What's in a single word, and what is lost in its replacement? In the church creeds, the word 'catholic' may need to be explained to those who are unfamiliar with its use, but it is a word rich in meaning, history, and connection to our faith - connection the young people yearn for.
It Is Not Fitting?
Some reflections on society's rejection of women's expressions of anger and passion.
Women Interrupted
A horn is an aggressively violent interruption. You cannot dismiss women being beeped at or catcalled on the street without secretly dismissing other forms of violence against women.
Undercurrents
My life seems calm and pretty. But below the rippling surface, there are strong undercurrents flowing in different directions, pushing against each other, overlapping and dragging me with them... With one word from Christ, the raging sea became calm. How much more will my heart find peace in Him?
Over-Commitment to Christ?
Mistakes and failures are nothing to be ashamed of compared to my willingness to downplay my passion for Christ – and His passion for us – because it might make others feel uncomfortable.
The Tea Shelf
A reflection on how my kitchen tea shelf mirrors a kind of spiritual shelf; both of which have grown through fellowship with others in my time at Ridley.
Why I Overshare About Mental Illness
I will not be quiet about hope, when there are so many who need it.
Liar, Liar.
Inspired by Clayton Jennings' song 'Dear Anxiety', I wrote this poem last year about battling depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide.
When People Prayed: The Miracle of Dunkirk
King George's national day of prayer and the evacuation of Dunkirk: What prayer can do.
Hamilton and the Harmony of Forgiveness
Let's talk about Hamilton, Eliza, and that moment she forgave.
The Restless Sojourner 
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