Our children help us see the world through different eyes. Our daughter works in Austin, Texas, and two visits to…
Grenfell, Carillion and Life’s Priorities
Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold; Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world, The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere…
The Royal Wedding and the Balm in Gilead
There was the blazing colour of it all, reflected in the people, the clothes and the ceremonial; there were the…
Pentecost Reflection 2018
Somebody once said that Jerusalem is the heart of the world, and when the heart is sick then the whole…
Easter Day 2018
'Alleluia! Christ is risen! He is risen indeed. Alleluia!' These words echo in many churches, in many congregations, in many…
Easter Reflection 2018
Since attending the Paralympic Games that took place in London, 2012, I have always been encouraged and inspired by paralympians. …
The Priorities of Jesus Christ and the Music of Faith
People were attracted to Jesus like iron filings are attracted to a magnet. He was particularly popular with the ordinary…
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The Slippery Slopes of Beauty – Reflections after a Skiing Accident
It was a perfect day for cross-country skiing. The snow was light and crisp. The cloudless sky made the snow…
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The Battle Between Good and Evil
Looking at this picture (left), we see a child sheltering his sister from bombs in Syria. The picture is both…
Wassailing in a Digital Age: Challenges to Society and Church
Just as many were taking down their Christmas decorations and continuing to enjoy presents powered by the micro-chip, groups of…
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Christmas Reflection 2017
Christmas is a celebration of new life and new possibilities. At the heart of this celebration is the birth of…
Carols and Hymns as Christian Folk Songs
‘Let me write the hymns of the Church and I care not who writes the theology,’ wrote Dr. R.W.Dale, minister…
Jesus Christ the Talent-Spotter
Hands up if you have ever watched ‘Britain’s got talent’ (BGT). As most of you will know, BGT looks for…
Zimbabwe and the Parable of the Talents
Over the last few days we have been watching a political dynasty, built up over 37 years, unravelling before us. …
‘Come and See’ Burrswood Celebrates Something New
If ever love, healing, forgiveness and reconciliation were needed in our world and in our lives, now is the time. …
Bishop Brian Castle 