What is special about the new season we’re about to enter? Kyle Henderson-Begg looks at the role that festivals play in people’s lives, providing inspiration - literally, breath in - to fuel our lives and day to day expressions of faith. They can show us God’s character and our purpose, as well as interrupting regular life to refresh and remind us that life ahead can be different, better than what we are used to. How can engaging with Advent in the approach to Christmas help you see life differently this year?

Can God speak to you through pictures? Find out with this approach to prayer and meditation. It contains several long stretches of silence between suggestions for what to do, which can help you engage over a useful period of time.

Find pictures and full walkthrough steps here: https://www.severnvineyard.org/sunday-talks-bloglist/2025/11/6/visio-divina-led-by-claire-lynch-9-november-2025

What does it mean to be fully known and loved by God? Can we trust that this is a good thing for us? Karen Green looks at how her understanding and experience of God have grown over years, and considers Psalm 139’s reflection that trusting God and growing a relationship with him can lead to intimacy and the release of anxiety. Can this help us to grow in love for people and enjoy a better quality of life?