This great little project has been planned by a variety of groups, including the Lakeview Community Action Group, Woking People of Faith, and assorted residents and others. Funding and support has come from Surrey County Council, Waitrose, the Mayor , our MP and many others.
This 'Community Orchard' has the potential of being a real gift to the people in the area, providing beauty, fruit, community cooperation and much else. Please come along on Saturday, with your own garden fork & spade, to help make your mark.
The Bible is full of reflections about the way trees grow.
The Psalmist had noticed some key features of trees, and he applied them to people. ' Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked,
or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers.
2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night.
3 They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season.
Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. (Psalm 1.1-3)
or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers.
2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night.
3 They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season.
Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. (Psalm 1.1-3)
What sort of tree am I? Do I have deep roots, and do I bear fruit which reflects the beauty of character seen in Jesus? How am I nourished in drought conditions? Do I take time to keep up contacts with those who will do me good, and am I alert to make sure that I am not led into temptation?
Trees take time to grow, and we all need to patient with ourselves, as the Lord works slowly and patiently in us, for his glory.
Best wishes,
Richard
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