I am… a junior doctor

30/04/2018 | Reform

Melody Redman shares the reality of life as a junior doctor

As everyone is aware, the NHS is under massive pressure. Being a doctor, and as a Christian, I want to deliver the best care for every patient but the … Read More

On the pilgrim way: ‘Love has renewed my zest for life’

30/04/2018 | Reform

Sheila Maxey celebrates life at 80

On a lovely, relaxing holiday by the river Deben in Suffolk, I read a book on dying. With the End in Mind is by a retired palliative care consultant and her passionate concern … Read More

Jumble sales of the apocalypse: Plastic piety

30/04/2018 | Reform

Simon Jenkins talks plastic piety

Walking down a rainy street in Lisbon, I unexpectedly discovered a Roman Catholic supplies store in a side street. Normally, I notice unusual shops when something in their window catches my eye, but this time … Read More

A letter from… Taiwan

27/03/2018 | Reform

Victor Hsu reports on the struggle for justice in Taiwan

Recently, waiting staff in two different Australian restaurants were fired after they identified their nationality to employers. In the Winter Olympic Games, this country was not allowed to display its … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: All-age pitfalls

27/03/2018 | Reform

Telling the truth in all-age services

When I started going to church, other mothers were always asking me if I wanted to volunteer for kids’ church. I always said: ‘No, not for me,’ for so many reasons.

Firstly, I didn’t … Read More

I am… hungry

27/03/2018 | Reform

Going hungry on the bread line

My benefits are all over the place. I am on jobseeker’s allowance, and I get £72 a fortnight at the moment for me and my two kids, who are nine and eight. That’s after … Read More