Advent: going ’round again?

6 Dec

Advent is the season of expectation and anticipation. It is about ‘the coming of the Lord’? Actually, it is about trying to understand what we mean by ‘the coming of the Lord’. In short, it is far more than the … Read More »

What are we waiting for?

6 Dec

At this time of year, we are reminded constantly of how many days till Christmas—and soon the waiting will be over. Waiting is a theme here: but I find myself wondering whether in fact we are waiting for anything. We … Read More »

A new year, not just another year

31 Dec

It’s important to consider that the new year is not just another year. At least that’s how I hope it will be. I’m writing this on what is officially the final day of my employment contract as Principal of Whitley … Read More »

Seeing is believing: if you have eyes to see

11 Feb

This week I am noting 5 years since my surgery for cancer. I am so grateful to be alive and for the wonderful gift of health I enjoy. Health is not just a physical state. More than anything, it’s a … Read More »