Attention! Attention!    Habits of life (1)

18 Mar

Attention! Attention! I am sure we have all heard this kind of call, perhaps over a public address system. It demands that we listen. The word ‘attention’ can have this sense of a demand or command. As children at school … Read More »

Thin books (1) ‘A little exercise for young theologians’

22 Feb

I have never forgotten the declaration by a much esteemed teacher of theology to me, a student: ‘This is the age of thin books and thin theology’. True, I came to love the theology contained in large volumes, such as … Read More »

Gems to Savour (3) Charlie Chaplin, Loving yourself

26 Oct

Charlie Chaplin (1889 – 1977) was one of the greats of the twentieth century: His contribution was made through comedy, acting, musical composition and as one of the most influential figures in the film industry. Like so many comedians, he … Read More »