We’re at the beginning of a new year. No doubt the dawn of this new year has come full of expectations and hopes and fears, and perhaps resolutions? How many of you have made new years resolutions? How many of you have broken them? As we’re at the start of the new year, it seems … Continue reading The Magi – A journey of worship (Sermon – 11 January)
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A global family – this week’s update
I, like many, was horrified by the terrorist attacks in Paris. Such senseless slaughter has rightly been condemned, and the blanket media coverage these events attracted is no surprise. But it occurs to me that we are very biased in the West. In Nigeria Islamic extremists reportedly massacred over 2,000 people, and Christian militias have … Continue reading A global family – this week’s update
This week’s update
As you may know, I've been writing a mini-blog each week for our church news sheet. Beginning this week, the aim is to publish these online too. This is the latest edition, hot off the press! Happy new year! Have you made any new year’s resolutions? Are any still intact? If not, don’t worry, there’s always next … Continue reading This week’s update
People of Truth and Grace
This is the text of the sermon I preached this morning, reflecting on Paul's courage to speak the truth in Acts 13:1-12. Life was good for Jonathan Aitken. He was a high-profile, successful politician, destined for greater glory as a future leader of the Conservatives and therefore possible Prime Minister. Then, in 1995 Jonathan Aitken found … Continue reading People of Truth and Grace
Joy in heaven
I love the verses in the Bible that talk about God’s delight in us, about partying and rejoicing in heaven when people come to him. Jesus said, “Count on it—there’s more joy in heaven over one sinner’s rescued life than over ninety-nine good people in no need of rescue.” And, in my favourite verse in the … Continue reading Joy in heaven
#christmasmeans my wonder and worship …
I wrote this poem a couple of years ago. I tried to convey my continuing wonder at this most familiar of stories. I don't want to ever "get over" Christmas and what it means. I hope this will inspire you and make you wonder just a little too. ... Perhaps you might be stirred to … Continue reading #christmasmeans my wonder and worship …
Be strong and courageous
Just over 32 years ago, I was given the name Andrew. It means "strong, courageous, manly." I remember being in secondary school assembly one day when the local Christian worker was talking about the meaning of names, and he mentioned the meaning of my name. There was a titter that went around those sitting near … Continue reading Be strong and courageous
Shift
I've been listening to Louie Giglio's teaching podasts, from Passion City Church. Of all the preachers I've heard, he above all has inspired, challenged and encouraged me. The latest series I'm listening to is one on the Lord's Prayer - called "Shift", inviting us to have a shift of perspective in our lives from our … Continue reading Shift
Vicar’s Report – APCM – 22 April 2013
May I begin by saying what a privilege it is to be the vicar of this church community. Liz, Alicia, Isabelle and I are so grateful to you all for the welcome you’ve given us. We feel so much at home here, like we’ve been around for so much longer than nearly 8 months. When I … Continue reading Vicar’s Report – APCM – 22 April 2013
All Your Children
I am made in your image – Like all your children. I am fearfully and wonderfully made – But so are all your children. A product of the master craftsman - Along with all your children. Of infinite worth - Like all your children. Unique - a once-off - Like all your children. There were … Continue reading All Your Children
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