Suzanne on sabbatical

Great to read below about all the positive activities we are involved in - young people in Thailand working away for the benefit of children, Duncan and Carol at the Mission conference etc. By contrast, I’m lucky enough to be in a time of INactivity as I have a sabbatical from work this month (June). Sabbatical - what a lovely word!

I’m trying to take my inspiration from the literal meaning of the word - i.e. a sabbath or holy time. Not to be filled up with projects or research or to-do lists, just time to reflect, rest, and attend to my personal spiritual self. This is a bit of a neglected area for me, and it is easy to sweep this fact aside if one is involved with church and working for a Christian organisation!

I had a lovely solo retreat at the start of the month to a place called Garden Cottage in Perthshire. It is open to all and I’d really recommend it if you are needing a bit of time on your own. Check it out at http://www.gardencottagespirituality.org.uk/

Yours peacefully,
Suzanne B x

Ancient apple trees outside the retreat cottage window