It is at this time when we think about the ministry of the church today. Not many of us are given a new name, but many of us are called to new and exciting ministries.

‘God anointed Jesus with power’: yes, God’s power was evident, as he taught and as he fed people in amazing ways.

It is also the summit of the mountain we are climbing as we see the grand vista that hope in Christ gives.

It’s easy, when we are involved in a conflict, to concentrate solely on winning the struggle.  But “then what?”  What will happen afterwards? 

We are celebrating Christ’s resurrection, the event that remade us as Easter people, a rebirth-the spring-of our own lives of faith.

Having walked the road of Lent and Holy week, of foot washing, agape meals, silence and Good Friday we are now almost at that time.

I want to tell you about something I find achingly beautiful - something that blows my mind and heals my soul. Did you know that 'Jesus'...

In John’s Gospel this week some of those closest to Jesus are beginning to understand where the road to Jerusalem is leading

This week we have a mini pause from Lent and celebrate "Mothering Sunday". A  mix of traditions and emotions

But there is another much deeper and richer meaning to what it means to be “holy”. It is to have something of God about you.

Whilst our other period  of preparation at Advent is one of joyous anticipation, Lent is more poignant and sober, but also a time of beauty

Lent is a season to be more attentive to the presence of God, and our neediness.

Lent is rapidly approaching. Lent has traditionally been used as a time for reflection and self-examination. It is a time we can consider...

However, change is bittersweet. It’s endings as well as beginnings, and our Candlemas text reminds us of a moment of change and transfer.

We do so always in trust - that like Jesus,  that they will be received, blessed, adored and recognised for who they are.

Dear All Saints and St Marys If you only heard one word from the mouth of Jesus, what might that be?  ‘Love’.  ‘God’.  No, I suggest that...

Happy Gaudete! What a great word to say and reflect on. It is a word that has been set to many a tune-a gift of an earworm for your weekend!

However, it is a reminder to me that peace is hard won, however uncomfortable that may be.

As we begin Advent, we are asked to begin again. To start afresh with God. To come with all hopes, dreams, worries & fears & lay them out.

The Beatitudes recognises and values the poor, grieving, downtrodden, the lowest in society