Editorial: There’s no going back

23/02/2018 | Reform

When I was 11, I went on a school trip to Guernsey by plane. During the flight, a stewardess took orders for teas and coffees, and I asked for coffee. She came round with the tea first, teapot in one … Read More

On the pilgrim way: ‘My wise guide is moving to Belgium’

23/02/2018 | Reform

Sheila Maxey finds God does not recognise retirement

Sister D – the wonderful, wise nun who has been my guide for more than 20 years – is moving to new responsibilities in Belgium, although she is well into her 70s. … Read More

Sounds like success

19/02/2018 | Reform

Charissa King visits an award-winning musical project in Manchester

Melody Memories is a singing session designed for people affected by dementia, and their carers. Run by a small team of dedicated volunteers at Trinity Community Church in Moss Side, Manchester, … Read More

Walking together: Intergenerational church

26/01/2018 | Reform

How much richer church life could be, says Sam Richards, if all age groups did everything together

Lois is my biblical hero. She is mentioned in passing in 2 Timothy as Timothy’s grandmother, along with her daughter Eunice, Timothy’s mother. … Read More

A good question: Ageing congregations: Blessing or problem?

26/01/2018 | Reform 1

One question, four answers

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These are extracts from an article that was published in the February 2018 edition of  Reform

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A life of rhyme

26/01/2018 | Reform

Poet, performer, musician and author Benjamin Zephaniah speaks to Charissa King

It’s 2011, and a group of students are in heated debate. ‘Benjamin Zephaniah’s at this university,’ says one. ‘You’re telling lies!’ says another: ‘Zephaniah’s a rebel – he wouldn’t … Read More