Met up with 2 great people today.

Caught up with Rachael from YFC Church Resource this morning at the Tate Britain over coffee. It was a good use of time. I arrived early and so used my membership to grab a quick look at the Constable 6 footers. Constable is not really my style but you have to admit the work is the work of a master. I was struck by the fact that each 6 foot painting had a rough 6 foot painting next to it. I would have been happy with the ‘rough sketch’ although the actual masterpiece was faultless.

I can’t say I had a favourite because, as I said, this is not really my style of work but I was struck by one painting of Salisbury cathedral where Constable had painted a great arching rainbow over the cathedral. It was like he was making a statement that despite the turmoil the church finds itself in, God’s promise will still prevail. Whether that is through the church, or despite it as we know it, is another debate. Seems like not a lot has changed since the 1800’s!

In the afternoon I met up with my good friend Jeremy for lunch at the RSA. We chatted about a few things including how YFC could support the churches of his area which could be an exciting opportunity.
It was good to be able to chat in relaxed surroundings, catch up and explore some ideas. The lunch was pretty good too!

On my way home I managed to pop into the Bill Viola exhibition at The Haunch of Venison. Thanks Jonny for the tip. This was foolish as I did not have enough time to be there to fully appreciate this, so I will have to return – but it will have to be quick as its only there until September 2nd.