Ruthie Thomas
Ruthie is a modern day hymn writer, author and poet. She studied at the School of English, King Alfred’s University College, Winchester, where she received her MA. A collection of her songs ‘You can’t keep a good song down’ is published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. Ruthie is the creator of the Heaven Direct Music Catalogue (heavendirectmusic.org) which contains her latest response to the coronavirus, ‘No other place to go’.
The cross is raised
6 January 2022I knew back then, as I listened to the gospel message for the umpteenth time, that in these moments there was a supernatural clearing and connection of God’s Spirit to mine. I knew then that when I departed this human body I would without a doubt be held to answer for life’s most important question. So there sitting in a church pew and believing, I considered how I had always attempted to be true to myself and now here was that challenge again. Without emotion, I made my decision. Jesus had…
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Our songs of praise in our private place
24 August 2020Due to the potential increased risk of coronavirus transmission from airborne droplets, the Government has issued restrictions and guidance concerning communal singing in churches. While we know that such measures are necessary to help keep ourselves and others safe, many will find it a great challenge not being able to connect with fellow believers and God through praise and worship songs as we continue to return to our church buildings. We’re not to lose heart, however, as this does allow…
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