Maria Rodrigues

Love Jesus | Love the great outdoors | Interim Programme Manager for Premier Christian Radio | Cor et Lumen Christi | Views my own

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

As we await the announcement this morning of who the new Archbishop of Canterbury will be (10am UK time), I'm profoundly aware of the contrasting theologies held within the Anglican communion on different issues, and therefore the need for #prayer as this news is unveiled. 🙏

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

@alison_whitwell The last few have been 2 or 3 days... so if this follows suit maybe by Friday evening?

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

I took this photo in 2013. The balcony prepared for a new Pope. Today the #conclave has begun. The 1st smoke due shortly. There are Pope outfits ready in different sizes for whoever gets elected! But rather than speculate over who it will be, I choose to pray: Come, Holy Spirit!

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

Good Friday is not the end of the story. Death is not the end of our stories either. We have the hope of heaven, where there is no pain or weeping. #GoodFriday #Easter #Sundayisc

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

@JusBrierley Always cutting edge, Justin. One step ahead of the Waterloo and City line!

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

@benedictrogers @PremierRadio It was actually @MadelineKerzner who interviewed you, I think, but it sounds like you had a good time!

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

@alison_whitwell And to you, Alison. Every blessing.

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

This #Easter Sunday, consider the evidence for #Jesus and ask God if he's real. Don't miss out on the greatest #love of all time!

C.S.Lewis: "Christianity, if false, is of no importance, and if true, of infinite importance. The only thing it cannot be is moderately important."

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

Things don't have to be perfect this #Christmas, joy can be found in the humility of a manger.

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

@TransformingBeh Wow. Hidden talents!

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

Being kinder to yourself doesn't mean letting yourself give up on your dreams and vision, it means cheering yourself on to get back up after set-backs or disappointment.

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

"If all flowers wanted to be roses, nature would lose her springtime beauty and the fields would no longer be decked out with little wildflowers." - St Therese of Lisieux reminding us that if we all try to be the same, the world would be a less beautiful place.

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

The question to ask is not WHETHER we will fail in life, but HOW we will deal with failure. Don't let one disappointment or negative word stop you from pursuing your dreams.

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

We all need people in our lives who will encourage us to step out of our comfort zones. Sometimes others can see potential in us that we cannot see in ourselves. I'm truly grateful for all the times I've grown because others gave me a loving push. Encourage someone today!

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

Before most of the nation awakens, there are individuals and groups across the land up at dawn, interceding for our world and drawing close to God to get strength before the day ahead. They might be unseen behind closed doors, but they do not go unheard -God is listening. #prayer

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

SHINE BRIGHTLY! // Sometimes the impact of our lives can seems small. Be reminded that a tiny acorn has the potential to one day provide shade for many people as it becomes a might oak tree. So don't despise the day of small beginnings. Keep seeking to use your life for good.

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

You are more than your grades. Some people do poorly in exams, but go on to be successful entrepreneurs or world changers. Others get great grades, but many years later still can't work out what to do with life. Don't stress. Dream big! #ResultsDay2023 #alevels2023 #alevels

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

Prayer is about presence, relationship, longing and heart connection. It's about gazing and adoring, not just asking for things. #Intercession is important, powerful and necessary, but if that is our only form of #prayer then we are not experiencing the fullness of God's design.

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

What we fill our ears, eyes, hearts and minds with affects the output in our lives. Give us wisdom, Lord, and a hunger to be the purest channels possible of your love and power to a hurting world. #prayer

[Maria Rodrigues @WomaninLondon]

@RPaulDavies @PremierRadio It was so good the hear something of the journey the Lord has taken you on. You can listen back to the conversation here: https://t.co/CiCgJcBVP9