Advent marks the start of the church's new liturgical cycle and a time to look ahead with hope and faith. Canon Keith Farrow reflects on the themes of advent and our role as we watch and wait for the coming King.
"So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him." Matthew 24:44
The Feast of Christ the King invites us to surrender ourselves to the loving reign of God. Bishop of Doncaster, Peter Burrows, reflects on the sovereign rule of Christ.
"Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:43
On Remembrance Sunday, how can we recall such loss and suffering and find hope? The Dean of Sheffield, Peter Bradley reflects on the words of the Medieval poet, Julian of Norwich.
"God heals us by entering into our suffering and feeling it with us, until, very gradually, we are healed. All suffering is healed by the gentle presence of Christ."
Reflection on the Kingdom of God invites us to look backwards in history, to learn, celebrate, lament, and grow in understanding and faith. It also offers us the opportunity to play our part in making the characteristics of the Kingdom of God a reality today.
"I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth." Job 19:25
