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 …
Honouring the stranger
There is a lot of talk about immigration, and it will be a major factor in next year’s general election. I find the rhetoric, that we hear from the politicians …
Called to bless, called to give life
This week Phil Stone gives us a challenge to bless, to say good things.. We have just finished our Palm Sunday service here in the Chapel at Scargill. Many a sermon …
No forgiveness, no future
Forgiveness is never easy. It’s a process and can take a long time. I hope I’m not the only one who, thinking I’ve forgiven someone magnanimously, wakes up in the …
Tripping the Light Fantastic with the New Monastics
scargillphil is now well and truly up and running! This is where our Director Phil Stone riffs on all manner of subjects close to his heart while keeping us posted …