Candidating
Met Mark at The Hub in Tebay. Wow. I was so nervous and yet he made me feel incredibly relaxed, very open and honest and a good connection. We've got a lot to 'get through'... I then went to watch LRGM 'play' Netball but
Candidating
So I have been matched by the Connexional Team with Deacon Mark. and just as I was re-reading my email to him with introductions - he rings: Dear Mark, Well, this is exciting. We've been matched as part of DOV1. I understand the process of becoming an accompanist
Services
I went to the Compline service at St Andrew's for the first time this evening. Andrew M led expertly. I read two lessons (in olde English). I stayed to pray after the service. In a way that was beyond 'chit chat' - I was with God.
Candidating
An incredible 3-service-Sunday! The morning started with a challenging (covenant) service led by my Tutor in Dent. I took Janice and we both thought there was an 'air' about the service. This was followed by a joyful, warm service at Ravenstondale. Nancy, she's superb; so happy
Candidating
* Giddy, why hasn’t the DOV office replied by 10am!?? 😂, struggling to concentrate. * Wonderfully supportive exchange with (R)MG and lovely text from (R)AB: * DOV Office have acknowledged the application - asking me to check that I’d sent everything I was asked to (I have). * It’s nice
Candidating
* Local Preacher’s Meeting has happened and I’m now officially On Trial. 🥳 * Incredible devotions form AB from John’s Gospel * Returned from LP meeting and sent the DOV email - to gov.uk! (thanks Gmail autocorrect!)...noticed immediately and sent it to the correct address. The State now know
Candidating
So, this is me, Matt. I work as the Director of IT at a boarding school in Cumbria, UK. Having previously been a Housemaster and a teacher of Business Studies I have been at the School for nearly 20 years - moving 'up north' following a stint in
Faith
Read the Bible, all of it, in one week.