A space to contemplate…
Having been in the Diocese of Peterborough for a little over a year now, I did not expect to be elected to General Synod. Amazingly, I was though, and I remain completely humbled by the result - for more information, and to hold me to account, please find my electoral address here: Morna Simpson_General Synod... Continue Reading →
My sermon from our May Festival earlier this week with readings from Acts 1:12-14 and Luke 1:39-56. It was a service with great blessings, where I had the opportunity to witness mutual flourishing at its best: My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord. My spirit rejoices in God my Saviour. For he has looked... Continue Reading →
#443 This week I've been working on a #resource for #contemplativeprayer. I've also been incredibly humbled by events of the last few days. This #poem came out of those two aspects of my week: #Humility Oblivion is easy, simple, peaceful even; But is it real, everlasting peace? That which flows from God, The source of... Continue Reading →
#400 #day18 of placement has a theme of #humility where being called to humility was part of my #homily for our mid-week eucharist. It was also the main feeling in my heart as a homeless man thanked me for all I had done to help (which was to print a form to fill out for... Continue Reading →
#295 Finally the presidential staff has been passed on. I have been the President of the Common Room at college since October, and the initials on the staff are a testament of those who have gone before me. It has genuinely been a joy and a privilege, and I have loved every minute of it.... Continue Reading →
#272 What are the #ethicsofchristianmission? Is there a right way to #proclaimthegospel? "Preach the gospel and if necessary use words." #saintfrancisofassisi Myself and my colleague delivered a presentation on the ethics of mission yesterday. Perhaps we could say that God-centred mission involved #love, #humility and #service as three key components...all are inter-related and all are... Continue Reading →
Tea and Theology 