [email protected]

We hope you can join us on our final Walk with Jesus for the summer, this Tuesday 18th July. To book: [email protected]

What every worn out minister should know today: 1. It isn't down to you 2. It never was 3. But you'd be amazed to know how much God uses you 4. The kingdom of God also draws near when you're doing nothing 5. Because of the cross and resurrection 6. And you are loved everlastingly

We have an exciting, full programme of events in the months ahead, read all about it in our latest newsletter: stbenedictscentre.files.wordpress.com/2023/08/newsle…

This coming Tuesday come and immerse yourself in the gospel stories of women who met Jesus. Rev Hugh Grear will be leading us on this journey using our imagination. To book: [email protected]

Another wonderful opportunity to be inspired by the Book of Common Prayer, Thursday 14th September. Come and discover the beauty of these prayers, which take us deep into the presence of God. To book: [email protected]

Volunteers at a village church in Kent have created a wildlife garden to showcase God's creation. Rev Mandy Carr from St George's Church in Weald said: “The garden is bringing people of all ages together and from all over the community!" #SeasonOfCreation @SeeOfRochester

This is happening at St George Beckenham in a few weeks time!

This coming Tuesday Sr Mary John will help us to discover how we can inhabit a life-giving attitude of humility. To book your place: [email protected]

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We haven't posted for a while. Here is the class of 2022 who completed the Bishop's Certificate today. A great gift to their churches. @SeeOfRochester Karen Senior 💙