On our knees one evening, God spoke
to us very clearly (it is difficult to explain
these inner messages, but many of those
reading this will understand) saying that
we were to buy one of these houses now standing
empty, its owner having left for the safety
of the country. Buy a house in that part
of London, where houses were nightly being
bombed to the ground! What could be more
stupid, and where was the money coming from?
What did God want it for anyway? "Lean
not upon your own understanding". Certainly
had we done so we would have gone no further.
Large Doors still open
wide on small hinges
This passage describes the very foundation
of the Woodlands House of Prayer Trust in
the midst of the dark years of the last
war. Prayer has been fundamental throughout
the history of the Trust and will continue
to be as we move forwards.
 Whilst
we invite and encourage Friends of the Manor
to pray for the ongoing ministry, with a
regular prayer letter and prayer diary,
Brunel Manor is a place where many people
also come and meet with God in truly amazing
ways. We provide a number of areas where
you can take time out with God, listen to
Him, and be refreshed, comforted and restored
amidst the beauty and tranquillity of these
wonderful surroundings.
The Chapel is open for all to use, and
contains a prayer book where you can record
prayer requests, pray for others and record
the ways in which the Lord has answered
prayer. Outside there is a Prayer Garden,
where many find God’s refreshing presence.
There is a prayer walk around the grounds,
with a prayer guide available from reception,
with opportunities to pray for the ministry
of the manor and the surrounding area.
Whilst here, the team are available
to pray with you. Please ask at reception
to make contact, but please note that we
do not offer a full Christian counselling
service.
The Manor affords the opportunity for personal
retreats. Many stay in the Lodge, and make
use of the usually quiet lounges there to
meet with God.
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