Priests and dairy farmers: God’s A-Team

28/04/2023 | Reform

Lessons from the Reformation point the way for outreach and ministry

It’s a common conversation at all levels of the United Reformed Church’s life. How do we balance ministry and outreach with the maintenance of congregations and buildings? How will … Read More

Reviews May 2023

28/04/2023 | Reform

A time for reflection

LakelandsDirected by Robert Higgins, Patrick McGivneyCertificate 15, 100 minutesReleased 05 May

We plan our lives, or not, and they proceed, and everything’s hunky dory. Or sometimes things come out of nowhere and knock us for six. … Read More

All are welcome? Chronic fatigue

28/04/2023 | Reform

Dealing with chronic fatigue

I wonder what feeling genuinely welcome means to you. This month, I have been speaking with a man who attends a URC church and experiences chronic fatigue as a symptom of a disability which he describes … Read More

Remembering Stephen Lawrence

24/03/2023 | Reform

The murder of Stephen Lawrence at a bus stop in April 1993 led to a powerful fight for justice by his family, and to the 1998 Macpherson inquiry into institutional racism. On the 30th anniversary of Stephen’s death, Reform asks … Read More

On the pilgrim way: ‘She keeps my zest for life alive’

24/03/2023 | Reform

Sheila Maxey gives thanks for a friend

I have put away the photo of Kees and me, taken last summer on our diamond wedding anniversary. Our son took it and gave us a large copy, which had pride of place, … Read More

Here and now: Daniel Raddings

24/03/2023 | Reform

Meditation has enhanced David Raddings’ prayer life

Prayer is highly important to me, providing a meaningful connection with God and an opportunity for honest sharing. It enables conversations about the good, bad and other topics on my mind, heart and … Read More