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When the Fire Goes Out: What to Do When You’ve Reached Rock Bottom (opens the original)
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You can have an extraordinary experience of God and still find yourself completely exhausted the next day. In 1 Kings 19, we meet Elijah at his absolute wit's end. Fresh off a massive victory on Mount Carmel, he's running for his life, hiding under a broom bush, and asking God to just let him die.In this Sunday reflection from the Draycote and Leam Valley Benefice, Rev. Phil Price explores the reality of burnout, unexpected places where God shows up, and why divine help often looks less like a s
When Life Hurts: Why Christian Hope Doesn't Ask You to Pretend (opens the original)
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What do you do when the ground beneath your feet gives way? In a culture that constantly pushes the exhausting mantra to "choose hope" by simply thinking positively and putting your fingers in your ears, Christian hope offers something radically different.In this Sunday reflection from the Draycote and Leam Valley Benefice, Phil Price explores Psalm 30, the realities of Good Friday, and unexpected echoes of grace found everywhere from modern television and music to the wartime writings of P.G. W
How do you loose the most important book in the world? (opens the original)
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Have you ever cleared out a messy room, only to discover something valuable you didn’t even realize was missing?In 2 Kings 22, an eight-year-old king named Josiah orders a long-overdue clear-out of the dusty, neglected Temple. But under decades of accumulated debris, the workmen uncover something extraordinary: the long-lost Book of the Law.In this Sunday reflection, Rev. Phil Price explores how easily we can hold onto the outer structures of culture, religion, and everyday life while accidental
The £7.99 Rugby Shirt | Baptism & Communion Explained (opens the original)
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What is a sacrament, and what do baptism and Holy Communion actually mean for our daily lives?In this summer joint benefice address, Rev. Phil explores the Anglican sacraments during the baptism of 3-month-old Penelope. Using everything from a 2001 Welsh Cup final to a £7.99 bargain rugby shirt—and a very conspicuous silk blouse—this message breaks down the difference between passive, nominal religion and a life transformed by grace.Whether you're looking for a simple guide to church sacraments,
A sheep Dog Called Moss (opens the original)
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In the First of our Summer Reflection Barbara shares some insights on the Good Shepherd from her experience of choosing a sheep dog
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