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It’s been seven weeks now since the lockdown started and this is what it’s like living in a clergy home. My mum is at home all the time! Her clergy robes hang in the hallway and also on the washing … Continue reading →

Something has changed over the last couple of months and I’m loving it! My human mum used to go out of the house and leave me with Alex for an eternity. I’ve been begging my mum to stay at home … Continue reading →

Every Church of England preacher loves a bit of alliteration; the gospel message using three headings all of the same letter. However, this is how life in lockdown can be. Living life in Lycra Leggings Having been used to wearing … Continue reading →

It seems quite a while ago since being in discussion about Taizé Services for 2020. The first, held on 16th February, was much enjoyed, but little did we realise then how much our worship was about to be affected. The … Continue reading →

Fortunately, for those of us hoping to become ordinands and train for the priesthood—and I do know that we’re pretty rare birds!– the selection process is not a competition—not a zero-sum game where there is a limited number of places.  … Continue reading →

Hoping you’re all enjoying the garden whilst the sun shines and perhaps doing a bit of pruning? I’m enjoying the daily reflections in Bible Reading Fellowship notes at the minute –( speak to Janet Neilson if you’d like a copy!)- … Continue reading →

Ten days since I last shared my thoughts on lockdown, I would love to be able to tell you that I have achieved all the jobs that I’ve been putting off for ages, but I can’t. I have got closer … Continue reading →

Bishop Keith recently asked us to consider this question “What does a good day look like?” I’ve been pondering that question and I thought I would share some thoughts with you. Starting the day well: Waking up with unresolved worry … Continue reading →

It’s all too easy to focus on the negatives when life gets a little tough. So, this week I’ve been writing a list of all the positives about ministering online during the lock down. Here are my top ten: 10. … Continue reading →

Is it wrong to giggle at the Scripture? Are there jokes in the Bible? I ask because for some time now, the morning prayer group have found it difficult to contain themselves when reading Psalm 44 verse 12: “You sold … Continue reading →