​In today’s worship, Ulrike addresses the current fears and difficulties about the new relaxation of lockdown. She uses the story of Jesus’ calming of the storm, comparing it to our overwhelming problems at this time. Also, with Psalm 90, she reflects on people feeling angry towards God for the hardship of their lives, and how talking to God in straight terms can make you feel so much better. As always, with lovely folkey music for reflection.

You can view or download this week's worship below. If you'd like to join us on Zoom, please email ulrike.bell@btinternet.com. ​

​In this worship there are prayers for our broken world, a musical meditation on Psalm 86 and a reading of Genesis 21 (the story of how Isaac was born to Abraham and Sarah). Ulrike talks about how everyone in this story contributes to a good situation going pear-shaped, but how God still works through the mess – like He works through the mess of our lives as well. The worship ends with the “Ipswich Blessing” video clip, recorded by all churches there.

​Ulrike’s short Puppet Bible Stories retell the biblical stories, sometimes with a little twist. For pre-school children and all story-lovers. In this video, Ulrike re-enacts God’s Promise to Abraham: Genesis 12-18.

​Ulrike’s short Puppet Bible Stories retell the biblical stories, sometimes with a little twist. For pre-school children and all story-lovers. In this video, Ulrike re-enacts the Tower of Babel: Genesis 11.

​Ulrike’s short Puppet Bible Stories retell the biblical stories, sometimes with a little twist. For pre-school children and all story-lovers. In this video, Ulrike re-enacts The Good Samaritan: Luke 10, 25-37.

If you’re curious about the Bible, this course is for you.

• Maybe you have always found the Bible a bit difficult to read.
• Maybe you have been put off by stories you read in school or in church.
• Maybe you think: “How can an old dusty book be relevant for me today?”
• Maybe you have wondered how the Bible’s books were put together, how it all developed.
• Maybe you are wondering how to read and understand biblical texts, how to find guidance, strength and wisdom for your life?

If any of these resonate with you, please join us for this 8-week course, starting in September. We will be running this via Zoom.

​The course will run either on Thursdays 11:00-12:30 or on Mondays 20:00-21:30 - please let us know your preference.

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​You can view or download this week's worship below. If you'd like to join us on Zoom, please email ulrike.bell@btinternet.com. 

Rev Ulrike Bell leads Sunday worship for the Forest Group of Churches via Zoom on Father's Day.

In this worship, Ulrike uses the video of a specially composed new hymn by John Bell 'We will meet when the danger is over'.

The theme of worship is hospitality in the time of lockdown: How can we be inspired by Abraham (Genesis 18) and take responsibility for those who need our help today?

Includes special prayers for our and other people’s fathers (those present, absent, thinking of various life situations).

​Musical and photo meditations, as always, with our mandolin musician.

You can view or download this week's worship below. If you'd like to join us on Zoom, please email ulrike.bell@btinternet.com.