My Calendar
Week of Nov 9th
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09/11/2020
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10/11/2020(1 event) 
World Science Day for Peace and Development Here's a video (2:10) created in 2020 which outlines what World Science Day for Peace and Development is all about:
A PRAYER FOR TODAY - AVAILABLE HERE AS A 75 second VIDEO Creator God, we give thanks for the wonders of creation which science helps us understand and appreciate.
Give inspiration to all doing scientific research – as they search for insight and truth; Give determination to all who apply science - in helping us live life in all its fullness; Give wisdom to decision makers - that science might always be used for the betterment of all who share this Common Home.
We pray that science be instrumental in bringing us to that day when we will all live in peace; using, conserving and sharing equitably - the resources of this planet.
We pray this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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11/11/2020(1 event) 
So what about the silence?
Here's how this poem came to be written: Lord of the nations - We remember with grateful hearts the men and women of our country who went forth to protect the liberty we enjoy but who did not return!
Help us recognise the debt we owe them so that we may strive, in our own lives, to protect the freedoms that were won at so great a cost.
And so we commit to your safekeeping those who have died in war; those whose memory we treasure; those who have sacrificed themselves in the service of humankind.
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord And let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. AMEN
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12/11/2020(1 event) 
Diwali is the four- to five-day long Festival of Lights celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists. One of the most popular dates on the Hindu calendar, Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, and takes place each year between October and November after the conclusion of harvest and to coincide with the new moon. During the celebration, streets, homes, offices and shops are illuminated with light, which acts as a metaphor for knowledge and consciousness. Over the five-day period of the festival, people prepare by cleaning and decorating their homes. The festivities reach their peak on the third day, Diwali, which falls on the darkest day of the Hindu lunar month, Kartik. On this day, revellers dress up, light up their homes with oil lamps and candles (diyas) and worship Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and wealth. They also light fireworks and enjoy a feast with their family, sharing mithai (sweets) and gifts.
Here's a video of how different this festival might be in time of COVID-19!
A PRAYER FOR DIWALI
Light shines in darkness. Light takes away darkness. Light brings hope.
God of light, when things seem difficult or when we’re frightened or sad, and good is stronger than bad. AMEN |
13/11/2020(3 events)
Diwali is the four- to five-day long Festival of Lights celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists. One of the most popular dates on the Hindu calendar, Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, and takes place each year between October and November after the conclusion of harvest and to coincide with the new moon. During the celebration, streets, homes, offices and shops are illuminated with light, which acts as a metaphor for knowledge and consciousness. Over the five-day period of the festival, people prepare by cleaning and decorating their homes. The festivities reach their peak on the third day, Diwali, which falls on the darkest day of the Hindu lunar month, Kartik. On this day, revellers dress up, light up their homes with oil lamps and candles (diyas) and worship Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and wealth. They also light fireworks and enjoy a feast with their family, sharing mithai (sweets) and gifts.
Here's a video of how different this festival might be in time of COVID-19!
A PRAYER FOR DIWALI
Light shines in darkness. Light takes away darkness. Light brings hope.
God of light, when things seem difficult or when we’re frightened or sad, and good is stronger than bad. AMEN 
Love this video - it's well worth investing 5 minutes and 44 seconds to watch it!
Now, how about doing something about it? There are a load of ideas below: CLICK HERE FOR PLENTY OF IDEAS!
CLICK HERE FOR A VIDEO PRAYER FOR TODAY Loving God, If I cannot be brilliant, let me be kind. If I cannot change the world, let me inspire just one other to do so. If I cannot give away riches, let me be loving. Let me be known for kindness, for it is the greatest glory. Amen
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14/11/2020(3 events)
Diwali is the four- to five-day long Festival of Lights celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists. One of the most popular dates on the Hindu calendar, Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, and takes place each year between October and November after the conclusion of harvest and to coincide with the new moon. During the celebration, streets, homes, offices and shops are illuminated with light, which acts as a metaphor for knowledge and consciousness. Over the five-day period of the festival, people prepare by cleaning and decorating their homes. The festivities reach their peak on the third day, Diwali, which falls on the darkest day of the Hindu lunar month, Kartik. On this day, revellers dress up, light up their homes with oil lamps and candles (diyas) and worship Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and wealth. They also light fireworks and enjoy a feast with their family, sharing mithai (sweets) and gifts.
Here's a video of how different this festival might be in time of COVID-19!
A PRAYER FOR DIWALI
Light shines in darkness. Light takes away darkness. Light brings hope.
God of light, when things seem difficult or when we’re frightened or sad, and good is stronger than bad. AMEN
So how does having diabetes affect lives? CLICK HERE for a short quiz to highlight symptoms of diabetes. Here's a really great 6 minute video of Things Not To Say To Someone With Type 1 Diabetes.
A PRAYER FOR TODAY Loving God, we hold before you all who are living with or are affected by diabetes and ask you to ease suffering and to quiet fears.
We give thanks for their fortitude and ability to organise and ask you to give them strength and encouragement.
We pray for those researching treatments and cures, that they will use their skills and knowledge, finding the inspiration to make diabetes a thing of the past.
We pray this in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. AMEN. |
15/11/2020(3 events)
Diwali is the four- to five-day long Festival of Lights celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists. One of the most popular dates on the Hindu calendar, Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, and takes place each year between October and November after the conclusion of harvest and to coincide with the new moon. During the celebration, streets, homes, offices and shops are illuminated with light, which acts as a metaphor for knowledge and consciousness. Over the five-day period of the festival, people prepare by cleaning and decorating their homes. The festivities reach their peak on the third day, Diwali, which falls on the darkest day of the Hindu lunar month, Kartik. On this day, revellers dress up, light up their homes with oil lamps and candles (diyas) and worship Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and wealth. They also light fireworks and enjoy a feast with their family, sharing mithai (sweets) and gifts.
Here's a video of how different this festival might be in time of COVID-19!
A PRAYER FOR DIWALI
Light shines in darkness. Light takes away darkness. Light brings hope.
God of light, when things seem difficult or when we’re frightened or sad, and good is stronger than bad. AMEN
Pope Francis has declared 15th November 2020 as the 4th World Day of the Poor This is a beautiful short prayer for today: What can you do?On this day we are invited to offer friendship, solidarity and welcome to the poorest of our sisters and brothers. As we reach out with love and support, let us hold all members of our global family in our prayers. You may wish to watch and share Vladimir from Bolivia's prayer video above with your friends and family. You might also consider whether you are in a position to support others financially. Perhaps, you might consider in the run up to Christmas either asking for or making a World Gift!
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