Every milestone in a relationship deserves to be celebrated. Abbey United Reformed Church in Romsey – the church by the arch – is inviting couples to attend a special service to remember the promises made to each other and the life built together. This will be held at the church by the arch, opposite TSB in Romsey, on Sunday, 15 February at 10.30am to celebrate the love and partnerships in people’s lives. They look forward to welcoming back as many couples who were married in the church as possible. This service is also open to anyone who wishes to celebrate the love and meaningful relationships in their life.
The service will be led by Revd Mike, and Revd Terry Hinks will be welcomed back to Abbey URC to give the reflection in this service. There will be hymns, readings, and music, plus a prayer celebrating the blessings marriage or partnerships have brought us, and asking for forgiveness for the times when we have fallen short of our promises to each other. This is also an opportunity to remember and reflect for those whose partners are no longer with us or whose marriages have not stood the test of time. It is important to take time to celebrate special relationships and love, remembering the joy, laughter, and support experienced in our lives.
While St Valentine’s Day is often marked with cards and flowers and seen as a celebration for couples, it is also a time to pray for guidance in relationships, strength in marriage, hope in seeking a soulmate, and for God’s love to fill us with patience, kindness, and faithfulness. For some, it is a joyful occasion celebrating new love, long partnerships or cherished memories. For others, it can be a difficult time, particularly for those who are alone or grieving the loss of a loved one.
If you are struggling at this time, there will be small pocket hugs in the shape of hearts on the church railings for you to take and place in your pocket – keep it with you and know you are in their prayers.
For further information regarding Abbey URC please visit their website www.abbeyurc.org.uk or find them on social media.
