
I managed to do the early service on Sunday, but, to be honest, only just managed. Trying to do the whole service, with no one to assist with a Bible reading or prayers, was too much for my health -- I know for the … [Read more...]
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A husband, father, and Licensed Lay Minister (Reader) reflecting on life, faith, and the prayers we pray in the Church of England

I managed to do the early service on Sunday, but, to be honest, only just managed. Trying to do the whole service, with no one to assist with a Bible reading or prayers, was too much for my health -- I know for the … [Read more...]

In yesterday's post, I mentioned that I was due to preach at our Book of Common Prayer Holy Communion service in the evening. It went better than I feared, but not as well as I hoped. I really felt the months away, … [Read more...]

This joke dropped into my inbox this week. I couldn't stop the laugh from bubbling out, so just had to share it on here. I hope you'll find it as funny as I did -- even in Lent! Lent versus Yom Kippur A priest and … [Read more...]

While browsing YouTube recently, I came across this recording of "They Will Know We are Christians by Our Love" by Jars of Clay, and thought it especially appropriate for this Week Of Prayer for Christian Unity. This is … [Read more...]

Today marks the beginning of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (18 to 25 January); although many Churches will do as we do at Godmanchester, and make it Sunday to Sunday. This year's theme, "All things in common" … [Read more...]

Today marks the beginning of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (18 to 25 January); although many Churches will do as we do at Godmanchester, and make it Sunday to Sunday (from yesterday). This year's theme, "You … [Read more...]

The Atheist and the Bear I came across this joke recently. It's one I've heard numerous times before. And every time I hear it, it makes me laugh. You may or may not have heard it yourself, but either way, … [Read more...]