This month we have been celebrating our creator God in an outdoor service with a particular focus on the wonderful gift of trees.

Worship in the Woods this month was one of the three services we hold outside during the year in spring, summer, and autumn. It gives us the opportunity to experience creation and to praise God for what he has made. We had all the elements of a church service but gathered outside. As part of the service we listened to God’s word, explored the woodland and reflected on His creation and our role in caring for it.

We listened to the gentle rustling of the trees in the breeze, the beautiful birdsong and the occasional jarring sound of aircraft overhead! But in the peaceful moments there was a real sense of connection to God and the huge diversity of the animals, insects and plants that He has created.

In addition to our worship, the May edition of the Virginia Water magazine features an article about the trees in our churchyard. You can pick up a copy in the church foyer or read it online at thevirginiawatermagazine.com May edition (page 53)