At the moment we face strange and uncertain times as the corona virus continues to spread, resulting in most of the country cancelling social events and older and more vulnerable people being advised to stay at home. In accordance with government guidelines, church services have also been suspended until further notice.

But although services have been closed, worship has not. That is something we can all do in our own way in our homes and daily situations. This is a time when prayer is needed more than ever.

This month brings Holy Week and Easter. The Passion story includes darkness, fear, suffering and doubt, all feelings which resonate with the current situation. But at the end of it all is the resurrection, bringing light, life and hope. May that be something for us all to focus on and share at this time. For, to slightly adapt St Paul, there is nothing, not worry or uncertainty, not corona virus or isolation or even death that can ever separate us from the love of God.