Pastor's Thought

Today, in the Christian calendar, marks Palm Sunday, the day that commemorates Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. It is the Sunday when crowds filled the streets, crying out, “Hosanna, Hosanna!”, in fulfilment of the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9. All four Gospels record this moment, often referred to as the Triumphal Entry (Matthew 21:1–11; Mark 11:1–11; Luke […]

Mothering Sunday is a significant day in the Christian and cultural calendar. It is a time set aside to honour mothers and recognise the profound influence they have on our lives, families and communities. While often associated with the modern celebration of Mother’s Day, the Christian tradition of Mothering Sunday has deeper roots in gratitude […]

Mothering Sunday is a significant day in the Christian and cultural calendar. It is a time set aside to honour mothers and recognise the profound influence they have on our lives, families and communities. While often associated with the modern celebration of Mother’s Day, the Christian tradition of Mothering Sunday has deeper roots in gratitude […]

Today we mark International Women’s Day, a moment to recognise the contribution, courage and resilience of women across history. Scripture provides powerful examples of women whose lives shaped faith, community and history. In many ways, their stories still speak to the realities women face today. Women throughout history have experienced marginalisation, abuse, neglect and rejection. […]

Today we mark International Women’s Day, a moment to recognise the contribution, courage and resilience of women across history. Scripture provides powerful examples of women whose lives shaped faith, community and history. In many ways, their stories still speak to the realities women face today. Women throughout history have experienced marginalisation, abuse, neglect and rejection. […]

International Women’s Day 8 March 2026 calls the world to action under the theme Give To Gain. The message is direct: when we give, we gain. Gender equality does not advance through passive agreement but through intentional generosity. Giving is not loss; it is multiplication. When women thrive, societies strengthen economically, socially and culturally. The Give To […]

International Women’s Day 8 March 2026 calls the world to action under the theme Give To Gain. The message is direct: when we give, we gain. Gender equality does not advance through passive agreement but through intentional generosity. Giving is not loss; it is multiplication. When women thrive, societies strengthen economically, socially and culturally. The Give To […]

The Reverend Jesse Jackson (October 8, 1941–February 17, 2026) leaves behind a legacy that is impossible to separate from the unfinished work of American democracy. Born in Greenville, South Carolina, under the heaviness of Jim Crow, he turned personal hardship into public purpose as one of the most recognisable voices of the 20th and 21st […]

The Reverend Jesse Jackson (October 8, 1941–February 17, 2026) leaves behind a legacy that is impossible to separate from the unfinished work of American democracy. Born in Greenville, South Carolina, under the heaviness of Jim Crow, he turned personal hardship into public purpose as one of the most recognisable voices of the 20th and 21st […]

Valentine’s Day is often seen as one of the most romantic days of the year, with flowers, chocolates and all of the items that represent love. However, Valentine’s Day did not start as a moneymaking fete of romance. Its origins lie in Roman fertility festivals such as Lupercalia and in the commemoration of Christian martyr […]

Valentine’s Day is often seen as one of the most romantic days of the year, with flowers, chocolates and all of the items that represent love. However, Valentine’s Day did not start as a moneymaking fete of romance. Its origins lie in Roman fertility festivals such as Lupercalia and in the commemoration of Christian martyr […]

BBC News announced on 31st January 2026 of two deadly explosions in Iran. This has served to sharpen regional anxiety, even though authorities responded quickly to deny claims that a senior military figure was targeted. It was reported that at least five people were killed in two separate incidents more than 1,000 kilometres apart.  The […]