‘Not that Stratford!’

Having been sent to rejuvenate the Salvation Army’s work in Stratford a common theme and rhythm developed to ensuing conversations:

Just about everyone: ‘Do you know where you are going?’
Us: ‘Yes, we’re off to Stratford.’
Just about everyone: ‘Oh, Shakespeare country, that’ll be lovely.
Us: ‘No, not that Stratford. Stratford-upon-Thames.’
Just about everyone: ‘Oh dear, East London? I’m sorry.’

Despite the foreboding apologies, we’re really pleased to be in ‘Stratford-upon-Thames’. We’re excited to learn what God has in store. We’re eager to see the things of the Kingdom in E15. notthatstratford is the story so far.