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If you have missed our Wednesday gathering, you can listen back to the talks or look at some of the resources here.

When faith is expressed it doesn't damage - authentic humility

Jo looked at James 3:13-18, thinking about how wisdom requires getting to a place where we value the humanity of every person.

James 3:13-18

This week we focused on James 3:13-18

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

When faith is expressed it doesn't damage - authentic humility

Andy reflected on James 3:1-12, thinking about the power of our words.

James 3:1-12

This week we focused on James 3:1-12.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

Isaiah 61 Vision - Spiritual Formation (Two)

Andy continued our reflections on Spiritual Formation, thinking about how it begins with an understanding of our need for God.

Isaiah 61

We are using Isaiah 61 to frame our vision for Kahaila.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

Isaiah 61 Vision - Spiritual Formation (One)

Paul led us in thinking about the final aspect of our vision for Kahaila moving forward – seeking to go deeper in order to grow stronger.

Isaiah 61

We are using Isaiah 61 to frame our vision for Kahaila.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

Isaiah 61 Vision - Leadership Multiplication

Andy talked about the second aspect of our vision for Kahaila moving forward – on our desire to empower, equip and multiply leaders.

Isaiah 61

We are using Isaiah 61 to frame our vision for Kahaila.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

Isaiah 61 Vision - Targeted Transformation

Paul spoke about one aspect of our vision for Kahaila moving forward – on our hope to impact London. 

Isaiah 61

We are using Isaiah 61 to frame our vision for Kahaila.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

When faith is pressed it doesn't fail - authentic love

Alex B spoke on James 2:14-26, reflecting on how we live out our faith as a church community.

James 2:14-26

This week we focused on James 2:14-26

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

When faith is pressed it doesn't fail - authentic love

Adele spoke on James 2:1-13, reflecting on how faith in Christ and loving others is incompatible with partiality and favouritism.

James 2:1-13

This week we focused on James 2:1-13.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

When faith is stretched it doesn't break - authentic stability

Paul spoke on James 1:19-27, reflecting on how listening to God will impact the way we live.

James 1:19-27

This week we focused on James 1:19-27.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

When faith is stretched it doesn't break - authentic stability

Andy spoke on James 1:1-18, reflecting on where we turn when we are going through trials or challenges.

James 1:1-18

This week we focused on James 1:1-18.

Links

Links to discussion questions, guided meditations, creative responses and commentaries linked with the talk.

The Parable of the Talents

Alex W spoke on the parable of the talents. We reflected on the ways in which we are humbly accepting the gifts God has given us and investing into others.

Matthew 25:14-30

The parable of the talents can be found in MAtthew 25:14-30.

Links

Links to videos and meditations, commentaries and creative prayer responses along with discussion questions.

The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector

Andy shared his reflections on the parable of the pharisee and the tax collector. We thought about where we might be adopting the posture of the pharisee, looking down on others rather than coming humbly before God and before others.

Luke 18:9-14

The parable of the pharisee and the tax collector can be found in Luke 18:9-14.

Links

Links to videos and meditations, commentaries and creative prayer responses along with discussion questions.

The Parable of the Good Samaritan

Alex B reflected on the parable of the good Samaritan. We placed ourselves in different positions in the parable, thinking about how we can build our compassion and where we might find God.

Luke 10:25-37

The parable of the good Samaritan can be found in Luke 10:25-37.

Links

Links to discussion questions, videos and reflections on the parable, commentaries and a creative response.

The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard

Paul spoke about the parable of the workers in the vineyard. We thought about the difference between fairness and equality and what these things might look like in the Kingdom of God.

Matthew 20:1-16

The parable of the workers in the vineyard can be found in Matthew 20:1-16.

Links

Links to discussion questions, videos and reflections on the parable, commentaries and a creative response.

The Parable of the Lost Son

Jo shared her reflections on the parable of the lost son. We looked at the father’s radical but also simple love, and the older brother’s response.

Luke 15:11-32

The parable of the sower can be found in Luke 15:11-32

Links

Links to musical reflections on the parable, different commentaries, reflective and creative responses.

The Parable of the Lost Coin

Alex B spoke about the parable of the lost coin. We thought about how parables are there to unsettle us and the ways in which we might feel lost.

Luke 15:8-10

The parable of the sower can be found in Luke 15:8-10.

Links

Links to reflections on this parable from different perspectives (Dalit feminist theology, liberation theology), commentaries, creative responses, videos linked with the lost coin.

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

Alex W reflected on the parable of the lost sheep and how we can read it beyond an individualistic reading. (Apologies – the first half of the recording is missing)

Luke 15:1-7

The parable of the sower can be found in Luke 15:1-7.

Links

Links to prayers, videos, reflections and commentaries.

The Parable of the Treasure and the Pearl

Hannah spoke about the parables of the treasure and the pearl and we reflected on what this Kingdom of God looks like.

Matthew 13

The parable of the sower can be found in Matthew 13:44-46

Links

Links to prayers, videos, reflections and commentaries.

The Parable of the Mustard Seed and the Parable of the Yeast

Jo spoke about the parables of the mustard seed and yeast and we thought about how we could be active participants in God’s Kingdom.

Matthew 13

The parable of the sower can be found in Matthew 13:31-36.

Links

Links to prayers and poems, to creative responses, to reflections on mustard seeds, on justice and peace, contemplations, reflections and commentaries.

The Parable of the Sower

Dan looked at the parable of the sower and we reflected on the importance of being rooted in Christ.

Matthew 13

The parable of the sower can be found in Matthew 13:1-23.

Links

Links to different Examen reflections, commentaries on Matthew 13, questions to think about, creative responses.

The Parable of the Great Banquet

Andy shared some reflections on the parable of the great banquet as we started our new series thinking about the Kingdom of God.

Luke 14

The parable of the great banquet can be found in Luke 14:15-24.

Links

Links to different Examen reflections, commentaries on Luke 14, a reflection on otherness, a video on the gospel of the kingdom and a meditation on the power of greetings.

Joshua 6

Paul spoke about Joshua 6, and how it can help us think about how to resolve conflicts.

Joshua 6

We read through the whole chapter.

Links

Links to different Examen reflections, commentaries on Joshua 6, a reflection on peace, a video on conflict and a meditation on loving kindness.

Joshua 5

Andy reflected on Joshua 5, thinking about how we can approach God with reverence and awe, and how we can bless others with our blessings.

Joshua 5

We read through the whole chapter.

Links

Links to different Examen reflections, commentaries on Joshua 5, a reflection on holiness and a meditation on peace and presence.

Joshua 4

Paul reflected on Joshua 4, thinking about how we can remember what God has done for us.

Joshua 4

We read through the whole chapter.

Links

Links to different Examen reflections, commentaries on Joshua 4, an overview of Joshua and a meditation on remembering.

Joshua 3

Paul reflected on Joshua 3, one of our life verses. Unfortunately the start of the recording is missing.

Joshua 3

We read through the whole chapter.

Links

Links to different Examen reflections, commentaries on Joshua 3, an overview of Joshua and a meditation on overcoming fear.

'Doubting' Thomas

Andy reflected on the resurrection story of Jesus appearing to Thomas.

John 20:24-29

The story can be found in John 20:24-29

Links

Here are the links to the resources used in the engage section.

Easter Sunday

Andy reflected on the resurrection story, focusing on the hope that it presents.

John 20:19-23

We looked at John’s account of Jesus appearing to the disciples in John 20:19-23.

PowerPoint

Here is the PowerPoint for our Easter Sunday service.

Good Friday

Here is a copy of the text for the guided meditation for Good Friday

Various Texts

We looked at Mark 14:32-36; Luke 22:56-62; Matthew 27:20-23; Isaiah 53:3-5; John 19:17-18, 25-27 and Luke 23:38-48

PowerPoint

Here is the PowerPoint for our reflection.

Palm Sunday

Paul shared a reflection on the events of Palm Sunday – on salvation being both a present reality and a future hope.

John 12:12-19

We looked at John’s account of Palm Sunday in John 12:12-19

PowerPoint and Resources

Here is the PowerPoint for our meeting and a document with the links.

The Greatest Commandment

Paul shared a reflection on the greatest commandment, given by Jesus in Matthew 22.

Matthew 22:34-40

The Greatest Commandment can be found in Matthew 22:34-40

PowerPoint

Here is the PowerPoint for our meeting, with links to other resources in the engage section.

What kind of Church are we called to be?

We reflected on the type of church that we are called to be at this time, focusing on being a church welling up in rich generosity.

2 Corinthians 8:1-15

We focused on the passage in 2 Corinthians 8:1-15.

PowerPoint

Here is the PowerPoint for our meeting, with links to other resources in the engage section.

Ignatian Prayer Video

Andy introduces a simplified version of a way of praying through Scripture that you might find helpful at this time.

Possible Passages To Read

Here is a list of some passages you could begin with, alongside some suggestions for points to pause and reflect in each passage.

PowerPoint

Here is the PowerPoint for the first Zoom gathering, with music and videos as well as resources for reflecting on Psalm 23.

The Healing of the Man Born Blind

Alex W looked at the story of the healing of the man born blind, as told in John 9. We thought about how the man models humility, gratefulness and self-worth, about how his faith outweighs his fear and how he has a purpose. 

Week 7 - The man born blind

The story of the healing of the man born blind can be found in John 9.

The man born blind

Link to the guided meditation we used at the start of the service.

Abraham

Alex B looked at the story of Abraham. We thought about how Abraham was open to God, how God’s people are people on the move, how there are times of silence in Abraham’s life and about the different expressions of God throughout the Abraham story.

Week 7 - Abraham

The story of Abraham can be found in Genesis. The story begins in Genesis 12

Elijah

Hannah looked at the story of Elijah, focusing on 1 Kings 17 and 18. We thought about how Elijah was open to God because of their close relationship with one another.

Week 6 - Elijah

The story of Elijah can be found in 1 and 2 Kings. We focused on 1 Kings 17 and 18.

Elijah

Contemplation resources, creative responses, discussion questions and an alternative version of the Elijah story.

Being a Single Friendly Church

We were joined by Beth from Single Friendly Church, who lead us in a conversation thinking about how we can be a more welcoming church and community for single people.

COMMUNION

Single Friendly Church

Single Friendly Church

Find more information about the organisation here.

Ruth

Adele looked at the story of Ruth, focusing on Ruth 2. We reflected on living ‘not too efficiently’ – in making ourselves available with our time, money and energy. We also looked at Ruth as a symbol for loyalty and devotion and reflected on what this meant in terms of our friendships. 

Week 4 - Ruth

The story of Ruth can be found in the book of Ruth. We focused on Ruth 2.

Ruth

Discussion questions, creative responses and contemplation links to explore linked with the passage

Esther

Jo looked at the story of Esther, focusing on Esther 4. We reflected on courage – on what our relationship with fear is, on the choices we have and on the need to support one another.

Week 3 - Esther

The story of Esther can be found in the book of Esther. We focused on Esther 4.

Esther

Discussion questions, creative responses, contemplation links and texts to explore linked with the passage

Gideon

Paul looked at the story of Gideon in Judges 7 and thought about what it might mean for us when we question God and about when and where we give God the glory.

Week 2 - Gideon

The story of Gideon can be found in Judges 6-8. We focused on Judges 7.

Gideon

Postures prayer from Infinitum Life

Open Hands

We looked at Matthew 4:18-22 and thought about what it might look like for us to adopt a posture of open hands in 2020.

Get Involved

If you want to get more information, or serve on any of our teams please email Andy.

Open Hands

Discussion questions, links to contemplate videos and podcasts and creative response.

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