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Today, Mike reflects on an incident in the life of the early Christians in the first century. We end with the hymn,"O God Beyond All Praising".  Hymn: CC from the Church of England  CCLI #1025791​​

Jean reflects on the life of the Bible scholar, Jerome, whose feast-day is celebrated on Friday. We end with the hymn, "God Is Working His Purpose Out". Hymn: CC from the Church of England  CCLI #1025791​​

Martin reflects on the life of St Matthew, whose feast-day is celebrated today. We end with the hymn, "For All The Saints". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Father Ian reflects on the life of our late Queen Elizabeth. We end with the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Today Mike considers the difficult question of whether to leave churches open during daylight hours. We end with the hymn, "The Church's One Foundation".  Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Jean reflects on the life of John Bunyan. We end with Bunyan's hymn, "Who Would True Valour See". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​   

Today, Martin explains the difference between disciples and apostles. We end with the hymn, "Ye Watchers And Ye Holy Ones".  Hymn: CC from the Church of England  CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Father Ian reflects on the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus. We end with the hymn, "Tell Out My Soul". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​   

Mike reflects on the life of Roy Hackett, the Bristol campaigner against racial discrimination

Jean tells us about St Oswald, King of Northumbria, whose feast day is on Friday, and his influence in spreading Christianity in the region. We end with the hymn, "Go Forth And Tell". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Martin reflects on the life of Mary Magdalene. We end with the hymn, "O Jesus I Have Promised". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Today Father Ian reflects on the Tory leadership contest, and discusses some notable Christian reformers. We end with the hymn, "Jesus Christ Is Waiting". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​   

Today, Mike reflects on a verse from the Book of Proverbs. We end with the hymn, "Thou Whose Almighty Word".  Hymn: CC from the Church of England  CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Jean describes a recent visit to Canterbury Cathedral. We end with the hymn, "Lord, For The Years". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Martin reflects on Creation and its relationship to the Trinity, followed by the hymn 'For the Fruits of his Creation'. Hymn: CC from the Church of England; CCLI #1025791

On St Alban's Day, Father Ian reflects on martyrdom. We end with the hymn, "For All The Saints". Hymn: CC from the Church of England  CCLI #1025791​​

Following a trip to the US National Parks, Mike reflects on our relationship with nature. We end with the hymn, "How Great Thou Art". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Jean reflects on the rich heritage of our hymns. We end with the hymn, "Awake My Soul". Hymn: CC from the Church of England  CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Martin reflects on the story of Jesus and the disciples sharing breakfast on the beach. We end with the hymn, "Be Still, For The Presence Of The Lord". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Tomorrow is Ascension Day, and Father Ian reflects on the significance of the Ascension. We end with the hymn, "Crown Him With Many Crowns". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Mike tells us about the celebrations of Easter in the Greek Orthodox Church. We end with the hymn, "I Heard The Voice Of Jesus Say". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Today, Jean reflects on the history of the Holy Communion service. We end with the hymn, "O Thou Who At Thy Eucharist Didst Pray". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​

Martin reflects on the things we need to live, and our need for something greater than ourselves.   Hymn 'All-creating heavenly Giver' by Michael Saward (1932-2015) © Mrs E R Hudson/The Jubilate Group www.jubilate.co.uk Used by permission (CCLI 4705860)

Today, Father Ian reflects on the story of "Doubting Thomas". We end with the hymn, "Brother, Sister, Let Me Serve You". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​   

Today, Jean reflects on the significance of Good Friday in the light of the resurrection of Jesus on Easter Day. We end with the hymn, "Jesus Christ Is Risen Today". Hymn: CC from the Church of England CCLI #1025791​​