Christina Koch was a member of the recent Artemis 2 mission to fly around the moon. Speaking about that mission she said "The thing that changed for me looking back at Earth was that I found myself noticing not only the beauty of the Earth, but how much blackness there was around it, and how it just made it even more special," Koch said.
"It truly emphasized how alike we are, how the same thing keeps every single person on planet Earth alive," she added. "We evolved on the same planet, we have some shared things about how we love and live that are just universal, and the specialness and preciousness of that really is emphasized when you notice how much else there is around it."
The earth is our home – the only place we have as humans where we can survive. But a home is more than just a place to live. A home is where we feel safe and welcomed. Where others are glad that we are there. Augustine of Hippo, (354-430AD), an early church theologian wrote “For you made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they find their rest in you.” Augustine argued that our true home, the place we are most loved and welcomed is with God. I wonder if you have ever experienced that place of belonging?
We would love for you to join us this Sunday @ 10am. We will be thinking about how we can create welcoming places for others. John 14:1-4
A children’s programme is available during our service for 5 to12 year adults. Creche available for younger children.
Small Groups – A chance to meet other people, share your faith and deepen your connection with God. Contact the office if you would like to know more.
Mainly Music. Each Wednesday @ 10am. All welcome. Small cover charge. Mainly Music is a music and movement programme for children aged 6 months to 5 years encouraging parents/caregivers to spend time with their child. All welcome.
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