On the pilgrim way: “Parents are expected to be interested”

27/11/2015 | Reform

Sheila Maxey reflects on taking an interest in your children

Our younger daughter – now a senior engineer for hydro-electric schemes in Scotland – stayed with us recently in order to prepare for and attend a meeting with the energy … Read More

Editorial: Are we at war now?

27/11/2015 | Reform

Are we at war now? Western governments and military leaders have launched assaults on the Islamic State (Isis) regime in Iraq and Syria, killing soldiers and civilians. Isis has killed civilians in Paris and western soldiers in Iraq. François Hollande … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Advent challenge, day 15

26/11/2015 | Reform

Today’s Advent challenge is to try to grow our patience. With patience there is room for compassion. With patience there is room for peace… I have a very strong willed infant who is having to take four doses of antibiotics … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Advent challenge, day 12

26/11/2015 | Reform

I’ve reached the halfway point. Yay! And the seasonal plague is starting to leave my home. I may not have bought many presents or done any of the usual practical Christmas things yet, but I am feeling the spirit of … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Advent challenge, day 11

26/11/2015 | Reform

On 11 December, the Advent Challenge was focused on switching off from technology and the unnecessary mind-clutter it brings, and instead feeding our minds. The challenges were:

• Try to have a gadget detox for a few hours today
• Have a … Read More

Commitment-Phobe: Advent challenge, day ten

25/11/2015 | Reform

Today’s Advent challenge gave me a great sense of fun and satisfaction, which I had not expected. The challenges were about our impact on other peoples lives through our tidiness or through making things easier for others. The options were:

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