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We had a glorious weekend of sunshine and true summer weather, and on Sunday we not only celebrated Father’s Day but also Midsummer’s Day, which is a glorious time to take in the fullness of this season. All seasons work towards this one, and summer in its true essence has arrived.

The solstice means the sun standing still, and that is exactly what it appears to do, as it stops its northerly journey and starts to travel southwards again. The Ancients realised this in some measure and held this time of the year, as well as the others, that is, the midwinter and both the Spring and Autumn equinox, as sacred. Those who are ‘sensitive’ can attest to the amazing outpouring of energy at this time.

The young birds have fledged. The young animals of spring are well on their way in their new experience of this world. The flowers are in bloom, and the trees are full of their green leaves. All those days of damp and endless rain, which we complained about endlessly and loudly, have helped prepare the way for the lush, rich beauty of these beautiful summer days.

Last night, even in the heat, we gathered in Chawton. Our own Virginia Gordon stepped in and served, sharing some lovely thoughts and interesting facts about Father’s Day! She then went on to bring some lovely messages for the family. Thank you so much Virginia!! Our own lovely Chris Elliot kept us in line, chairing the evening beautifully. We had lovely prayers and readings from the family, and it was Les’s birthday!! So you know cake and candles made an appearance as we sang Happy Birthday in fine voice!

Thank you to those who set up and break down the evening, especially Julie, Graeme, and Steve. Thank you, Julie, for running the music, and, of course, Carole, for her birthday cake, and those who helped with hospitality. We never forget our healers who stand by to help after the service

Prayer of the week up later.

It is hot in the UK. Drink beyond thirst. Think of the wildlife that might need some regular fresh water. Think about your older neighbours and also companion animals that all need to stay hydrated.

It’s gonna be a scorcher!!

Happy Summer!

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We have just passed the midsummer mark, or the summer solstice. Due to the mystery of the sun appearing to stand still since Neolithic times (10,000 years before Christ), the imaginations of cultures throughout the centuries stirred, creating many traditions. St John’s Day, celebrated by many Christians on the 24th of June, is also thought to deliberately coincide with the midsummer mark.

We have enjoyed absolutely glorious weather in this neck of the woods, and so with flowers in full bloom and the beauty of the natural world, it has indeed been fitting for this time. The days, alas, will shorten now by two minutes every evening, but the symbolism of this midsummer time prompts us to think of joy and abundance during the fullness of this season in this hemisphere.

Joy and Laughter were abundant last night in Chawton. Lesley Knight was in the house, and how we love having her visit us. Lesley gave us laughter, shared beautiful thoughts that we all needed to hear, and then brought some lovely messages for us. Thank you so much, Lesley!! Alison Keogh chaired our evening

It was also Mr Shackleton’s birthday, and so we enjoyed cake and a bit of singing to ring in another year for him. Happy Birthday Les!! It is your birthday week!!

Thank you to The Family who brought lovely readings and prayers. Thank you, Julie, for running our music. Thank you, Carole, for the cake. Thank you hospitality, and a special thanks to our healers. And of course, light work is made of set up and break down because all of those who do it diligently every week.

Prayer of the week

Please pray for the tense situation in Iran. Pray for the leaders, and all people and animals, let’s not forget them, affected by any fallout.

Calendar up soon.

Have a beautiful week. Summer is here. Let’s hope she stays for the Garden Party Saturday!!