Yesterday I wrote about what I call candle theory; the idea that some things, when shared, do not leave us with less but instead increase what exists. Like light in a dark room. One candle lights another, and suddenly there is more light than before. That reflection reminded me of a Bible passage I preachedContinue reading “Lent 2026: Present hope”
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Lent 2026: Stubborn Hope
It seems to me that there is a lot of darkness in the world. The headlines are full of violence and injustice, of powerful people taking advantage, of greed and cruelty. And in smaller, everyday ways too: unexpected illness, the breakdown of relationships, disappointments that arrive uninvited. I won’t lie, there are days when hopingContinue reading “Lent 2026: Stubborn Hope”
Lent 2026: There is love and there is fire in his eyes
There seems to be a theme to this week’s posts: music. I am always listening out for new songs to add to my ever-growing playlists. Some now stretch well beyond twelve hours, which means I often forget what is on them until something resurfaces unexpectedly when shuffle takes over! One such song is Look toContinue reading “Lent 2026: There is love and there is fire in his eyes”
Lent 2026: The importance of community
I have heard a lot of teaching on how humans were made for relationship. Right back in Genesis, God creates Adam and says, “It is not good for man to be alone.” When no suitable companion is found among the animals, God creates Eve. From the very beginning, aloneness was not part of the design.Continue reading “Lent 2026: The importance of community”
Lent 2026: The wonder of love and the power of grace
I’ve often written about music and its place in my faith. The way harmonies and melodies can reach deep into my heart. But sometimes it isn’t the notes that break through. Sometimes it’s the words. A few years ago, a friend introduced me to the song Vagabonds by Stuart Townend. I quickly fell in loveContinue reading “Lent 2026: The wonder of love and the power of grace”
Lent 2026: It just washes over you
It always interests me to see how different Christians worship. Some traditions are richly structured, with set liturgy and familiar rhythms. For many, that predictability is a gift. Others are more spacious, leaving room for spontaneity and silence. That freedom can be a gift too. The Church has always found different languages for worship. NoneContinue reading “Lent 2026: It just washes over you”
Lent 2026: A good silence
When I woke this morning, the sun was streaming through my window. It feels as though it has been hiding for most of this year. Rain. Cold wind. Grey skies that never quite lift. So to open my eyes to blue was an uplifting start to the day. I walked to college for morning prayer,Continue reading “Lent 2026: A good silence”
Lent 2026: When the dice don’t roll…
Just a short post today. I’m sure there’s much more Catan could open my eyes to, but just one more for this little series. This time, I’m moving away from strategy. I’ve said before that Catan is a game of luck made to look like a game of strategy. That’s a little unfair, of course.Continue reading “Lent 2026: When the dice don’t roll…”
Lent 2026: Does anyone have a brick?
Apparently the game isn’t done teaching me yet… If you read yesterday’s post, you’ll know Catan has become a popular game with some of my family. It’s also turning out to be a goldmine for theological thinking, so here’s a second reflection inspired by the board game. Our games of Catan have a particular rhythm.Continue reading “Lent 2026: Does anyone have a brick?”
Lent 2026: Starting Tiles
Do you like games? I do, especially board games that pretend to reward strategy while quietly smuggling in chaos. Recently our family favourite has been Catan. The idea is simple: the board is made of different resources, wood, wheat, sheep, brick and ore. Each tile has a number, and when that number is rolled onContinue reading “Lent 2026: Starting Tiles”
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