Do stay for tea and coffee: ‘Is this an introvert’s dream?’

24/04/2020 | Reform

Paul Kerensa considers introverts in self isolation

In last month’s column I asked if the Church is just as open for business for introverts and extroverts alike. Yet, since the previous column, most church buildings are no longer open for … Read More

I am… a survivor of torture

24/04/2020 | Reform

How Kolbassia Haoussou overcame torture

I have taken many journeys. After enduring torture in my home country, escaping to the shores of the UK was one. Enduring homelessness in the British climate while suffering from trauma was another. These experiences … Read More

On the pilgrim way: ‘Spiritually, I am being cut down to size’

24/04/2020 | Reform

In these strange times, what I write in late March may no longer apply when you read this. Nevertheless, I write.

Nature is putting on its very best show. I look out on a magnificent magnolia. My pots are full … Read More

Interview: Age to age

24/04/2020 | Reform

Bob Weighton, oldest man in the world, talks to Stephen Tomkins

[Bob Weighton died on 28 May 2020. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.]

Bob Weighton was born on 29 March 1908, the same year as Bette … Read More

Editorial: A strange kind of crisis

24/04/2020 | Reform

‘These are strange times’ is the phrase I think I’ve heard more than any other since the start of the coronavirus crisis. Historically, and indeed geographically, it is probably not so strange to live through a health crisis, however unusual … Read More

Reviews – May 2020

24/04/2020 | Reform

The space race

AstronautDirected by Shelagh McLeodCertificate PG, 97 minutesReleased 27 April on most UK movie streaming platforms

At 75, Angus Stewart (Richard Dreyfuss) moves into his daughter’s family home for medical reasons. With three generations living on top of … Read More