We kick off our beautiful advent season with a robin. I have been spying a rather colourful little boy hopping around my unraked leaves in the garden, with the most stunning red breast. Robins are sadly on the decline in the UK due to habitat loss. and yet he is a definite symbol of the season.

He likes to forage on the ground looking for worms and other tasty titbits. He can be found in the garden and along hedgerows and is quite territorial to say the least. He will lose a lot of bodyfat in winter so be sure to put something out for him, well away from cats or anything that can hurt him.

His symbolism is very pertinent for us as he is associated with spirit visitors, turning up and acting sometimes out of character. Some have followed me along on my walks for a short distance. He has a beautiful voice also, although it is probably a war cry to any other robins to stay out of his territory, it sounds wonderful to our ears, on any cool winters’ morning.

Well we had spirit visitors last night and plenty of good song as we sang heartily at our beautiful healing service in Chawton. Thank you to all our readers, and the lighting of the advent candle by Sue. Barbara explained a little about advent, and then we had some thoughts shared by Rob and healing followed during the service. Thank you healers. Thank you all for a lovely serene evening and a little more time to visit with each other.

Prayer of the week

Please pray that more people in this world will begin to ask questions about the next life and so progress in understanding.

Calendar up later.

Have a beautiful week! Pause and enjoy the quiet moments of this season

We gathered last night on zoom as the evening got very chilly, and enjoyed beautiful readings, prayers and music. Thank you everybody. How fortunate we are to be inside and out of the elements as the temps dip down now in this place.

Please continue to pray for our carers and helpers of all life in this world. They ease a sometimes harsh world.

Sunday is our beautiful Christmas Healing Service in Chawton. A very special night.

Join us.

Rob Harvey Life After Death – Latest Blogs

Rob Harvey has written two more very interesting blogs, below is a little snippet on the topics but click the links below the snippets in order to read the full blogs:

Discovering the Continuity of Life Beyond Death
In The Importance of Understanding Life After Death, the President of the Alton Christian Spiritualist Church reflects on how spiritual awareness shapes our understanding of passing. Through poignant examples from funeral services, the blog illustrates how belief in the continuation of life can transform grief into a sense of connection and peace. Whether you’re exploring these ideas for the first time or seeking reassurance that loved ones remain close, this blog offers a profound perspective on how spirituality bridges the gap between this world and the next.

Spiritual Connections That Transcend Worlds
Those Who Come Back to Say Thank You shares the awe-inspiring moments when spirits reconnect to express gratitude. By creating a sacred atmosphere akin to a spiritual circle, the congregation experienced heartfelt reunions with loved ones, blurring the lines between the physical and spiritual realms. If you’ve ever wondered about the power of prayer, intention, and shared belief to foster extraordinary encounters, this blog offers a glimpse into the moving possibilities that await.

Both blogs invite readers to explore the deeper mysteries of life, death, and connection—perfect for anyone curious about the unseen yet ever-present bonds we share.

And just like that there was calm and even blue skies in these parts after Storm Bert ravaged the UK. There will still be some strong gusts expected up till mid day Tuesday in these parts. This was the second storm of the season this year following Storm Ashley in October. The River Taff burst its’ banks in Wales and it has caused such havoc. There has been loss of life in different places, and our hearts go out to those families coping with this loss. The awful weather caused Gillian Blaize to have to cancel her visit with us but we know how treacherous the roads were.

Fortunately we had a ray of sunshine in our back pocket and Sarah Dorgan one of our own stepped forward to serve, and gave us a wonderful evening. She shared inspired thoughts that prompted us to think when plans go awry and things appear to go wrong, that maybe there is a point or a silver lining to it all, and then she brought our lovely messages for the evening. So well done Sarah!! Thank you

The evening was chaired by Alison Keogh as we heard beautiful prayers and readings and sang some lovely hymns!! Thank you Lisa for running the music. Cake was on hand as always. Thank you Carole. Healers on hand also. Thank you to all who set up and break down each week.

Prayer of the week.

Please pray for the carers and helpers in this world.

You see them pulling others out of rubble in war zones. You see them helping with the flooding situations, especially now in Wales. You have people taking care of our aging loved ones in care homes, whether doctors, nurses or carers. You have people fighting for justice to help people who are vulnerable. You have those fighting to help animals and who tend and advocate for them. These are the earth angels. They make this sometimes harsh world a little gentler. Please pray for those who help others whoever those others may be.

Calendar up next.

Keep warm Keep dry. It is definitely going to get colder!!

Those who come back to say thank you

I am often amazed by those spirits who come back to say thank you. Despite experiencing it many times, it never ceases to move me. Last Sunday in church, we ventured beyond the usual clairvoyance and created a unique, spiritual atmosphere that bridged two worlds. I explained to the congregation the concept of a circle—where individuals gather, offer the right prayers, and come together with pure intentions. When like-minded spirits gather for the right reasons, the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds strengthens, and truly remarkable experiences can unfold.

This is exactly what happened that Sunday. By setting the right tone through prayer and understanding, we created an atmosphere within the church that mimicked the intimacy and connection of a circle environment. The results were incredible. Not only did clairvoyant messages flow freely, but many in the congregation—some of whom I have been training—were able to sense their own loved ones who had passed. It was as though the veil between worlds had grown thin, allowing beautiful reunions to take place.

One particularly extraordinary moment involved two spirits I had helped years ago to move on from the earthly plane. One was a young girl who had been trapped in a house for over 60 years, and the other was a woman who had similarly lingered for decades. Both of them returned that evening—not just sensed by me but by others in the congregation as well—to say thank you.

To understand how profound this was, consider their journey. These spirits had been confined to the earthly plane for decades, bound by their own free will or confusion. When the opportunity arose for them to leave their long confinement and move on to the next world, they courageously took it. I was privileged to witness their transition, and the beauty of where they went is indescribable—a place of peace and light, waiting for us all.

Now, for them to return to the earth plane—even briefly—required immense courage. When spirits draw close to the physical world, they often re-experience the emotions and memories of their time here, including the pain or confusion that kept them bound. Despite this, both spirits returned to express their gratitude. Their bravery and the beauty of the moment reminded me of the extraordinary interconnectedness of the physical and spiritual realms.

However, it’s important to recognize that my role in their journey was only a small part of a much larger process. Many spirits on the other side orchestrated their release, yet there is often a need for someone in the physical world to complete the final link in the chain. This highlights the significance of being open and willing to serve as that bridge.

Sunday’s service was a powerful example of what can happen when we gather with the right intentions, open our minds, and embrace the possibilities. For the spirits, it was an opportunity to reconnect with loved ones and express messages that may have been waiting for years. For us, it was a humbling reminder of the strength of love and the reality of the spiritual world.

The atmosphere that evening was truly sacred—a perfect convergence of two worlds. It reaffirmed my belief that when we come together with open hearts and a willingness to help, anything is possible. For those in the spiritual world, it was a chance to draw near to their loved ones on the earth plane. For those of us here, it was a glimpse into the eternal connections that bind us all.

Let us all strive to keep our minds and hearts open to these possibilities. When we do, extraordinary things can happen.

Rob Harvey