Chorlton Online Gatherings – 11/04

Chorlton Online Gatherings - 11/04

Dear Friends
 
Here are the details of our gatherings this week.
 
Tuesday 12th April 7 – 7.45 pm: Listening with the Ears of the Heart – Meditation for Lent – on Zoom
Join the Unitarian transformers for a meditation, based on the contemplative practice of lectio divina, on what speaks to our heart from a reading of sacred poetry. No previous experience of meditation is required. Led by Laura Dobson. All welcome.
 

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https://zoom.us/j/94223648779?pwd=UEVkejhLQnkxV2VrMHU5THg2ZUJNdz09

Meeting ID: 942 2364 8779

Passcode: 3c9Pb1

Wednesday 13th April 7 – 8 pm: Eco-spirituality Connections on Zoom
Join the Unitarian transformers for Eco-spirituality Connections on ‘Offerings’ – exploring rituals of respect, gratitude and belonging to the land; and the transformation that may be possible in regarding everything as a gift – featuring the work of Robin Wall Kimmerer in ‘Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants.’ Led by Laura Dobson. All welcome.

 

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/94223648779?pwd=UEVkejhLQnkxV2VrMHU5THg2ZUJNdz09

Meeting ID: 942 2364 8779

Passcode: 3c9Pb1

 
Thursday 14th April 7 – 8.15 pm: Heart and Soul on Zoom
Heart and Soul is a contemplative spiritual gathering in which you can take time to reflect on life in the company of others. Each session follows a regular pattern, including readings and music, time for guided prayers of gratitude, compassion for others, self-reflection, and silent meditation. Led by Laura Dobson. All welcome. 
 
This week’s theme is ‘Discernment’.
 
‘Seeing reality for what it is, is what we call discernment. The work of discernment is very hard.’ — Lewis B. Smedes
 
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Sunday 17th April 10.30 – 11.30 am: Easter Sunday Gathering – in the church and on Zoom
Join our Easter Sunday congregational service, led by Angela and Sheila. All welcome.
 
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Meeting ID: 868 9873 0361
Passcode: 101861
Information for those coming to the church:
 
Covid-19 restrictions have now been lifted and there is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering. The government suggests that you continue to wear a face covering in a crowded and enclosed space where you may come into contact with other people you do not normally meet. However, this is at your own discretion.
 
We will continue to open the windows to ensure good ventilation and will continue our sanitising routine in the church, including asking you to continue sanitising the toilets after use, please.
 
We look forward to seeing you.
 
A reminder of our bank account details if you are able to make a donation:
 
Sort code: 40 11 56     
Account number: 40716286
Bank: HSBC 
Account name: Chorlton Unitarian Church
 
Blessings,
 
 
Linda Paris
Administrator
Chorlton Unitarian Church