In times marked by uncertainty, conflict and loss, we need something that offers comfort and encouragement. This article considers the security found in Christ’s constant presence in these troubled times. Rev. Charles Burton reflects on untoward events in Wath upon Dearne and abroad. As I write, the image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd is … Read more
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, often presenting challenges that can leave you feeling overwhelmed. However, when you run out of ideas, it doesn’t mean there’s no way forward: there’s always something you haven’t thought of. The Rev Charles Burton reflects on where our trust lies. Just now, realising the washing machine had … Read more
I noticed something about myself just the other week as I prepared to journey to, across and out of London on public transport. I had to be that much more deliberate in my planning, careful in looking for directions and assuring of myself that it would be OK! Maybe I surprised myself on the outward journey … Read more
Have you ever noticed signs appearing on newly planted tree guards saying…’’please water me!’ Maybe our hotter summers, times of drought and/or less parks and gardens staff means that after these saplings are planted out they are left to the benevolence, care, local interest, thought and help of strangers and passers-by to keep them watered and … Read more
Now, there was no burning bush moment for me, but I do deeply sympathise with Moses’s protestations in Exodus as God asked him, a humble shepherd, to lead the Israelites out of Egypt, because, although I am not totally “slow of speech and tongue”, I do struggle to share my story verbally. I guess that … Read more
