There is an overwhelming sense of powerlessness about the current situation in Gaza.

On Tuesday night, 29th July, between 6.30 and 7.30 at St Bartholomew’s Church Meltham, a Silent Prayer Vigil for Gaza will be held.

The purpose is to give the people in Meltham, whether of faith or no faith at all, the opportunity of coming, having a time of reflection and, if appropriate for them, to pray and to light a candle symbolizing a hope of light in this current appalling darkness.

It may seem a very small symbolic gesture in the face of all that is happening.

It is an issue very close to the heart of many in Meltham. All will be very welcome.