As I’ve walked through parks and driven along our tree‑lined streets this month, I’ve been struck again by the beauty of the horse chestnut trees. Their tall candles of white and pink blossom stand proudly, almost like little celebrations of new life. But as lovely as the flowers are, they are not the end of…

I often meet people who don’t feel that they have anything to offer the church in way of gifts and talents; disheartened people who have very little hope and positivity about their role within God’s church. I think its probably human nature to look at others and wish we had their gifts or talents. But…

Easter, that wonderful time of the year when we can remember the sacrifice of Jesus for each of us, and celebrate our risen Saviour all in the same weekend! I remember a few years back in one of my previous churches, having an Easter egg hunt in the service for the children. Before the service,…

As we step into March, we find ourselves journeying through the season of Lent; a time of reflection, repentance, and renewal. The longer days and early signs of spring remind us that God is always at work bringing new life out of what can seem barren and still. Lent invites us to walk with Jesus…

At this time of year, for some of us, the deadline for self-assessment tax has come, and gone! Whilst on the Martin Lewis website, [MoneySavingExpert.com] I noticed an article about what HMRC says are some of the most bizarre excuses for late tax returns that they have received over the past decade. They are: 1.…