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- John Chrysostom (347 – 407) is the saint for anyone who applies their Christianity to public life, and also for anyone who hates travelling in bad weather. Chrysostom did both, and had trouble both times. Born into a wealthy home in Antioch, John Chrysostom studied both oratory and law. In 373 he became a monk,...13th September St John Chrysostom – living a public faith
- On Holy Cross Day the Church celebrates the Cross as a symbol of triumph, as the sign of Christ’s victory over death. Holy Cross Day goes right back to 14 September 335, and we have the mother of a Roman Emperor to thank for it. Helena was a devout Christian, and after her son, Constantine,...14th September Holy Cross Day
- Teaching people to ‘tithe’ can be a delicate matter. Some clergy teach ‘tithing’ well, and inspire their people to great generosity of spirit. Other clergy teach ‘tithing’ at least well enough, and get their people’s sluggish cooperation. But – there are clergy who teach ‘tithing’ badly – and then, watch out! St Adam (bishop 1213...15th September St Adam of Caithness – the way NOT to tithe
- Have you ever sinned since you became a Christian? Really sinned – or in other words done something that was SO wrong and totally ‘out of line’ with being a Christian that you are still ashamed when you think of it now. If so, and if you went on to ask God’s forgiveness for it,...16th September St Cornelius – the saint who had mercy on sinning Christians
- Ninian was a Celt who was born about 360, in southern Scotland. He was remarkable for two things: he was almost certainly the first man in Scotland to live in a little white stone house, and also the first to preach the gospel to the Scots. Just as remarkable: becoming the apostle to the Picts...16th September St Ninian, Bishop of Galloway – Apostle of the Picts (Scotland)
- Whatever Happened to the Customer is Always Right? How not to be a Grumpy Old Man (or Woman) Ways of keeping your home smelling fresh Coffee is good for you Are you always a bit late – for everything? How fish may help you hear Falling down the stairs Portion creep ** Editor: David Pickup,...Looking at You (all articles) for September 2023
- All in the month of September 25 years of Google Remembering the genius of JRR Tolkien Remembering W H Auden North Korea – how it all began Weather by app? Do you like the exterior lights of modern cars? Why car tyres are not good for you ** Editor: We continue our column that looks...Looking at Community (all articles) for 2023
- How to fight back against artificial intelligence Come back to church! Chinese Christians learn in small groups – thanks to Bible Society Could you volunteer to help prisoners rebuild their lives this autumn? How China is increasing persecution of Christians Compassion for those in poverty – CAP Sunday 15th October Help more children get back...Looking at the Church (all articles) for September 2023
- Joseph of Copertino (1603 – 63) should be the patron saint of all awkward people who mean well, but who drive those around them to distraction – especially their church leaders. Joseph began life in a garden shed, because his father had sold the house to pay debts. Then he grew up wandering about open-mouthed...18th September St Joseph of Copertino – the awkward saint
- Saint Matthew the tax collector From the Vicar Spiritual Disciplines: Service Reflecting faith – pews and chairs The divine Gardener God can use everything we give Him The importance in having a cause greater than yourself Don’t chase what isn’t there Feel the tug A grain of sand at a time ** Editor: Canon Paul...Looking at God (all articles) for September 2023
- Theodore had several things in common with Justin Welby: despite living in troubled times, and in the aftermath of a severe national plague, he made extensive tours of his archbishopric, spoke at many Synods, and worked tirelessly to unite the bickering factions of the Church in England. But, unlike Justin Welby, Theodore did not start...19th September Theodore of Tarsus, Archbishop of Canterbury in troubled times
- Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honour the king. 1 Peter 2:17 I sometimes wonder about the customer being right, when I am told off in shops for not doing what they want or even just asking question. Perhaps it is just me. The full phrase is “Rule number...Whatever Happened to ‘the Customer is Always Right’?