Unevenly Woke

Unevenly Woke

It is interesting to observe how words are used in our society, especially as things become more polarised. Words can become weaponised and used against people. The term, ‘woke’ is a very relevant example, but it is also of significance in terms of how we, like the...
Love your neighbour as yourself

Love your neighbour as yourself

In the beginning, two humans. Created by God, they gaze at one another. With wonder. With Joy, Curiosity, Excitement and Enchantment. We see this enacted repeatedly when people fall in love. That wonder. The “you and me” becoming an “us.” Self and Other, with grace...
Is racism heresy?

Is racism heresy?

“Let us make humankind in our image, according to our likeness; and let them have dominion…” and God saw that it was good. (Genesis 1) Does racism matter? Many churches feel that racism is not something they need to consider: their congregations are kind and...
God’s redeeming love

God’s redeeming love

King Charles III delivered his annual Christmas Day Broadcast to the nation, following a tradition that dates back to a radio speech by George V in 1932. The monarch typically talks about current issues, and on occasions talks about more personal matters. Many people...