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Have you ever wondered what Christians mean by "my quiet time"?

Have you ever asked a Christian what they do during their "quiet time"?

Well come join me Susan Downie on my journey over the next year as we explore "My quiet time" together with friends and family gaining insight into the What When Where How and Why we have these "Quiet times"

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Episodes

Sunday Feb 22, 2026

Host Susan Downie invites you into her quiet time as she reads and reflects on 1 Peter 5:1–6, written to a persecuted early church. She explores Peter’s instructions to elders and younger members, focusing on humble service, shepherding, and mutual submission.
Using examples from Scripture and her experience leading worship with younger team members, Susan encourages listeners to choose humility over pride, serve willingly, and keep their eyes on the chief Shepherd and the eternal reward ahead.
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Saturday Feb 21, 2026

Host Susan Downie invites you into a 15-minute quiet time exploring 1 Peter 4:12–19 and what it means to suffer as a Christian.
This episode reflects on suffering as an expected part of faith, the call to rejoice in sharing in Christ’s sufferings, and the encouragement to commit to God and continue doing good amid trials.
 
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Friday Feb 20, 2026

Host Susan Downie  leads a 15-minute quiet time reading and reflecting on Psalm 34 for Day 2 of Lent. She reads the psalm, prays, and shares personal insights and background on David's story, connecting its message to everyday trust and deliverance.
The episode explores the theme "taste and see" — inviting listeners to trust God's goodness, seek refuge in Him, and consider simple Lenten practices that draw them closer to God.
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Thursday Feb 19, 2026

Join Susan Downie on Coffee, Cake and Chatte as she marks Day 1 of Lent with a brief reflection on 1 Peter 4:7–11. She discusses the urgency of “the end is near,” the call to be alert and sober-minded for prayer, and the command to love deeply, offer hospitality, and use our gifts to serve so that God is praised.
Practical takeaways include finding quiet times to pray (early mornings or journaling), considering corporate Lenten practices like fasting or digital detox, and living as visible witnesses of Christ in daily life.  Finishing with the doxology : To him be the glory and the power forever. Amen.
 
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Wednesday Feb 18, 2026

Host Susan Downie invites listeners into a 15-minute quiet time reading and reflection on 1 Peter 4:1-6, recorded on Ash Wednesday. She explains the meaning of ashes, the purpose of Lent, and how suffering and self-discipline help align our lives with Gods will.
The episode encourages practical habits of fasting, prayer, and self-control as ways to turn from sin and live for the gospel, acknowledging the cost of discipleship while pointing to eternal rewards.
 
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Tuesday Feb 17, 2026

In episode 8 Susan Downie reads 1 Peter 3:18–22 and explores why Jesus suffered and how obedience draws us closer to God. She reflects on the spiritual meaning of Christ's path and how it relates to personal growth and faith.
Susan also shares a personal testimony about a five‑year no‑caffeine fast, the power of persistent prayer, and the surprising way God answered with a family miracle—an encouragement to trust and obey through the journey.
 
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Monday Feb 16, 2026

Join Susan Downie in a reflective episode of Coffee, Cake and Chatte where she walks through 1 Peter 3:8–17, exploring why Peter repeatedly addresses suffering and how believers are called to respond with humility, compassion, and steadfast faith. Through personal stories and clear breakdowns of the passage, Susan outlines three practical lists—mind, body, and soul—that guide Christians in doing good, enduring hardship, and inheriting a blessing.
 
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Saturday Feb 14, 2026

Host Susan Downie reads 1 Peter 3:1-7 on Valentine’s Day, reflecting on marriage, submission, prayer, and living out faith in relationships. She shares personal stories, Proverbs that challenged her, and practical encouragement for wives, husbands, and anyone navigating broken or restored relationships.
The episode invites listeners to grow inwardly in faith, to model Christ like behavior, and to seek fellowship and prayer whether single, married, or recovering from divorce.
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Thursday Feb 12, 2026

This episode reflects on 1 Peter 2:18–25 and what it means to suffer well: to commit no sin, speak no deceit, make no threats, and entrust ourselves to God — following Jesus’ ongoing example who bore our sins and endured unjust suffering.
Practical reflections ask whether we worship comfort or Christ, encourage prayerful training through daily spiritual practices, and remind listeners in abusive situations to seek help while trusting God’s ultimate judgment.
 
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

Wednesday Feb 11, 2026

Host Susan Downie invites listeners into her unedited morning quiet time, reflecting on Exodus 17:8–15 and the name Jehovah Nissi (The Lord is my banner) inspired by Tony Evans. She shares how Moses, Joshua, Aaron and Hur illustrate God’s presence in personal and communal battles.
Through personal anecdotes—her dyslexia, a surprising Scrabble victory, and a family member’s cancer fight—Susan encourages listeners to recognize unseen battles, ask God for companions to stand with them, and trust that God is with them in the fight.
 
To contact Susan email: team@adventworldwide.co.uk
Visit Website: Adventworldwide.co.uk
To contact Susan  use either of the following: Team@adventworldwide.co.uk  Visit the Charity website on : https://www.adventworldwide.co.uk/This Podcast is not monetized but any donations would be welcomed with thanks. If you like what you hear please subscribe to receive archived episodes, like and share to spread the Word. Coming Soon: Testimonies of Grace   @COFFEE CAKE & CHATTE!! LIVE Live  Recorded interviews  Date : Every 3rd Friday of the month. Next event May 15th listen to an interview with Liz Barratt a Good Friend ,Psychotherapist and Spiritual director as she shares her lifes journey that has brought her to this point.  Advent Worldwide have been part of discipleship initiatives in Canada, Uganda, Kenya and Uk and they all bring a story of their own to the table.  Don't Miss out  ! Join the conversation at   Team@Adventworldwide.co.uk So that you can be added to the list of recipients of the  Link for the next recorded Live show scheduled 15th May 2026.

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