Do stay for tea and coffee: ‘I’ve always wanted to write half a children’s book’

29/06/2021 | Reform

Last summer, the author, speaker and green guru Ruth Valerio asked if I fancied writing a children’s book with her. I was excited – I’ve always wanted to write half a children’s book. That the other half would be written … 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 made … 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 few … Read More

I am… persecuted for my faith

29/06/2021 | Reform

I have had a fervent and committed faith since I converted to Christ in 2010. On 12 December 2012, I began to attend the Fuego y Dinámica International Apostolic Ministry Church in Camagüey, here in Cuba, where I worked as … Read More

On the pilgrim way: ‘I picture myself on the sidelines’

23/06/2021 | Reform

Sheila Maxey focuses on the edge of things

When I am feeling old and tired, I find myself wanting to opt out. Perhaps it is alright now to leave the main action – future of the church, the needs of … Read More

Chapter & verse: Ruth 1:16-17

28/05/2021 | Reform

Malini Colville reflects on Ruth and Naomi’s story of hospitality

Journeys to new places bring excitement, an opportunity to research and plan, and a sense of adventure – something we have all missed during the pandemic. As someone born in … Read More