Image obviously by Van Gogh and points to the well-known gospel story this Sunday. How can we say something fresh about this? Or is that asking the wrong question? Do we notice that this story is an answer to a question? Or do we notice it doesn’t actually answer the question, who is my neighbour
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Sunday afternoon I went for a walk in the winter sunshine to one of the less-affluent parts of town, to one of my favourite cafes. Along the way I spotted the above billboard. It’s the first one I’ve seen since they were put up a few days ago. I’m fascinated by the use of the
OK, don’t be shy. Take a guess who said the following? [ie. don’t research it! Some of you will know – don’t spoil it for the others by giving all the details; only add your “guess” in the comments if it is a guess; if you know, don’t spoil it for others 🙂 ]: From
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This reflection follows the first on the sign of the cross. The following two videos give insights from the Orthodox perspective. Sign of the cross Part 3
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Fresh expressions – towards a dialogue Antipodean internet responses to the Church of England report A Mixed Economy for Mission (PDF) have been falling over themselves with unalloyed fervour and praise. Certainly there is much of value in this and its earlier report, Mission-shaped Church (PDF). But anyone who has previously seen the church’s enthusiasm
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How much scripture was read in your church community last Sunday? If you go to a synagogue, for thousands of years they have systematically read through the scriptures. Some part of the readings may form the basis of a sermon, but the readings do not have a narrow “theme” – those listening can allow God,
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collect/opening prayer reflection July 4 and week following [NZPB] collect/opening prayer reflection July 4 and week following [Common Worship CofE] BCP (TEC): O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to your with
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