I was listening to the radio on Sunday morning (15th August) with a heavy heart. Voices from Afghanistan were describing…

I was listening to the radio on Sunday morning (15th August) with a heavy heart. Voices from Afghanistan were describing…
While the Church of England has been debating church growth and the aspiration to create ten thousand new Christian communities…
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I live in a small village on Exmoor, Somerset, with a very fine thirteenth century church at its heart. In…
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I am writing for three reasons. First I would like to congratulate you on your election as MP for Bridgwater…
Recently I visited the Gardens of Eden. It was a remarkable experience. Leaving behind a cold, wet, dreary Britain depressed…
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The Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris has been badly damaged by fire over the last few days. Pictures from…