The prophet Jonah is mentioned three times in the Gospels when Jesus refers to ‘the sign of Jonah.’ In the Old Testament he was swallowed by a large fish, traditionally a whale, and in its belly for three days and three nights. It is easy to see in that sign a reference to the death …
‘He gave us eyes to see them’: early Persian painting of Jonah and whale Read More »
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has launched a free national phone line as a simple new way to bring worship and prayer into people’s homes while church buildings are closed because of the coronavirus. Daily Hope, which is available from today, offers music, prayers and reflections as well as full worship services from the …
Where is God in a Coronavirus World? By John Lennox, The Good Book Company, £2.48 We are living through a unique, era-defining period. Many of our old certainties have gone, whatever our view of the world and whatever our beliefs. The coronavirus pandemic and its effects are perplexing and unsettling for all of us. How do …
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Eve Lockett contributes our latest Thought for the Day: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy …
Join us for our weekly online service as we continue to celebrate Easter. This week Jonathan is leading and Chris Scruby is preaching from Luke’s gospel on the risen Jesus‘ appearance to two of his friends on the road to Emmaus. (Luke 24:13-35). Jean and Colin Entwistle are leading our prayers, and we have another …
Dear friends, Difficulties in life will either drive us away from God or they drive us deeper into his arms. The worst part of suffering is the damage it can do to our view of God, our relationship with him. Feelings of abandonment creep in: Why did he let this happen? Anger. A loss of …
Join us for our online service as we continue to celebrate Easter. Eve Lockett is leading, Helen Azer is preaching and Jonathan is leading our intercessions. All the words are on screen, but if you would prefer a printed order of service you can download one here: You will also be able to access this service by …
We saw this on Facebook and loved it so I’ve decided to share it here for those of you who don’t do social media. I think it speaks for itself!
The Lockdown Starter Bible is a great new resource which people can access immediately in their own homes. The Starter Bible is a kind of Bible overview, but told in the Bible’s own words. Everything needed is to be found on lockdownstarterbible.com. The Starter Bible can be downloaded in scrolling format, or in a version which …
A series of meditations of about ten minutes’ duration on different paintings and sculptures. My intention is to get a balance between art history and devotional reflection.
The first meditation is based on Giotto’s fresco ‘The Raising of Lazarus’.
