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The life and thoughts of Freda Marshall, a retired Church of Scotland minister living amongst the mountains and glens of Argyll.Pages
Monthly Archives: August 2011
Secretariat
If you”re in need of some cheering up or even a good old dose of inspiration to keep going, then this is your film. I didn’t know the story of this horse so it was all a surprise to … Continue reading
Posted in Film Reviews
Tagged Feminism, Horse Racing, horses, love, Perseverence, Secretariat, Stud Farm
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Transfiguration
To make an act of worship, we bring ourselves: perhaps a little tired; perhaps a little preoccupied; expecting much, expecting little. And we bring our thoughts: some thankful and happy; some worried and anxious; some … Continue reading
Details of Banner
If you look here, you can find the details of how the 200yr celebratory banner was designed and made. As I eased myself back into Ballroom Dancing classes last night I found myself reflecting on the changing face of the … Continue reading
Posted in Blog
Tagged 200yrs Anniversary, aches and pains, Ballroom dancing, Banner, Village Activities
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Being a Minister
This is me in clerical garb getting ready to go and do a wedding yesterday. It’s been a very busy few days getting to know the families and making all sorts of arrangements. When people think about a Minister’s … Continue reading
Posted in Blog
Tagged Being busy, church, Church Leaders, God, minister, prayers, spirituality, Weddings
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Monday mornings
Monday mornings used to be kind of bitter-sweet, not so much misery coming after a weekend of fun, but more a change of pace. The weekends with a growing family of 4 sons were hectic, noisy, challenging and great fun. … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, blogging
Tagged blogging, Blogs, connection, letters, meditation, writing
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