A letter from… Bethlehem

27/11/2015 | Reform

Nader Abu Amsha reports from Bethlehem

In the north of this globe, markets start warming up for Christmas. The candles, ornaments and music are out, and soon we will start hearing the world hymning “O Little Town of Bethlehem”. But … Read More

Reviews – December 2015/January 2016

27/11/2015 | Reform

Introducing the
 forgotten Gospel

Why the Gospel of Thomas Matters:
The spirituality of incertainties Gethin Abraham-Williams Christian Alternative Books £11.99
 ISBN: 9781782799290

The Gospel of Thomas failed to make it into the canon of the New Testament and … Read More

On the pilgrim way: “Parents are expected to be interested”

27/11/2015 | Reform

Sheila Maxey reflects on taking an interest in your children

Our younger daughter – now a senior engineer for hydro-electric schemes in Scotland – stayed with us recently in order to prepare for and attend a meeting with the energy … Read More

Editorial: Are we at war now?

27/11/2015 | Reform

Are we at war now? Western governments and military leaders have launched assaults on the Islamic State (Isis) regime in Iraq and Syria, killing soldiers and civilians. Isis has killed civilians in Paris and western soldiers in Iraq. François Hollande … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Advent challenge, day 15

26/11/2015 | Reform

Today’s Advent challenge is to try to grow our patience. With patience there is room for compassion. With patience there is room for peace… I have a very strong willed infant who is having to take four doses of antibiotics … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Advent challenge, day 12

26/11/2015 | Reform

I’ve reached the halfway point. Yay! And the seasonal plague is starting to leave my home. I may not have bought many presents or done any of the usual practical Christmas things yet, but I am feeling the spirit of … Read More