When we are lost for words, prayers and laments like this one by Rev Jon Swales can help us express our heart’s desire to our Almighty God. Father of Creation,God of Peace, The world has changed,And so have our hearts,As we face disappointment, disorientation and distressNot knowing what will happen next.… Continue reading
With many people living longer and the current demographic of our churches, you are probably finding that the needs of older people in your parish are increasing. Many parishioners go out of their way to help others as much as they can, and SVP and other groups are an essential… Continue reading
As well as being involved in each of our parishes, the trustees of Growing Old Grace-fully wanted to highlight the voice and needs of older people in this listening process. A group of the board members got together and drew up a response on the relevant topics in the framework,… Continue reading
About 20 of us met on Zoom on a cold evening with fireworks going off in the background! We had a good time together sharing issues and ideas around starting up and continuing activities and support for older people in our parishes at this strange time of transition. Sister Bernadette… Continue reading
Contrary to some popular opinions, many of our ‘older parishioners’ are passionate about the care of our planet and very active in the Diocese and beyond. One example is David Jackson who is a Laudato Si’ Animator, a role you can read about HERE. As we finish the Season of… Continue reading
Thanks, Lord, my heartfelt thanks, and great relief To hear you say: “But it’s All Right, you know!”Alright – you’re growing old,Forgetful, muddled, dim(Embarrassing, frustrating though it is)Alright to need, and take, more time,More space perhaps,To admit: “I don’t cope well.I can’t keep up.” You went there first, our good… Continue reading
We have been busy reflecting back on this last period of time, with grateful hearts for all we have been able to do despite restrictions, and looking forward to what is to come in coming months. Take a look at our colourful Newsletter style Annual Review Scroll down for a… Continue reading
BE OLDER. BE BOLDER. BE PROUD. It’s time to feel good about ageing. This is the message of the first Age Proud Festival in Leeds from Monday 6th September to Friday 17th September. It will kick off officially on Monday 6th Sept 10.30am at West Yorkshire Playhouse with a range… Continue reading
Earlier this year, it was announced that Sunday 25th July 2021 would be the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. Pope Francis decided to institute a Church-wide celebration of a World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, held on the fourth Sunday of July, close to the liturgical… Continue reading
It seems as though we are in an in-between place… It seems as though we are in an in- between place between Lockdown and some further loosening of the Covid restrictions. Vaccination programmes are progressing. The Covid figures in the UK are steadily lower. It is likely more restrictions will… Continue reading
