I am… a vegan

24/01/2020 | Reform 1

Kath Redmond on faith-fuelled veganism

For me – a vegan and a Quaker – veganism is the logical extension of a spiritual way of life devoted to love, peace, nonviolence and social justice. But I am aware that this is … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: What is my calling?

24/01/2020 | Reform

How do I discern my calling?

How do we discern what God is calling us to do? I have been asking friends and acquaintances. How do we decide between what we should do and what we like to do? And, … Read More

Chapter and verse: Mark 12:1-12

24/01/2020 | Reform

Eve Parker finds class conflict in Jesus’ vineyard parable

Welcome to 2020 Britain. Although, one could easily confuse it with that of a Dickensian novel, where the rich landowners plant their vineyards and expand their property portfolios while the poor … Read More

Do stay for tea and coffee: ‘What if this is the time it doesn’t work’

24/01/2020 | Reform

Paul Kerensa sings the praises of the wired microphone

I try not to be too opinionated. I’m a tolerant, peacekeeping person. But now and then, that tolerance is tested. Especially as a performer. I normally keep my controversial opinion hidden, … Read More

On the pilgrim way: ‘God has lifted my spirits’

22/11/2019 | Reform

The God of surprises has recently given me new hope, in unexpected places. I recently went, rather unwillingly, to our local Labour Party selection meeting, to choose our parliamentary candidate. We are a safe Conservative seat, so for Labour it … Read More

Do stay for tea and coffee: ‘How about a Christmassy change to your post-service beverage mingling?’

22/11/2019 | Reform

Paul Kerensa on festive feasts

I wonder whether people loiter longer over their post-service beverages at this time of year. Surely, we crave the warmth. But instead of those biscuits, how about a Christmas change up? Mince pies might go … Read More