Dear Beloved Community,

During the summer, the gospel readings reflect references in John of Jesus as the ‘bread of life’. These are phenomenal statements. By equating himself to bread, Jesus is saying that he is essential to life.  Simply put, he is suggesting that we are not spiritually satisfied unless we have Jesus in our lives. To put it even more bluntly, we cannot thrive and survive spiritually without him.

We live in a culture of great abundance. Perhaps you were reminded of this abundance on holiday over the summer.  But the truth is that we are all seeking something deeper in life. This is bread that fills not just the stomach, but the soul also. Jesus is saying that ultimately, he can satisfy our deepest longings and needs. He can make us feel ‘full’ and overflowing with blessing.

Thanks be to him.

Blessings,

Rev Rob

Service for Sunday 18th August 2024.

  • 8:30am:  Holy Communion
  • 11:00am: Holy Communion

Sunday Sermons Available online

You can access sermons on – https://kilternanparish.ie/talks/.

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Notes for this Week

Midweek Service

There is a service Holy Communion this Tuesday at 11:45am in the church.

Gathering Grounds Cafe .

  • The Gathering Grounds Café is open again after a summer break.
  • Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday lunches have returned as well!

Parish Barbecue: Save the date: Saturday 7th September, 5pm

Gathering Grounds Christmas Markets 2024 will be held on Saturday 30th November and 7th December. Any parishioners who would like to host a table, please contact Julie ASAP, before a wider invitation to host is distributed.

gatheringgrounds@kilternanparish.ie

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