Imagine a beautiful Sunday in April. The garden of the church in Yverdon is gradually filling with women. Blackbirds are singing while the ladies exchange hugs. Yes, it’s going to be a beautiful day. The kitchen team is already hard at work, and the aroma of warm croissants fills the air.
The mood is cheerful. Yet the topic of the day is a serious one: Stressed? Overwhelmed? How can we find relief? Angela Nagler, a psychologist, explains what stress is and how to cope with it. Learning to observe ourselves and ask God to show us the areas of our lives that need healing. Taking care of ourselves.
Raphaël Nagler (her husband in real life) speaks to us about Jesus in difficult circumstances. How does he react to these challenging situations? “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength” Isaiah 30:15 NIV.
Then, Silvia, a nurse, suggests managing stress through our lifestyle. We listen, we reflect—alone, in small groups—and we finally realize that we have the keys that prevent being overwhelmed by the burdens that life imposes on us. “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline” 2 Timothy 1:7 NIV.
We were about sixty women who left with renewed strength. Yes, it was a beautiful day in the garden and in our hearts. Thank you to Karin, Bernadette, and everyone who made this day possible. Thank you to our Lord for the opportunity for renewal that He offers us. For the chance to cast all our cares upon Him!