Art in focus: July/August 2020

26/06/2020 | Reform

Solar SystemEllen Harding Baker, wool-fabric applique, silk embroidery

In 1876, the solar system was all the rage. Ellen Harding Baker was an astronomer – an acceptable field of interest for women in the 19th century – and was looking for … Read More

Chapter & verse: Proverbs 24:26

26/06/2020 | Reform

Richard Lewney on speaking truth to those we disagree with

Spot the Bible text among these three sayings: ‘Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves.’ ‘An honest answer is like a kiss on the lips.’ ‘Never … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Joining protests

26/06/2020 | Reform

Why is my church not protesting?

America was protesting. The world was protesting. But halfway through the week after the death of George Floyd, I was asking: Where is my church in this? How do we respond when we cannot … Read More

Here & now: Rachel Mander

26/06/2020 | Reform

Rachel Mander imagines how the world could respond to coronavirus

What do your dreams say about what you value? I’ve been reflecting on this question in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. In the space of half a year, life … Read More

I am… a L’Arche core member

26/06/2020 | Reform

Kathy Louise Barton describes life as a L’Arche core member

I used to live with my mum, Mary, and Tommy. Tommy is a cat, and he used to sleep with me in my bed. Tommy liked the sunshine, to play … Read More

On the pilgrim way: ‘What does being generous mean now?’

26/06/2020 | Reform

Sheila Maxey wonders how to be generous in lockdown

A poem by John O’Donohue which has helped me throughout this lockdown is now bothering me. It begins: ‘This is the time to be slow /… until the bitter weather passes’. … Read More