Author Archives: Anna Burgess

The Blessing of Forced Rest

Posted on January 24, 2010 by Anna Burgess

Since landing in the UK three weeks ago, snow has been on the ground constantly.  Whilst pretty, the snow has hampered our ability to move around and the cold has forced us inside. We have been made to stop, to … Continue reading →

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Fruitfulness – In Season

Posted on November 29, 2009 by Anna Burgess

Recently I was talking to my sister about our difficult financial situation trying to work out if we had done something wrong and why when we had given in faith, so far we have not seen enough blessing returned to … Continue reading →

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Selah. Pause.

Posted on November 1, 2009 by Anna Burgess

There is something restorative about a moment of quiet. Many of us feel uncomfortable with silences – we try to fill them, we feel their unproductive, perhaps even a waste of time. But there is something incredibly beautiful that happens … Continue reading →

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“I Am Not Ashamed Of The Gospel”

Posted on October 17, 2009 by Anna Burgess

‘I am not ashamed of the gospel’.  Romans 1:16 When I read that verse, I feel a mixture of things – a challenge, a sense of unworthiness, guilt even.  Even if it is not my desire, the reality is I … Continue reading →

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Watchwoman.

Posted on September 22, 2009 by Anna Burgess

‘Be busy at home.’ That’s what my Bible says young wives and mothers should be. That phrase had always some-what bothered me.  To my perfectionist tendencies, it hinted at dawn-to-dusk ironing, washing, caring for children, husband, too-many guests, having cushions … Continue reading →

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Increasing my capacity.

Posted on July 20, 2009 by Anna Burgess

In the last month, life has gone from fast jog to sprint.  I am already a full-time Mum with two children under three. I run a home, I need to spend time with my husband and I have various ministry … Continue reading →

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Words of encouragement.

Posted on July 6, 2009 by Anna Burgess

I have the privilege of living in Lima, Peru and living my life amongst the Peruvians.  One thing that I love about them is the way that they delight in the achievements of others and encourage others so freely.  Western … Continue reading →

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The Servant Leader

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Anna Burgess

We all know that one of the main heart characteristics of a leader is to serve. Jesus washing the disciples’ feet is often the prime biblical example mentioned. But reading the story of Jesus and the Samarian woman at the … Continue reading →

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Anna Burgess

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Anna Burgess

Anna is 25 and lives in Lima, Peru with her husband Mark and her two boys (aged 3 and 1).  Anna and Mark have recently moved to a community where they are hoping to share Jesus with others, and continue … Continue reading →

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