Ivan Bespalov will update us about life in Ukraine.
Ivan Bespalov will be giving us his personal and insightful update on life and war in Ukraine. Glimmers of hope, and yet anxieties for the unpredictability of some international allies and partners. Plus the impact on Ivan’s family and church. Plus Q&A.
A bit early in the month (to avoid the Christmas stmas rush)
A slightly quicker turnaround this month to avoid the Christmas rush. However, our very own Warden Lucas Mix will be sharing his news for this last year of his work with ECLAS, and, no doubt, an update on news within our Society, looking forward to the significant events of 2027.
Bishop David will join us for this Online Renewal of Vows.
Not everyone can make the Gathering, but hopefully all of you can join us for this celebration of community and calling. That’s a strong hint for members who have not been able to renew in person. We will not be accepting new members, but we will be accepting new companions. If you are an associate interested in taking on the rule of prayer, please let me know.
Two of our number will be sharing what they have learned and experienced as a consequence of Martin’s stroke earlier this year. There will be ample opportunity to share our own experiences of having or encountering someone having a stroke, or caring for others in the aftermath of a stroke. And there is always the challenge of what to do when someone in the congregation suffers a stroke or similar event.
As it is Lent, and many people have additional commitments during this time, we don’t have a formal theme or a named presenter. This is a social evening to chat and get to know each other a little more. So, if you have something to share, silly or solemn, Six Nations or United Nations, please do bring it along.
I will have beer and snacks on hand, but feel free bring your own – actually, that is probably the better option . .
Pastor Jack Alvarez, our member in the Philippines, has agreed to get up in the middle of the night (his time) to talk to us at our convenience (the evening in the UK and afternoon and morning in North America) about his work in one of the most impoverished places in Manila.
The topic for the evening is Sand Dunes and led by our very own Paul Rooney. Knowing Paul, I am confident we will come away with smiles on our faces and knowing things about sand dunes, and the people who use and abuse them, that we had never previously even thought of.
October 16th 2025 the North American Tele-Compline will be at 9.00pm East Coast (US) Time
In subsequent months the North American Tele-Compline will return to 8.00pm East Coast (US) Time. (login details can be found at the bottom of the digital prayer card)