This week the auditorium has been open as a prayer chapel, a quiet space where people have come to spend time with God. What a gift it is to be still and know that God is near.

A verse that has been close to my heart this week is Philippians 4:5 "Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near". Paul’s words remind us that gentleness flows from knowing we are held securely by God. Because He is near, we can live with patience, kindness, and compassion, reflecting the love of Christ to those around us.

Prayer is central to this. It softens our hearts, opens our eyes, and reshapes how we see others. When we spend time in prayer, God not only hears us, He changes us. Our Prayer and Worship Night is coming up next week on Wednesday, 8 October. It’s a great opportunity to gather together in worship, reflect on God’s faithfulness and pray over Term 4. May our lives this week be markedby gentleness, words that bring peace, actions that show kindness, and hearts that point to the one who is always near.   

 God bless, Mel