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In his Christmas message, the Rt Rev Peter Collins, Bishop of East Anglia, says that enduring hope is only discovered through an encounter with God.
Bishop says encounter God for an enduring hope
The gift of receiving at Christmas
Ruth Lilley explains why she will be focussing more on receiving than on giving this Christmas.
Jesus is calm and bright says Bishop of Norwich
In his Christmas message, the Bishop of Norwich Graham Usher says that Jesus brings calm to stormy and anxious lives and offers a brighter way for us all.
Following the lead of our festive saint
As we progress through Advent, Jane Walters takes a look at St Nicholas, whom many regard as the inspiration for our current day festive benefactor!
Finding calm amidst the festive hustle and bustle
As Christmas rapidly approaches, Ian Boughton finds peace from the inspiration of a saint who had a revelation almost 140 years ago.
The encouragement of an unexpected gift
Jane Walters has received a book aimed at nurturing her faith, but it is the circumstances of the gift, as well as the content of the book, which she has found so encouraging.
Living in sickness and in health
Members of Parliament have voted in favour of legislation to enable assisted dying in certain defined circumstances, but Andy Bryant believes that there are deeper issues to be explored.
Why would we build our house in the dunes?
Anna Heydon recalls the coastal erosion in the autumn storms which caused some properties along the Norfolk coastline to be lost to the sea, and reminds us of a lesson from the gospels.
So, does this mean I’m an evangelist?
Anna Price has been reflecting on the role she carries out at her church, but wrestles with the label that would often be attributed to that role.
The perfect place to hold on to hope
Ruth Lilley has been sharing with us, in her last two columns, her thoughts on a famous verse from 1 Corinthians 13. Today she encourages us with a Love that hopes.
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice!
Ian Boughton has realised how much we tend to repeat ourselves in our hymns and prayers, and wonders if we run the risk of diluting their meaning.
Will you be sending Christmas cards this year?
As our thoughts turn to planning for Christmas, Lance Birks reflects on the positive value of sending a Christmas card.
Aiming for the goal to get the job done
Jane Walters has been decorating, and has some advice for those who are putting off getting the job finished.
Please do not forget the planet
COP 16 is currently underway in Columbia, as part of the United Nations Biodiversity Conference, and Andy Bryant reminds us how important it is that we take care of God’s creation.
God’s treasures are for sharing
Catherine Ayre encourages us to appreciate the mysteries God has revealed to us, and to make sure we share those gems with others we meet.
Bishop of Norwich reflects on year of horror in Middle East
The Bishop of Norwich the Rt Rev Graham Usher reflects on an unimaginable year of horror in the Middle East and urges us all to reject division in our communities.
The love that requires you to trust
In her August column, Ruth Lilley reminded us that we needed to protect those we love. Today she urges us to also show them the kind of trust that we have in God.
Bringing treasures into the storehouse
Inspired by the story of the widow’s penny in Mark’s gospel, Ian Boughton wonders about the impact of his own humble donations to charity.
The kindness that flows from a generous heart
Kindness is one of the Fruits of the Spirit, and Jane Walters reminds us of the joy that can be released when we are kind to each other.
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