I spent last week in silence. Silence is uncomfortable, challenging and beautiful.

I was at Lee Abbey in Devon. If you do not know it, it is a thin place. It is a place of extraordinary natural beauty.

Whilst there I was reminded afresh of the depth of God’s love for each one of us and me; and of the divine commitment to mission.

I was helped to detox from the need to be a vicar – sounds strange, but I think those who are in ministry will understand.

I also took time to look.

and I wondered why we have the temerity to categorise such beauty as a “weed” and pull it up from our gardens and allotments.

I also looked at things differently and discovered they were amazing.

It is of pebbles taken as the waves gently caress them.

I hope to meet lots of interesting people, visit brilliant places, and read fascinating books on sabbatical.

My goal now is to learn to be still, watch and listen.

Enjoy