iOS keeps on sneaking advertising into my phone. Apple aren’t doing well are they?

I have just had a vivid memory of the “free hugs” guys who would appear at Christian festivals. Does this still happen? Should they be driven away with water canon or cattle prods?

I have been addressed by announcements on planes and trains as a “customer” but surely I am a “passenger”?

So far to prepare myself mentally for Seminary I’ve watched Full Metal Jacket and The Devil Wears Prada. What’s next? Fellowship of the Ring? The Matrix?

Celebrating the feasts of the Angelic beings shows us that we mortals made new in Christ ascend to be their allies and comrades, and that in Christ the terrestrial and celestial find a unity.

Once again wondering whether I’ll ever walk into a cathedral evensong without being treated like some trespassing stranger.

Features, attractions, decorations surrounded by safety barriers really gives “Britain in 2025” doesn’t it?

Wise reflections from Reed in ‘Glorious Battle’

Remember what Martin Luther took from you.

Inside you are two wolves

I’ll be able to finish this chapter when I’ve found the right post-rock instrumental playlist I swear.

Ok, I’m finally gonna explain it: “6-7” is the liminal point at which the sixth day ends and the Sabbath begins, and thus prefigures the dawn of the new creation.

What is there to be embarrassed about in the original words for Hills Of The North Rejoice?

I bring a "but have you heard the Sufjan version" vibe to the music at the Christmas party that normal Christmas Enjoyers don't really like.

Great to catch up with Seminarian Ian Burgess at the Alma Mater. The House is in very good heart. Thanks to Fr Harri Williams and the staff for their wonderful hospitality. I am also delighted to report that the Christmas Conga continues.

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I have a great spiritual diet in my Seminary but for sure one small commitment I’ve made is to find some sort of worship off-site with a different community to go along and attend. Work or Ministry cannot become the only time I pray.

Jesus was not placed into a manger because of poverty. Jesus was laid in a manger because He is food.

"This holy tide of Christmas *all* others doth deface" is a pretty bold statement but I reckon it stands up.

This popped on my headphones and you know what? “Jesus is my boyfriend” music is good, actually.