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This month starts with Easter, which is a lovely thought. Whatever else, Easter speaks of new life, of fresh starts and the return of hope. The whole traditional story is about darkness defeated by a light which can never be extinguished. That’s why, in our hemisphere, Easter seems to fit in well with the changing...

“For the message of the Cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God” (1 Corinthians 1:18) Jesus died on a Cross.  So what?  That is the reaction of most people today.  They have seen crucifixes, and vaguely know the story of His...

The road to Emmaus – one of the best short stories in the world The story of the two disciples walking the road between Jerusalem and Emmaus on the first Easter day is ‘one of the immortal short stories of the world’ (W. Barclay). Their encounter with the risen Christ is also a model for...

What is God like? Christians believe that the planet on which we live is not here by accident. The progress of the universe from a particle of matter to a human being living in the vast expanses of space was brought about by the plan of God. The Bible describes God as: Everywhere God doesn’t...

Looking at God Victory over Dragons From the vicar The return of hope  Only one way to God The road to Emmaus – one of the best short stories in the world God is able to bless us abundantly What is God like? Mary and Me How passion flowers got their name Good likeness Follow...

Looking at God God So Loved the World From the Minister God is able to forgive THE WAY I SEE IT:  Mothers and Mothering Celebrating Easter – how do various Christians do it? The legacy of mothers in the Bible  The story behind the hymn: ‘Christ Arose!’   ** Editor:  The Revd. Paul Hardingham, Rector...

During this month Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day, share the same date! It seems an odd mix, yet there is an obvious link: love! Lent, beginning on Ash Wednesday, is about learning how to love God more, as we give Him space in our lives. It’s also an opportunity to reflect on Jesus’ experience in...

During this month Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day, share the same date! It seems an odd mix, yet there is an obvious link: love! Lent, beginning on Ash Wednesday, is about learning how to love God more, as we give Him space in our lives. Jesus was led into the desert by the Spirit (1),...

 ‘Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised.’ (Romans 4:20,21). How good are we at keeping our promises? Paul sppaks of a God who is able to...

The king was greatly distressed, but because of his oaths and his dinner guests, he did not want to refuse her. So, he immediately sent an executioner with orders to bring John’s head. The man went, beheaded John in the prison, and brought back his head on a dish. He presented it to the girl,...

God obviously approves of romance – after all, putting Adam and Eve alone together in the Garden of Eden was His idea.  And romance – love between a man and a woman – has been around ever since. The history of the Israelites began with three great romances:   Abraham and Sarah.  Isaac and Rebekah.  Jacob...

Better is open rebuke than hidden love. Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.  Proverbs 27:5-6  As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. Proverbs 27:17 I remember it really clearly: stood in the kitchen of my student house, clutching a cup of tea, and being told – in...