Why do so many young people still flock to university? It’s the human drive to improve oneself, to learn, to discover. Sheffield has a simple, safe, homely feel. It’s been my home for 30 years.
Read MoreThere are congratulations and celebrations in the air around Sheffield. So who, or what has top place in your affection and attention?
Read MoreI’ve been thinking about the simple, salt-of-the-earth local life. Let’s go grassroots. There’s something very special about the longevity of local sports and children’s teams.
Read MoreWhat a crazy season we have all just been through! This September it feels a lot like pressing ‘restart’ on church, almost like we are beginning it all over again. We commend you for holding firm in your faith thus far. Let’s go further together.
Read MoreLockdown 2.0 comes to an end next week., the city is opening up again. 2020 has been a tough year. How willing are you this Christmas time to be open to new ideas, new thought, new faith?
Read MoreCan all your worries add a single moment to your life? Worry is placing your emotions at the mercy of an event which hasn’t happened and may never happen. Is there more solid ground to build our thoughts and dreams upon?
Read MoreLast week at The Well we celebrated Harvest Festival, giving to our local foodbank. In the midst of hardship and uncertainty comes the call to count our blessings because there is always something to be thankful for.
Read MoreSimplicity is very attractive in a situation of confusion, and the British public are crying out for it. One of the greatest draws for me to Christianity is how simple it is. Jesus says, “come follow me” and lays out his life and character as an example to follow.
Read MoreLast week I took a family holiday to Cornwall, watching a squawky, wobbly baby seagull and its mum teach me lessons about God.
Read MoreWe are often keen to throw a lot of money on home improvements and necessary maintenance. We love the feeling of something new and something we can touch. But what about self-care, what about routine maintenance for our soul?
Read MoreHumans are made for work and rest. People are desperate for brain space and to take a rest from their work. There is an alternative which is to work from a place of rest. An inner peace will navigate us healthily through external responsibilities and even turmoil.
Read MoreNews headlines are beginning to appear of significant job losses, and the prospect of many more to come across our nation. Work is a good thing. It offers structured purpose, a sense of community and often tremendous satisfaction and fulfilment, and God created it.
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