Busy in the Background
Over recent weeks, I’ve been very occupied with tasks related to my role as Rural Dean. Before detailing that work, […]
The Rectory
The Home of Rev Coincidence
Ridding Ourselves of our Rubbish
You may have heard the phrase, “First World problems.” It’s usually used by someone who is frustrated about something that […]
When even the best is a mixed bag
When I was a teenager, I read a funny novel about a detective whose techniques were decidedly 20th century, even […]
A New High Sheriff
Last month I had the great privilege of officiating at a special service at Wareside Church, the likes of which […]
Overcoming Writer’s Block
Somebody asked me last month how I think of the subjects to write about in these letters. I told him […]
Has the Church of England turned a corner?
Over the last few months, I have wondered whether, and if so how, to address issues that have appeared in […]
Praying for Presidents and Prime Ministers
I don’t know what your reaction is when you watch the news on television, hear it on the radio or […]
When swiping left leaves a mess
Over recent months, we have all been treated to the usual barrage of incomprehensible adverts for perfumes. Over the coming […]
Choosing Gifts
As Noddy Holder says clearly and raucously, “It’s Christmas!” Strictly speaking, it’s not even Advent as I write, but by […]
Half Mad but Quite Admirable
I read recently about an exchange of views in the “Big Brother House” that has caused a bit of a […]