Thought for the month

Thought for May 2026

I wonder what you think about when you consider the month of May. For me it is when Spring is at its most glorious. The warmth of the sun brings with it beautiful gardens with butterflies and bees busying themselves. It is a time when we Spring clean our houses and gardens, clearing out the old stuff and planting the new, or maybe decorating and such like.

For the church May is a month of renewal and grace, traditionally dedicated to Mary, encouraging reflection on quiet faith and growth. As spring peaks in the UK, we focus on "Thy Kingdom Come" (Ascension to Pentecost), finding hope in God’s presence, and nurturing spiritual growth through prayer.

But what about in our own lives? May can be a time when we let go of the old anxieties and things that trouble us. A time to plant other things in our lives, more positive things, and look forward to them bearing fruit in the future

Philippians 4:6-7 instructs believers to replace anxiety with prayer, petition, and thanksgiving, promising that God's peace, which surpasses human understanding, will guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. It is a call to trust God with specific needs, offering a spiritual remedy for worry.

“Let yourself bloom, even if no one's watching.”

Les Smith