Thought for the Week

I am hearing quite a bit about how the world may change because of COVID-19. How cities might be redesigned or repurposed so that work places and living spaces and amenities are much closer together. I hadn’t appreciated that the history behind the design of cities over the centuries had often been in response to […]

My COVID-19 test came back negative. The NHS sent me both a text and an email to give me the news so I wouldn’t miss it. I wasn’t ill or worried as such because I took the test on the basis of an email rather than a high temperature or new continuous cough. I have […]

Each time you read the Bible, new things can be seen or thought about. New questions can arise from something previously known but now noticed. It is part of the dynamic work of the Holy Spirit. Often described as ‘I hadn’t noticed before’, I recently had a chat about the priests who became obedient to […]

When you have a task to do, you want someone proficient – actually more than that, expert – in doing it. Whether it is plumbing, surgery, building your house, flying, fixing your car and so much more, you are looking for the knowledge and skill to assess and attend to the task at hand. The […]

What is the message of that first Pentecost? What should we take away? From the many things to choose perhaps it is the conclusion of Peter’s sermon when asked by the crowds what they should do to be saved, he said, “Repent”. I’m reading ‘The Illumined Heart’ by Frederica Mathewes-Green and she has a chapter […]

Charlotte made some face masks this week. Ostensibly for me in case I was called to the hospital during the week but, of course, they could be for her. We don’t know what the ruling will be in the future regarding them as people mingle more and more. I find myself ambivalent about them. I […]

I conducted two memorial services on VE Day. The afternoon service was three of us – myself, the wreath bearer, and the piper all very physically distanced. Yes, those in the houses nearby came out and watched and pedestrians slowed, stopped and watched – again people stayed apart from each other – and even the […]

Language is important. We are told to mean what we say and say what we mean! This is important in public health or emergency situations where messages need to be delivered succinctly, accurately, and often. Oh, and they have to be true. People then assess the risk and make judgements about what they do. Behind […]

The one and the many are constant themes and references at the moment. Families used to going shopping together are now represented by one person. Businesses have adapted to working from home where possible but often there is someone still having to go into the place of work. Large companies with various departments may be […]