Quartz
Today is David Bowies Birthday. This post is inspired by one of the songs he wrote. In Quartz we have practiced techniques known as Lectio Divina, and Terra Divina. These inform contribute to various attempts to increase the practice of the presence of God. Music is important in the life of many worshiping communities. I […]
Whilst looking for something else I was stumbled upon this wee presentation. It is a review of the projects we grouped together under the name of “Outerweave”. Coming soon in 2026 we will be running some Quartz “Faith and Art” workshops. 4 sessions of 2 hrs each. #sensingspirituality, drawing thoughts, weaving connections, colouring light. They […]
Here is a collection of the images that have been on the Quartz website in Advent. The theme celebrates the miracle that flesh thinks. Dust and breath combine. From the beginning, and for ever. Canopy of stars St John’s building is open for prayer and reflection. We have filled the sky indoors with echos of […]
Here is a collection of posters with information about what is on around Dumfries this Advent and Christmas! 4pm Christingles! Candles, fruit, deep symbolism – and sweets. What could be more family friendly 🙂 The River of Life are offering food to give away and a warm place to gather. More information about what’s on […]
Assembly This is an assembly which Simon will present at DHS in the run up to Christmas. This is part of “Time for Reflection” in Schools. These can be described as events which provide the pupils with an opportunity to reflect on the invisible qualities which make human being more than simply the physical senses. […]
We are not gathering as Forest Church this month. Instead of our usual 3rd Sunday meet up, people are sending in photos of their experiences of God where they are. A common theme that arises while we discuss Forest Church is the relationship between “nature” and “not nature”. As humans we are always part of […]
Throughout advent Quartz members have been sending in texts, links and photos as examples of moments when they have recognised the presence of God in everyday life. We have a WhatsApp group where we share these. They encourage us to practice #SensingSpirituality in every day life. The more you practice the better you get at […]
Here is a collection of posters with information about what is on around Dumfries this Advents and Christmas! The last contemporary service for the year (or 1st for the new church year) will be on Sunday the 14th of December – the theme is “Signs” The River of Life are offering food to give away […]
This advent season we are asking people to send in links, photos, and other accounts of the ways in which they are meeting with God. One of these is a booklet called “Craft as Worship”. This is available on line, along with other resources Click this to find a tree of links It was written […]
The star canopy is in place. It was set up to mark the beginning of advent, because it is good to celebrate a new year. These is still plenty of time to reflect on hopes and add them to the collection of stars though. We invite you to drop in to St Johns, and take […]