Paul Bayes

This is an outstanding appointment, and one which gives real hope for the future. Hooray!

Recognition of the state of Palestine should not be used as a bargaining chip. It should have happened months ago.

We also need far greater action to stop the humanitarian disaster in Gaza, including fully ceasing arms sales and implementing sanctions against the Israeli cabinet.

Bumping along, one day at a time. Blessings and love to you both.

You continue to bless the world, Kelli.

This is well said.

‘The hot tar splashed everywhere’: remembering the dark magic of Derek Jarman In 1989, the artist was living on the Kentish coast when he created a series of mysterious paintings with a bonfire and tar. A new exhibition brings these so-called Black Paintings to life – and shows...

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As usual with Feynman, these values speak far more widely than science. Imagine a theology that began from here.

Perhaps he needed to save money.

This is well said, and it could only be said from a perspective such as yours, Lucy. Thank you.

Certainly, this is true for me.

Budapest Pride goes ahead, defying Orban threat of 'legal consequences' Tens of thousands have gathered for the LGBTQ march in Hungary's capital, despite a police ban and warning from PM Viktor Orban.

This gives you hope, and not only for Hungary. Courage calls to courage everywhere.

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In an increasingly intolerant world, the witness of inclusive churches shines brightly. Prayers for all communities who speak out for God's welcoming love.

There are so many kind and generous people in the USA whom I count as my friends. My heart bleeds for them now, and even more for families such as this.

Unendurable.

Congratulations, Philip. Bless you, and all the great work you do.

A typically perceptive piece from Phil Groves. The more people seek church purity, the more schisms will ensue.

1. Know where you stand.
2. Stand there.

Wisdom on Shakespeare, by someone who seems to have actually read him.

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Walter Brueggemann: In Memory Walter Brueggemann passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, at the age of 92. He is survived by his wife, Tia, his sons, James and John, and their families. To read his online biography, click here.…

An outstanding scholar and thought leader. May he rest in peace and rise and glory.

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At the newly rehung National Gallery, sitting with the finest depiction of innocence in Western art. “Christ mocked” by Hieronymus Bosch.

Rereading Theodore Zeldin's fine book "The French" (1983). Here's a cartoon that has not aged.

Another post with an application to theologians.

Cartoon- Keir Starmer sitting at a desk and taking “language lessons“ from Nigel Farage.

From Ben Jennings of the Guardian. Accurate, and saddening.

This feels like our own version of “it was a Roman salute”