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Month: July 2018

A last word, or two…

As I prepare to leave the parish for a sabbatical rest, I am mindful of the friends that I have made and relationships that have been built over these last 7 years. I feel that I would like to reiterate that sense of privilege of being a parish priest. Continue reading “A last word, or two…”

Author Gavin KnightPosted on 20th July 2018Tags golf, pottery, prayer, retreat

Losing: a life lesson

Unhappily, much to my regret, this week’s blog is focused on losing! How difficult it is to accept loss, from the seeming triviality of World Cup football to the searing pain of personal relationships. Continue reading “Losing: a life lesson”

Author Gavin KnightPosted on 13th July 2018Tags healing, Loss, relationship

Singing from different sheets

Last Saturday, I officiated at a wedding of a couple from Iceland. It was a very small, intimate occasion. The wedding took place in the choir and sanctuary at St Michael’s. Continue reading “Singing from different sheets”

Author Gavin KnightPosted on 6th July 20186th July 2018Tags choir, hymns, music
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