The Pace of Modern Life Life is amazing, isn’t it? Compared to our grandparents, we can buy ready-made food, heat it instantly and have almost anything delivered to our door within a day. We have “time-saving” machines for washing, dishes, …
In 2026 we’re exploring God’s invitation to Draw Near. We meet outside (in the wild) embracing silence, listening, creative worship and prayer, using all of our senses as we learn new ways in which we might draw near to God, …
We live in a world that is addicted to instant results – It’s the age of the “microwave”, and it affects us all. Is it any wonder that when we come to God, we secretly expect instant transformation? But that’s …
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Lately, I’ve been digitising old video tapes from when my children were young. It’s amazing how so many memories are stored on those little tapes. I’m looking forward to showing them to my eldest, especially to point out how much …
After two years of writing and over five years with the idea rattling around in my head, it’s finally a reality. It’s been a long journey and I’ve learnt a lot about myself through the process. “Thank you” to all …
This world can be a confusing and scary place at times. Information and news can be spread instantly, over multiple platforms, it’s almost impossible to avoid it. There is always some drama or news story unfolding–another grey cloud on the …
Over the weekend I spent a day in the Avalon Marshes near Glastonbury. At the end of each day it is estimated that, at this time of year, around 1/2 million Starlings come in to roost. They begin to arrive …
When we take my 18 month old granddaughter for a walk you can see in her eyes what an incredible adventure it is. For a start there is no destination in her mind, no straight line walking. She simply walks …
At the end of a year it’s a good practice to look back and consider the events of the past 12 months. Taking time to reflect on the good times, the friendships we’ve cultivated, our achievements, our disappointments, our struggles …
Today, as I was out walking, I watched the Pilot boat heading out, no doubt to board a larger vessel, either wanting to leave the bay, or enter it via the safe channels. The Pilots know the waters well and …