Oh, Come On, All Ye Faithful

21/11/2013 | Reform

The tunes and the candlelight may be a treat of the season, but do we have to 
sing such nonsense? Symon Hill shreds the carol sheet

December is the only month of the year in which you can hear the … Read More

A new road for Rome

21/11/2013 | Reform

The radical changes of Pope Francis’ first nine months, by Paul Vallely

It is nowhere near a year since Pope Francis took office, but already he looks set to be a great reforming Pope.

There is more to this than … Read More

What is the Bible for?

21/11/2013 | Reform

A reflection by Ann Conway-Jones

To linger in the mind These words which I command you this day shall be upon your heart

and pass down the generations You shall teach them diligently to your children

Howls of … Read More

Giving Insights

21/11/2013 | Reform

“Three phrases sum up Christmas: Peace on earth, goodwill to men and batteries not included.” It might not be the most inspirational quote, but it makes the point that there is a big gulf between ideal and reality.

How well … Read More

How place shapes prayer

25/10/2013 | Reform

Clare Bryden explores the spirituality of place in a Benedictine community in Worcestershire

Mucknell Abbey in Worcestershire has been the home of an Anglican Benedictine community of monks and nuns since 2010. Derelict farm buildings set in 40 acres of … Read More

A grief shared

25/10/2013 | Reform

Overwhelmed with grief for his wife, Joy, CS Lewis wrote the most helpful book there is on the subject. On the 50th anniversary of his death, Susan Dowell gives thanks for Lewis’ gift

There is only one book by a … Read More