On the pilgrim way ‘We were literally outside our comfort zone’

31/08/2021 | Reform

Sheila Maxey stretches her comfort zone

In June we spent two glorious weeks in a self-catering cottage in Mallaig – boat trips to islands, amazing views of mountains. There were no easy chairs and the two sofas were uncomfortable. … Read More

Do stay for tea and coffee: ‘I’ve grown used to my own space’

31/08/2021 | Reform

Don’t stand so close to me, says Paul Kerensa

Forget January… September is new New Year.

It’s back to school – and with echoes of home school not yet faded, oh my, will it be back! Could this … Read More

Chapter & verse: Isaiah 40:6-8

31/08/2021 | Reform

Sam White on liminal times

As I write, it is summer and the country, Westminster College and many churches are working their way into the period following the government’s easing of restrictions. The prevalence of the virus persists, but … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Mask anxiety

31/08/2021 | Reform

Church is giving me mask anxiety

The weekend after ‘Freedom Day’ removed Covid regulations in England and Wales, I was due to lead worship. On the Tuesday, I asked our vicar how we would be doing things now. He … Read More

Chapter & verse: Mark 6: 4-11

29/06/2021 | Reform

Alex Clare-Young finds a new kind of family in Jesus

In a remarkably human pair of stories, Jesus is first made to feel unwelcome in his hometown, and then tells his disciples what to do if they, too, are … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Church without tea

29/06/2021 | Reform

Do I have to socialise to go to church?

I met up with a young missionary who is now a friend of the family. We support her during her stay in the UK, and she helps out with a … Read More