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Can I really call myself a Christian?

Robert Ashton has been questioning the label that could be applied to his beliefs, and shares his refreshingly honest thoughts with us.

Jesus loves it when we laugh

Despite the hardships many around the world are currently facing, Ruth Lilley suggests that laughter is an important part of our lives.

Togetherness can be better than independence

Regular contributor Jane Walters cherishes the opportunities to work together with others rather than independently.

Growing younger as we grow older?

Following last week’s opinion column on Network Norfolk, where Andy Bryant made a case for the role of older people in our churches, Rev Dr Patrick Richmond explains why it is essential to attract younger people to the faith.

Friendship will drive out hate

Regular contributor Philip Young believes that friendship with each other is a key element in bringing peace to the world.

Time for the Church to grow older?

Andy Bryant explains why he believes the older generations have a vital role to play in the growth of today’s church.

What can we learn from the geese?

Anna Heydon urges us to take a lesson from the formation flying of geese as we cope with the busy-ness of our lives.

Stand with Ukraine in prayer and action

Andrew Frere-Smith reflects on how we can respond to the events in Eastern Europe at the moment.

We should respect our individuality and identity

Robert Ashton reminds us that God made us all as individuals, and feels that we should respect people’s desire not to conform, especially if it is driven by their beliefs.

We are created for a purpose

Regular contributor Ruth Lilley encourages us to discover and pursue the purpose that God has for our lives.

When it’s time to press on regardless

Regular contributor Jane Walters encourages us to persevere in God’s strength to overcome the obstacles that life places in our path.

The Easter story brings new life, new hope

Regular contributor Ruth Lilley, explains how the hope of new life promised by the Easter story has helped her to avoid being held back by dwelling on past events.

“Only love can drive out hate”

Regular contributor Philip Young is reminded of Martin Luther King’s words as he follows reports of the war in Ukraine.

When the bonds of humanity are broken

Andy Bryant laments those times when man’s inhumanity to man seem to shatter the cords that ought to bind us together.

Back to church – we are family!

Claire Hamilton-Deane encourages us to re-immerse ourselves fully into the family life of our churches.

We sometimes need a bigger hammer

Regular contributor Jane Walters recently faced a challenge which required the strength and resources of a greater power.

But the Lord looks at the heart

Judith Edmonds shares a word of encouragement for those of us who feel that our looks or achievements don’t measure up to what we see around us, especially in the media.

Are your giftings a blessing to others?

Andrew Frere-Smith shares his admiration for people who use their giftings to improve the lives of others

God save the Queen and our planet

Philip Young is thankful for our Queen’s long reign, and is encouraging us to participate in the celebrations and to support the Green Canopy campaign.

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