When considering ministry, or looking at people for ministry, I’ve heard lots of people comment – words to the effect – ‘he’s pastorally gifted’ or
pastoral
Champagne theology bores
My son is the only 5-year-old I know who specifically requests to watch Mary Berry cooking programmes. He gladly sits and watches back-to-back episodes totally
Unholy ghosting
I have made no secret of my dislike for networking and that whole aspect of life in the ministry. I have mentioned it here, here, here
Sometimes you’ve just got to get your hands dirty
Some years ago now, I was on a mission with my Dad. These missions, at least back then, tended to involve staying in some fairly
The both-and debate continues – a rejoinder
Dave Williams has been blogging lately about a ‘both-and’ approach to utilising our resources. He has been broadly arguing in favour of recognising certain things
The reality of ministry
Around three years ago, my friend – Mike Tindall – delivered an address at my pastoral induction. Ever the encourager, here was what he had