Faith & Fellowship at St Laurence’s, Cambridge

At St Laurence’s Catholic Church, parishioners gathered in joyful spirit on 19 April for the Divine Mercy Chaplet, led by Fr Alex Sunny. The occasion was marked by prayerful devotion and a memorable change in the weather, which many present felt deepened the sense of blessing on the day.

Proceedings began with a procession through the local streets, accompanied by prayer and a strong sense of community. With the sun shining at the outset, spirits were high as parishioners set out together. However, as the procession progressed, the weather changed dramatically, and a sudden downpour of rain and hail swept over the group.

Undeterred, those taking part continued steadfastly, embracing the unexpected conditions with good humour and quiet determination. Their perseverance reflected the depth of faith and unity within the parish community.

As the procession returned to the church, the skies cleared and the sun reappeared, an uplifting moment that many saw as a fitting sign as the chaplet continued indoors. The service concluded in a spirit of gratitude and joy, with attendees speaking warmly of a day that had been both meaningful and memorable.

It was, by all accounts, an occasion marked not only by prayer and devotion, but also by a shared sense of blessing, experienced both in the challenges faced together and in the fellowship that followed.

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