Let’s suppose I gave you a sheet of white paper with a black dot in the middle and asked you to write down what you see. I reckon, with few exceptions, you would describe the black dot —explaining where it is on the page, etc. Very few would describe the white sheet.

We tend to do this in life, too! The white paper represents life, with all its blessings to hold on to and enjoy. Yet, we may be so busy thinking about the dark dots that we don't really have time and/or ability to really embrace all the gifts we've been given.

October 26th is Bible Sunday. Many people get guidance from the bible daily. It can help you to focus on what is healthy in your life.  The Bible Society have created a guide for you to use, if you so wish: Bible Society Bible Reading Guide

We always have reasons to celebrate; they help you change perspective, try to look beyond the black spots in life, and enjoy each one of our blessings, and to celebrate each moment that life gives us.

Hope to see you at church in Bletchingley at 8 am or 9:30 am or in Nutfield at 11 am.

Don’t forget the clocks go back at 2 am on Sunday, 26th October. Enjoy the sleep, but there is an invitation for you to come to church.

Every blessing

Father Paul