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‘Wake up world!’ – Bishop calls for action after climate report Persecution of Christians set to rise in Afghanistan New network launched to support ordinands from minority ethnic backgrounds New research reveals significant contribution by cathedrals to local economies Teahouse group of Chinese heritage clergy is launched New Chair for Christian Aid Dracula isn’t here!...

St Luke – the doctor who brought good news From the Vicar The Friend at Midnight Reflected Faith Series: Sacred Things Bible Sunday – 24th October How to read the Bible How should we read the Bible? Like a pumpkin Harvest time for YOU Sorry, Lord, I just couldn’t make it ** Editor: Canon Paul...

Every person was once a sperm and an egg. Those two unique germ cells fused together, and in nine months they turned into a living, breathing, human being. One of the most important stages of this process is when each section of the body, from head to rump, takes on its identity. In this context,...

All in the month of OCTOBER Petition for annual national fundraising day for animals Defender of the Faith Fire! The UK and US in Afghanistan Zebra crossings – saving lives for 70 years ** Editor:  We continue our column that looks at memorable dates in the month (this time, OCTOBER) down the years. Here is...

 The shops are once again full of the masks, costumes and sweets of Halloween.  Your children will almost certainly want to be a part of it all, but how can you ensure they have a good time? More and more churches around the country are holding Light Parties, which allow for children to dress up...

To St Luke, a Gentile, we owe the beautifully written Gospel of Luke, and the Book of Acts.  He was a Greek physician, a disciple of St Paul, a companion on some of his missionary journeys, and an inspired writer. Luke’s gospel focuses on the compassion of Christ. His gospel contains some of the most...

This month we remember St Luke (18th October), the author of the third gospel and the Book of Acts. Throughout his writing Luke makes clear that the good news of salvation is available to all people regardless of their gender, social position, or nationality. It is believed that Luke was a doctor, and he certainly...

When you are out and about on the road far from home, ever feel tempted to pop in and explore an unfamiliar church?  If so, think of Donatus as your patron saint – and beware.  You don’t know what you may be letting yourself in for…. In 829 Donatus, an Irish monk, had completed a...

For nine days at the end of September Jewish families will have gathered to celebrate the festival of Tabernacles. It is always a happy season as adults and children alike join for their Harvest feast. Many churches will be having their own Harvest Thanksgivings at the beginning of this month. We know this was a...

Knowing how to manage your money is an essential life skill. The staff at Christians Against Poverty (CAP) offer some ways to help your children learn. Encourage a healthy attitude towards money Show them that money is a tool. It’s important to be in control of it – rather than be controlled by it. Let...

Home working, zero hours contracts, the switch to home deliveries and online retailing, and an ‘always on’ culture – the world of work is changing fast and massively, and the Covid pandemic has accelerated the upheaval. Now faith-based think tank Theos has come up with key proposals aimed at helping modern-day workers survive and thrive...

Do you value your Bible?  If so, Felix of Thibiuca (247 – 303) is a good patron saint for you.  The year was 303, and Diocletian was emperor in Rome.  In February of that year he decided that Christians were NOT a good thing. So he issued an edict:  all copies of the Christian Scriptures...