2nd Sunday of Advent

Reflection

The voice of John the Baptist was a lonely voice which many of his contemporaries ignored. There are many lonely voices in our world. Somewhere at this moment a child is crying—crying for love or maybe simply for bread. Somewhere a young person is crying— crying for a listening ear or an understanding heart. Somewhere an old person is crying—crying for a visit or a word from his/her children. There are a thousand unheard cries in our world, coming from the victims of injustice and neglect. Lord, help us to listen to these voices. Above all, help us to listen to your voice, whispering to us in the wilderness of our hearts, telling us that we are loved by you and that we are to love one another.

Lights to Remember

All are welcome to attend Marie Curie’s Lights to Remember Service at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral on Sunday 10 December at 5pm - 6pm, with refreshments and mice pies served afterwards.

The event is for people who have been affected by terminal illness or bereavement, and an opportunity to come together in our local community, joined by Marie Curie staff and inspirational supporters.

All are warmly invited.

Readers retreat day

A reminder to those who signed up, that the Day of Prayer for readers will take place on 16th December at the Irenaeus Centre, Waterloo, from 9.30 – 3.30pm. This is for readers in our Deanery Area.

Funeral

The Funeral service for Deborah Flynn will take place here in St James’ on Thursday 14th December at 12.30pm. Please remember Debbie and her family in your prayers.