After World War II (WWII) was over, a party of church leaders from West Germany visited Moscow to begin a…
With Christmas packed away, do we forget it until next December?
Last Monday, the day after 12th night, Jane and I packed away Christmas. We took down the cards. We dismantled…
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The Christmas Love Story
Tonight we have come together to hear again and celebrate a love story. Not a Mills and Boon kind of…
Remembrance Sunday 2019 – Patriotism is Not Enough
‘I wasn’t brave. I was lucky. I was just doing a job…’ These were the words of 94 year old…
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Where are Life’s Priorities?
The newly appointed chief executive (CEO) of Black and Decker called a meeting of his management team. He had in…
St. Peter’s on the Quay, Minehead: Refuge, Journeying & Salt-store
If stones can speak, the stones around this harbour can tell us many stories. They could speak of the significant…
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Pentecost 2019
Let me introduce you to Ruby, a guide dog puppy being trained by my wife, Jane. In time, and provided…
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…
Easter Day 2018
'Alleluia! Christ is risen! He is risen indeed. Alleluia!' These words echo in many churches, in many congregations, in many…
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 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…
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. …
Stogumber Music Festival – The Power of Song
This evening we celebrate church and community enjoying each other’s company, drawn together by the gift of music. Over these…
