Jesus – who calls him son of God?
Ian B. Re-reading Luke’s gospel, it’s interesting to see how Luke presents the sonship of Jesus. In my study of Joseph a couple of years ago I focussed on Matthew’s account of…
Reading and listening while white
So far in 2024 I have deliberately tried to be conscious of what I am reading, the effect it is having on me, and what difference this might make to…
BRIT(ish) – Afua Hirsch
This was another eye-opening read for me, as the author, who is mixed race and grew up in Wimbledon, describes, from personal experience, interviews and research, ways in which life…
Where Jake’s story leads…
Jake’s story was the introduction to this talk at Forest Hill Community Church where I talked (for about 25 minutes) about the Bible’s attitude to vulnerable children and how seeing…
Jake’s Story
Jake had a big family; he was the second of five brothers, and he had three sisters too. They lived in a small village with mum and dad, until Jake…
Exploring My Ignorance
Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race – Reni Eddo-Lodge As a white foster carer to mixed race children I am seeking to equip myself better for…
A Christmas Carol
A festive tale of trauma & attachment, the reason for the season, future hope, and wilful ignorance. A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Writings by Charles Dickens My Goodreads rating:…
Book 2 of 2024
Light Perpetual by Francis Spufford My rating: 4 of 5 stars A book about lives and places that grew on me. Starting with a brilliantly slow opening chapter the novel…
My first finished book in 2024
Around the World in 80 Games: A Mathematician Unlocks the Secrets of the Greatest Games by Marcus du Sautoy My rating: 4 of 5 stars An enjoyable and easy to…
A Psalm to follow a re-shuffle
One of today’s Psalms in the pattern from the old BCP is Psalm 72. Reading it in the context of the news of this week’s surprise re-shuffle of the UK…