Here and now: Laura Everard

28/04/2023 | Reform

Laura Everard urges a rethink on collective prayer

Over the last year I have been a part of the United Reformed Church Youth Executive. We have been thinking about how we incorporate faith into our gatherings, and more specifically into … 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

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

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

All are welcome? Trans and non-binary

24/03/2023 | Reform

Alex Clare-Young looks at the experience of trans people in churches

I wonder what feeling genuinely welcome means to you. This month, I write about my own experiences in church as a trans, non-binary person.

Trans refers to people whose … 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