hello 2009…

Photo credit: Nino Ostojic – photographer, thinker, techno-dancer, theologian, chef, wise-man, monk, friend…

surprised by generosity

Growing up in a Christian family, in a church, attending the myriad Christian events happening around the country has its many plus points. One of the downsides is that you get very good at expressing what you’re supposed to believe without actually believing it. Maybe that’s just my own experience but many of the challenges…

the season of giving…?

Working for a network of NGOs I am so very aware of how this current “economic crisis” is impacting the poorest of the poor, with many of our members praying desperately for enough donations to continue the vital work they are doing all over the world. So I know money is tight for many people…

on my mind this week

The fate of General Motors. Not something I would have given a seconds notice six months ago, but having a good friend there suddenly makes it feel personal. Read this blog entry about it and then keep an eye and a prayer on the news… Advent – well, it’s only a few weeks away. I’m…

mad world

No I don’t wanna battle from beginning to end; I don’t wanna cycle or recycle revenge; I don’t wanna follow death and all his friends. These lyrics from Coldplay are going round and round my head, illustrated with images from DRC and Afghanistan this week.

holy kissing

You may remember me telling you about The Well’s daily devotion and the way we’ve all contributed to this month’s devotions. Well, the most highly anticipated devotion of the month has finally arrived. Ladies and Gentlemen, today’s focus verse is “Greet one another with a Holy Kiss”. Who, you are thinking, would have been mad…