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The Tiara Exchange
The Tiara Exchange is a podcast featuring short reflections on the Gospel appointed for the Mass of the day, offered by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon, Rector of St Michael and All Saints, Edinburgh. Inspired by an apocryphal tale of a tiara exchanged to help build the church, each episode considers the exchanges in Christian life, guided by Christ’s example and call to follow him.
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Episodes
Why dreamers are strong (Matthew 1.18-25) 19.03.2025 1:54
Dreams are often dismissed as distractions, but what if they play a vital role in preparing us for the challenges ahead? Reflection from the Mass on 19th March 2025, the Feast of St Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The gospel’s view of a senator (Luke 22:24-30) 17.03.2025 1:40
When stability and experience aren’t enough—what the Gospel says about leadership. Reflection from the Mass on 17th March 2025, the Feast of St Patrick, Bishop, Missionary
Beyond Newton (Mark 8:22-26) 19.02.2025 2:26
Newton’s laws make sense of the world—until they don’t. Sometimes, what seems complete is only the beginning. Reflection from the Mass on 19th February 2025.
Brian and Maggie (Mark 6:1-6) 05.02.2025 1:13
A television drama, an old debate, and a Gospel challenge. The truth might be right in front of us, if we can see it. Reflection from the Mass on 5th February 2025.
The weight of a name (Luke 2.15-21) 01.01.2025 1:29
On this New Year’s Day and the Feast of the Holy Name, reflecting on the names we carry and what they might mean for who we are Reflection from the Mass on 1st January 2025
When silence isn’t golden (Matthew 1:18-24) 18.12.2024 2:28
Reflecting on a challenging moment for the Church and the actions of Joseph in the Gospel, exploring the tension between discretion and transparency. Reflection from the Mass on 18th December 2024.
Functioning at our best (Matthew 11:28-30) 11.12.2024 1:07
Connecting with God takes focus and intention—but what if we’re not feeling at our best? Reflection from the Mass on 11th December 2024.
Why the church matters 25.11.2024 3:28
This special episode features my Rector’s Address from the AGM of St Michael and All Saints on the Feast of Christ the King. I explore the unique purpose of the church as a house of prayer, the human need for connection with something greater, and what it means to carry this mission forward in our time and place.
The absence we feel (John 6.37-40) 03.11.2024 1:07
In a world of unseen things, what does it mean to long for what we can’t see? Reflection from the Requiem Mass for All Souls
Lambert v California (Luke 12.39-48) 23.10.2024 1:28
A reflection on how human justice compares with God’s way of seeing and responding to the world Reflection from the Mass on 23rd October 2024
Giving religion a bad name (Luke 11:42-46) 16.10.2024 1:29
Who gives religion a bad name, and what are the rest of us going to do about it? Reflection from the Mass on 16th October 2024.
Golfing essentials (Luke 9:1-6) 25.09.2024 0:49
Golfers need a lot of gear to play the game. What do Christians need? Reflection from the Mass on 25th September 2024.
It’s time to dance (Luke 7:31-35) 18.09.2024 1:35
It’s Strictly season! In this inaugural episode, I reflect on the theme of dancing—both on the dance floor and in our spiritual lives. Reflection from the Mass on 18th September 2024.
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