RevSarahShares

This week I end up looking at the 3 Rs - Rituals, Running and Revelation. Our bible focus at the end is Psalm 139. The conversation meanders through thinking about focus, stating the obvious, a little gender joking (sorry!) and how God uses technology to send messages! Rituals are changing, running is getting faster(!) and revelations about emotion, God and more. Thanks for joining with me again....

Seriously folks where do the weeks go? This week I find that God is pushing me to reflect on my ability to love unconditionally. There is an expectation that ministers don't or shouldn't getting grumpy or short with people, or even make mistakes. Well guess what? I do! Been an interesting week considering how we hold funerals, manage grief and stay on top of everything! Hope you enjoy. Tha...

Welcome to this week's edition where this week we celebrate life and mark the death of loved ones. A wee tribute to a great woman included in this week's podcast. As well as an overview of the week that was...a little bit shorter but not sure why! Thank you for listening and sharing my journey with me. #ministry #faith #sessionclerks #life #celebrations #clergymum

Welcome to the last episode for August - seriously where does the time go? This week has been one of discernment and questioning - some mine, some others. Hopefully you feel encouraged and reminded that I am most definitely human! Enjoy! And God bless #ministry #parish #churchofscotland #clergymum

Wlecome to the next edition of RevSarahShares where I share the highlights of my week in a busy parish in the new town of East Kilbride. It is themed around family dynamics, my weird understandings, and the role ministers can play as advocates or bouncers, listeners or advice panels! I also give you a resume of the week that was, we stop by Matthew 20:1-16 with music courtesy of Pixabay and Julius...

Welcome to this week's instalment where I start with a story about love language in our family, and how my children have helped me understand God's love more. And then it a whirlwind tour through my week which even by my standards is full on! I do hope you enjoy sharing my week with me and every blessing in the week that lies ahead. Maybe, like me, you will need a rest afterwards! Do check...

Welcome to this week's podcast with an overview of life in parish ministry! Lots of people events this week - which I love. Our bible passage is one for today - Matthew 25:1-13 the story of the ten bridesmaids. I was struck by the wise ones saying no. It made me wonder about when is it right to say 'no'? I look at it with the eyes of property because that was the focus of the day (and...

Hey, welcome back to the RevSarah Shares Podcast! It is new technology running this behind the scenes and it is has been a bit of a learning curve! However, here is a podcast which includes a focus on gardening and the lessons I have pondered about change in the church along the way. Nothing earth shattering(!) but challenging nonetheless. And of course, an update on my week, a little about my hol...

Welcome to another glimpse into the life of a parish minister talking time, highlights and spider hunting! I’m off for the next two weeks so next episode will be first Friday in August. Thanks so much for stopping by again and I hope you enjoy! I certainly love sharing. God bless.

Hey all, welcome back. It’s Friday again. And I’ve been laid up with Covid this week. But a few thoughts here, a recommendation for gathering practice and a reminder we follow the voice of Jesus! See you next Friday.

Another week passes and yes I missed Tuesday…Tuesday didn’t miss me! Apologies. Hope you enjoy today where I ponder the value in visiting other churches and whether we put enough emphasis and definition into the ‘good’ of good governance… Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening. Have a great weekend and see you soon! #ministry #Christianity #church

School chaplaincy means P7 leavers assemblies - and today there were two with one to go! I go off on a mini rant about what I see as horrible theology, but otherwise a gentle reflection on school chaplaincy and life as mum and a minister. God bless and have a great weekend!

A thoughtful time at the moment considering diaries, the filling of time and the good use of time along with other random updates and a wee poem about how important we all are. How good are you at saying no? Or at disappointing people? #ministry

It has been a whirlwind week since I left you on Tuesday. Meetings and ministry, conversations and communion, wedding dresses and football. Busy, busy, yet exciting and exhilarating. I love it but at the same time it is concerning. But join me in the chaos and the movement of the Spirit.

Thanks for all the birthday wishes. A year older but no wiser. Thinking session work, ministry and mission, the danger of overthinking and the gift of creativity. Plus a few encouraging verses from scripture. Oh and prayers for a football event…. #ministry #prayer #clergymum #creativity

Ministry is a whirlwind of activity and diary management. All good fun but there are only so many hours. But I love to give them away. Asked what I wanted for my birthday - more time! There is so much I want to do…enjoy today’s instalment and give it away - your life, your love and … #ministry #Christianity #clergymum

Ministry has become a voyage of discovery - well I suppose it always has been. Maybe old age is taking its toll! Some thoughts on being confident, the challenges of time such as Saturday meetings and other aspects to life. Can we, can I trust the potter? #ministry #learning #confidence.

It is super late but it is still Friday. Need to find my recording rhythm (I promise). A wee catch up on a week that has been jam packed but also very joyous. Celebrating lives, even in loss, and marking milestones. Blessings Sarah

The last update of the GA experience touching on highlights, questions about manses, CPD and whether one ever truly stops being in the parish…as well as remembering the gift of presence. Did the mood of the GA follow the weather? For my take on some of it (and remember at times I was distracted by other responsibilities) do have a listen along. Have a great weekend and catch you next Tuesday.

For those of you brave enough to listen to another minister ramble on here are my insights from today. May it bring you something to smile about and to pray about. At least it wasn’t all about the money! Quite a well balanced set of topics to be fair. #GA2024

This week they have made me leave the parish (though you’ll notice I sneak back!) so I’ll share with you the best I can some food for thought over the coming week. What is the purpose of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland? Keeping an open mind here! Honest. All welcome to join me on my field trip. God bless you. #GA2024 #ministry

The power of one, the presbytery plan and pushing the wrong button. It’s been quite a tough few days. But now I’m on annual leave so you get peace for a week or so. Back next Friday. Until then God bless you!

Welcome to Friday just back in the door from the party and sharing the bundle of joy that was was Wednesday, Thursday and Friday! Lots of fun and privilege. Thanks for joining with me again.

Unravelling - a good thing? Feeling under the weather but my mouth still works. Enjoy the wee thinkings as I debrief with you…and I hope you help recognise the nudges of the Spirit.

Another Friday… wow. Where does the time go? Lots of beginnings and ministry development. And family….