Thought for the Month April 2025, by Ros Murphy
April inevitably recalls in our churches, especially on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. The first, leads us to reflection … Read more
April inevitably recalls in our churches, especially on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. The first, leads us to reflection … Read more
March marks the beginning of Spring, often seen as a time of hope. Yet for Christians it also brings with it the beginning of Lent … Read more
I am going to be honest with you, I hate February! Winter seems to be dragging its feet; the occasional signs of spring get drowned … Read more
As we enter the season of Christmas it is always good to remember the reason why we celebrate it. While it may be good to … Read more
There is always a balance to be held at times of remembrance – a balance between holding tight to precious memories and letting go in … Read more
Dear Friends, By the time you read this, I will have been one month into my new role of Mission Area Lead and Deputy Chair … Read more
The Methodist Church met in conference in Leeds this year, and some of us travelled across the Pennines to be present with Rev. Catharine Hughes … Read more
I wonder how many newsletters I’ve written over the last 25 years. I don’t think I’ll attempt to try and count! Moving always brings to … Read more
I begin with a confession: I have only been to one ordination service in my life – and that was last year, simply so I … Read more
When I was a child, growing up in the country, May was a time of exuberance – it felt as though the world was full … Read more