Unknown… Look, See, Pray
March 19, 2026
Such creatures are as different from us as they could be. Cold-blooded, insectivore, and armour-plated! … More Unknown… Look, See, Pray
Scriptural Stations of the Cross
March 16, 2026
Dear Readers, for your delectation and delight I present … the Scriptural Stations of the Cross: an interactive, all-age (and remember, that does not mean ‘for the kids’) meditation on the Easter story, starting on the evening on Maundy Thursday and ending on Easter Morning. Click here for the 12-page PDF including readings, prayers and … More Scriptural Stations of the Cross
Added Value- Look, See, Pray
March 14, 2026
Humans have often spent more time arguing over the questions of creation and evolution than we have spend on enjoying the rich diversity of life on Earth. Perhaps we should appreciate more and argue less? … More Added Value- Look, See, Pray
Through the Valley- Look, See, Pray
March 5, 2026
I’ve chosen this photo for this reflection because I’ve just been through a valley myself… the “ride” has had highs and lows, tears and exhilaration. This pic seemed to fit. … More Through the Valley- Look, See, Pray
Saint Scooby-Doo?
March 2, 2026
Here’s a super-duper resource for Holy Week and Easter: The Stations of the Cross – but not the ones featuring the totally fictitious Saint Scooby-Doo. (Sorry, did I say that out loud? I meant Veronica.) Each station has a New Testament Reading and a linked Old Testament passage, a short prayer and a suggested thing to … More Saint Scooby-Doo?
Purist? Look, See, Pray
February 26, 2026
Confession time- I love them all. Big, little, bright, subtle, any shade I can get. I’m not a purist about daffs- I simply rejoice to see them nodding at me as I pass by. … More Purist? Look, See, Pray
Why is Easter so Hard?
February 23, 2026
Hello ‘Flectioneers, having in the last six weeks completed a 3000-word essay on the history of interpretation of the (almost) sacrifice of Isaac (including Greek, Hebrew and a sassy little chiasm); finished the manuscript of my latest book and got that sent to the publisher; and written a 6000-worder on Bonhoeffer as the Luther of … More Why is Easter so Hard?
Hallelujah! Look, See, Pray
February 19, 2026
Throughout scripture, flowers are symbolic of beauty, transience, and the splendor of God’s creation. They remind us of the fragility of life, as well as God’s provision for our needs. So let’s join a psalm of Creation’s praise to God- let beauty inspire our response. … More Hallelujah! Look, See, Pray
Kept Safe- Look, See, Pray
February 12, 2026
A procession of six to twelve tiny fluffs who, like all children, spend half their time pushing boundaries and the other half clinging on to Mum! Keeping an eye of all of them is a full-time job. … More Kept Safe- Look, See, Pray
Ash Wednesday / Lent stuff
February 11, 2026
(repost) Well January was a long year, but we got through it, right? And now it’s almost Lent? Seriously? I’ve only just put the crib away! But panic not, dear ‘Flectioneers. I have some yummy resources for you. A few Lent devotional books, printable Puzzle Pages (great for take-home bags), and a beautiful Lent loose-part … More Ash Wednesday / Lent stuff
The Reflectionary 