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In part 4 of our series on the Holy Spirit in John's Gospel we look at the metaphor of 'living water' used in John's Gospel, describing the Holy Spirit. We pray for this living water to flood every aspect of our lives when we have the courage simply to ask for it.

Helen speaks to us for the third in our series on the Holy Spirit in John's Gospel. John describes the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of Truth, convicting us of the truth about ourselves and the world. Helen encourages us to listen to the truth of God in our lives in a world where truth seems unimportant.

Sam speaks to us this morning for the first time at the 9.30am service about The Holy Spirit, taking his love for words and language to help understand what Jesus means when he says The Holy Spirit is the Advocate or Paraclete.

Celebrating Trinity Sunday, Andrew speaks about perhaps the most misunderstood person of the trinity, for our first part of our teaching series 'The Holy Spirit in John's Gospel.' Sharing his own experience and spirituality, Andrew encourages us to understand the Holy Spirit as with us and in us, to be open to God's presence and action within us through a diversity of spiritual practice.

John speaks to us for the final time at St. Mary's before leaving, encouraging us to remember that 'we are witnesses every time we come out of the front door!' By our redeemed lives will we proclaim the gospel to our neighbours.

Mark speaks to us about this seemingly insignificant encounter between Lydia and Paul, which ultimately lead to the growth of the church in Philippi which became a centre for Christianity in early Church History. Through reading scripture we are invited to allow our preconceptions to be challenged and to allow our vision to be changed so we can see the significance of small actions done out of obedience to God and love of his creation.

Helen speaks to us about Jesus' final days before the victory of the cross, comforting his disciples and giving them the new commandment, to love each other. It is through the wonderful gift of the Holy Spirit that our hearts are enlarged to love one another, just as Jesus has first loved us.

Andrew speaks to us about Peter's experience of the risen Christ, with Christ's challenging question 'do you love me?' This love which Christ convicts Peter of he gives us the same commandment, to feed his sheep.

Mark speaks on our culture of conspiracy theories and scripture, reflecting on the example of Thomas. A person who was willing to ask questions and to dig deeper into the mysteries of faith. Thomas is a hero for our time, not just a 'doubter,' but an example for the church to question and through experience find the faith to say 'my Lord and my God.'

Andrew reflects on our celebration of Easter & our journey towards the startlingly humble risen Christ, who chooses us, yes us(!), to bring his good news to others.