On Maundy Thursday every Anglican priest has the opportunity to renew the vows they made at their ordination. This takes place in your Cathedral and is part of a service called the Chrism Eucharist. Last week I made a special effort to go along. But due to a major road closure I decided I didn't... Continue Reading →
Why Prayer Works and Doesn’t Work
People often ask me 'how does prayer work' or 'why doesn't it work?' by which they mostly mean 'why didn't God stop the bad thing happening?' I don't have much of an answer but for what it's worth: prayer 'works' because it is the thread that connects us to God and God is the one... Continue Reading →
Breathing with the Forest – thoughts about loss and the passage of time and the presence of God
'Breathing with Trees' is the title of an art installation you can see at Compton Verney (but only if you are quick, it closes on April 6th 2025). I love it and it spoke to me deeply. Described as a 'open eyed meditation' you sit in a darkened room and synchronise your breathing with the... Continue Reading →