On Friday 1st November we had our ‘Memories’ service.  It was  chance to remember loved ones, to pray and to cherish special memories.

Do not hurry as you walk with grief,
It does not help the journey, 
walk slowly, 
pausing often, 
do not hurry as you walk with grief. 
Be not disturbed by memories that come unbidden. 
Swiftly forgive and let Christ speak for you unspoken words. 
Unfinished conversations will be resolved in him. 
Be not disturbed. 
Be gentle with the one who walks with grief. 
If it is you, be gentle with yourself. 
Swiftly forgive, 
walk slowly, 
pausing often, 
take time, 
be gentle as you walk with grief.

(words from the book of Celtic night prayer)