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A new facility for all users of our hall (and members of our church.) We are developing a library of books about religion and Christianity for anyone who might be interested in finding out more. They are free for anyone to borrow – all that we ask is that you put the title of the book you have borrowed, your name and contact number on … Continue reading Church Library
Our latest Film Club session saw us talking about ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri’. It has to be said at the outset that if you are offended by bad language then this might not be the film for you. But if you are prepared to put up with that (and I think the film is much more realistic for the swearing being in there) then … Continue reading Film Club
Here’s my New Year Credo article as seen in the Newark Advertiser Mark “Marley was dead, to begin with.” Sometimes an author comes up with a first line that is so memorable that almost everyone knows it and can tell you the title of the book just from those few words. Read or hear the 6 words above and you know it’s “A Christmas Carol” … Continue reading Credo – January 2019
I think that Desert Island Discs is the best programme on the radio – never miss it. I’ve just caught up with this week’s edition featuring leading cosmologist Professor Carlos Frenk. Cosmologists are scientists who specialise in looking at the origin and evolution of the universe. So there’s a lot of discussion in this edition about the Big Bang, Dark Matter and Dark Energy. (Don’t … Continue reading Desert Island Discs
I wasn’t sure whether I was going to watch the Royal Wedding. But I’m really glad I did. Of course the setting looked glorious in the spring sunshine, the pomp and ceremony were as good as it gets, the music was splendid and the bride looked beautiful (as all brides do – but what a lovely smile). The thing that made it for me though … Continue reading Royal Wedding Sermon
A friend posted this on Facebook. Follow the link and have a look at the video. Looking at the moon through a telescope. Knowing the science behind creation doesn’t stop us from feeling awe and the presence of God. Mark Continue reading The Wonders of Creation
Here’s the text of the latest in my series of articles for the ‘Credo’ slot in the Newark Advertiser. I am studying for a B.A. degree in Practical Theology at York St John University. 18 months to go and (if I work hard and get the grades) I’ll be graduating. One of the topics we looked at recently was the issue of slavery. It was … Continue reading Credo
Hi there In case you haven’t seen it I’d like to bring to your attention a TV programme – ‘A Vicar’s Life’ on BBC 2. A Vicar’s Life The programme follows the working lives of 4 Church of England priests in Herefordshire. Just for once television presents a very positive perspective on the things they do and the impact of their faith on helping others and … Continue reading A Vicar’s Life
Here’s the text of my latest article – from this week’s Newark Advertiser. Mark I’ve been reading a book. It’s called ‘The Great Spiritual Migration’ by Brian D. McLaren and it’s about ‘seeking a better way to be a Christian’. If you’re prepared to be a little bit open-minded about your faith, or if you’re exploring faith and looking for a fresh view on what … Continue reading Credo – December 2017
On Monday 11 December at 19.00 we will be holding our annual Carol Concert to support the excellent work of Beaumond House hospice here in Newark. The concert will feature carols to sing along with , seasonal readings of various types and a performance of several pieces of Christmas music by Just Sing! Newark’s community choir. Following requests last year there will be more opportunity to join … Continue reading Carol Service – 11 December 2017
