Here are some exerpts from this morning’s reading from the letter of James: “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers and sisters, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For all of
Fathers’ Day
What is Fathers’ Day? What can we Christians make of it, in this cynical, ultra-secular age? The tradition of honouring fatherhood on a special day originated in Europe, as far back as the Middle Ages, when it was held on
Goodbye to Libby…
The Vicarage has lost one of its wonderful characters. As many of you already know, Libby the Lolloping Labrador died last Monday week. What a gap she has left in our days and our home! John and I have had
Moments in Our Lives
This past week has been a busy one, as I am trying to deal with the terrible deterioration in my Mum’s health, as well as the business of Parish life. I thank all of you for your prayers for Aileen,
Third Sunday of Easter
Here we are on the third Sunday of Easter, and we are still hearing all the different stories of Jesus’ appearances to his disciples after the Resurrection. This one happened on the night of the first Easter Sunday. Just before it, we hear
Low Sunday
Today is often known as Low Sunday. It is as though the high of Easter Day cannot be sustained. Yet Easter should be in our hearts and minds all the time, in some ways. We are an Easter people! As
First day of autumn – Lent 3
On Wednesday, my Mum turned 90. It was a delight to take her out to lunch, with some other members of the family. Then, of course, the Thursday was the first of March – here in Australia, it is the first day
Palm Sunday
RAMBLINGS FROM THE VICAR – 9 April 2017 The Donkey BY G. K. CHESTERTON When fishes flew and forests walked And figs grew upon thorn, Some moment when the moon was blood Then surely I was born. With monstrous head
Fifth Sunday in Lent
The Vicar’s Ramblings – 2 April, 2017 “Dem bones, dem bones, dem dry bones, I hear the word of de LORD!” So went the popular song we were taught to sing in the 1950s and 60s. The head bone was
First Sunday in Lent
My Ramblings Lent I 5th March 2017 Jennifer Furphy Lent is upon us! This has been a very hectic week so far. With the two very well-attended Ash Wednesday services, and the memorial service of Jean Addy at Shoreham House