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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
At our café service on Sunday we looked at a charity that promotes helping those in some of the poorest countries in the world to help themselves. It works by people loaning, not giving, money to help individuals establish their own businesses. Once the business is successful the loan is repaid and you can take the money back or re-invest in in another project. The excellent animated … Continue reading Lendwithcare
I recently received a trial copy of a magazine, Premier Christianity, which had in it an article by an author, Nick Page. Nick has written over 70 books, mainly on religious topics. I also had the pleasure of meeting and chatting to him recently at the annual Congregational Federation conference, where he was the principal speaker. Nick is a seriously funny man both as a writer and … Continue reading Mid-faith Crisis
This is the text of my latest ‘Credo’ article which appeared in the Newark Advertiser on Thursday 29 June. Just 4 weeks ago I retired following a career of 39 years in Local Government. As people at work heard about my imminent departure (at a relatively early age) almost without exception they asked me – ‘What are your plans for retirement?’ This early on … Continue reading Credo article
