Hello – I have been musing about the church festival celebrated today which I love. Today is the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, often know as Candlemas and it …
Baldrick or Beloved?
Although it might seem like old news, I was delighted that Tony Robinson was given a knighthood for his work in politics and in the public arena. It also made …
What if healing comes through tears…?
This last week we have had a lovely time at Scargill. We have had a Community retreat, which was led by good friends of Scargill – Ken and Liz Whiteway. …
There and back again…
Not sure how this happened but this blog has gone missing – so here it is again…. Traveling can be bit of an ordeal. Di and I are on sabbatical, …
Hey I’m back !
Hey I’m back! In fact we have been back just over a month from our travels to Australia and New Zealand. You will be hearing about our trip – plenty …
Let’s talk about Water – from Blog to Bog
This week, in what has been a mini heat wave at Scargill, we encountered a six foot Bore (tidal wave), which came down the River Wharfe, the aftermath of an …
Unforced Rhythms of Grace
Last Sunday afternoon, I was invited to preach at the service at Manchester Cathedral launching the Peregrini Community, on the Festival of the Baptism of Christ. Peregrini draws inspiration from …
Living Generously
One thing about living in community, that we have been learning here at Scargill, is to live generously. And what I mean by living generously is being willing to forgive, …
Give thanks for toothpaste
Over the last week, or so, life has been very hectic: We turned Scargill into Narnia which was such good fun, then I was at Lee Abbey speaking on …
A Human Being Fully Alive
In only half an hour I will be sharing fun and eating pancakes with my friends. There will be a great sense of belonging and togetherness. Tomorrow will be Ash …