You Will Find Rest For Your Souls

"Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light" Matthew 11:26-28

How are you getting on, in applying the "Doing Life Well" teaching that Simon's been bringing us on Sundays at Kerith? There are definitely challenges in us getting rest and creating sabbath, whatever stage of life we're at.

As Simon said: "Planning + Effort + Discipline are all needed for living an effective, well managed life"

Elizabeth and Melita are two great women in our Kerith community. They have got together to plan some free, local Retreat days for women.

Here's your invitation from them (all you have to do is book in and show up!):

"I know so often as women we simply feel guilty if we’re not doing something. God has built into us the need to take time out –so why not give yourself permission to STOP- and book yourself into one of the up and coming dates at Fourteen?

OCTOBER 11^th(tomorrow), OCTOBER 18th, NOVEMBER 8^{th, -}NOVEMBER 15^th

How does snuggling up in a cosy armchair , an invigorating walk and a log fire sound? Lunch will be provided and the aim is for everyone to enjoy a relaxed day free from the pressures of everyday life- space for you.

Book by contacting Elizabeth Pudner on 0118 9790099 or 0798 1756828 Or email elizabethpudner@hotmail .com or melitacullis@btinternet.com

We are really looking forward to welcoming you –why not encourage a friend to come!
Thanks to those who have already booked!"

"Rest is a gift - it says we trust God"

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