Christmas
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The Methodist Covenant Service is one of those traditions that can feel both beautiful and intimidating. On the surface, it’s about renewing our promises to God at the start of a new year—a fresh start, a chance to realign our priorities. But if you’re not a regular churchgoer (or even if you are), the language…
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Christmas is often portrayed as a season of perfection—gleaming decorations, endless laughter, and tables overflowing with food. But for many, this image feels far removed from reality. If you’re carrying grief, loneliness, or the weight of loss, the holidays can feel more like a struggle than a celebration. The true heart of Christmas, though, isn’t…
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Advent is more than a season of twinkling lights and nostalgic carols; it’s a call to action. Both Malachi and John the Baptist remind us that the message of “Prepare the way!” is not optional—it’s urgent. In a world overwhelmed by chaos and doubt, the Gospel is often dismissed as a comforting but nonessential luxury,…
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Advent isn’t just about ticking off to-do lists or braving the chaos of Christmas preparations. It’s a season of waiting—of quiet, expectant hope. But how often do we pause long enough to hear God’s gentle whisper in the midst of the noise? In 1 Kings 19, Elijah learns that God isn’t found in the dramatic…
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In my circuit we have a minister who is also in charge of ‘digital evangelism.’ It’s a role that is increasingly essential within the Church as most individuals in Britain have a digital personification of themselves. An internet avatar present for all to see and engage with on social media and YouTube. Especially after the Covid-19
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Christmas and the festive period is now over and for many this is a very depressing realisation. In this blog I look to the book of Ecclesiastes to really see if everything in life is meaningless or if the author of this book was actually talking about something that can fulfil us more than any…
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Why this title? Festive greetings to all! I hope that as you read this addition of my blog that you are filled with the Christmas spirit and not too stressed out by the annual horrors of realising how much you have spent. The question of what the meaning of Christmas is has been on my
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