Curiously wrought

28/04/2023 | Reform

Nicholas Spencer’s book Magisteria: The entangled histories of science and religion debunks many myths about the relationship between that old couple. As well as an author, he is Senior Fellow at the Christian thinktank Theos

Was there a moment when … 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

Chapter & verse: Matthew 28:16-20

24/03/2023 | Reform

David Coleman wrestles with Jesus’ Great Commission

I remember the disquiet and embarrassment I felt at the scholarly suggestion that Jesus was ‘an apocalyptic preacher’. I pictured some fulminating nutter in the street. There’s something in me still in thrall … 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

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