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A talk reflecting on Jesus' encounter with Martha and Mary (Luke 10:38-end) given at St Andrew's Church, Harberton, Near Totnes on 20 July 2025.

A talk given at St John Baptist Church, Marldon in Devon, UK based around Luke 10:25-37. The full image of the stained class windows can be found here . Details of the book referred to can be found here .

Looking back on a time when the world realised it had walked by on the other side. A version of this episode can be found on my blog at Work Rest Pray .   Image: Chronicle Live

Some thoughts on being an author and introducing a new book . A version of this episode can also be found on my blog - as can details of the events and other books referred to. Illustration by Rachel Alice Leggett. Used with permission.

A reflection on how walking a labyrinth can be a reminder of how we are held and comforted by the loving presence of God. A version of this episode can also be found on the Work Rest Pray blog .

This post contains a recording of a talk I was invited to give at St Stephen’s Church, Saltash in Cornwall on 9 June 2025. I was asked to talk about myself, my experience of life and faith and as a lay minister and author. The recording is divided in to chapters. Each one contains a 10-15 minute talk followed by discussion with those present. Timings for the chapters can be found on my blog .

Our experience of life and other people (and the church, it has to be said) can have a significant impact on how we feel about God and what we think God feels about us. A version of this post is available on the Work Rest Pray blog .

Paying attention to the noise around us can help us to pay attention to the noise within us. A version of this episode is also available on the Work Rest Pray blog . Recordings by Richard Frost except for 'Rain' by Eryliaa from Pixabay

A reflection for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day. This episode refers to the accompanying image 'Crucifixion' by Gladys Hynes. There is also a version available on the Work Rest Pray blog .  

Reflecting on the life and death of Pope Francis leads to thoughts on what makes a good leader. A version of this episode can be found on the Work Rest Pray blog .

A reflection for Easter Day. This episode contains a period of silence before closing music by Sharon Gerber. Used by kind permission. A video version is also available - click here .

A reflection for Good Friday based around the Stations of the Cross. There are times of silence in this episode. Includes extracts by Sister Christine Kresho from Stations of the Cross for Today’s Disciples in which she reflects on words Jesus may have spoken. Closing music by Laura & Sean Beeson at spiritjuicestudios.com . Used by kind permission. A video version featuring paintings by Devon...

A reflection for Maundy Thursday.  This podcast episode contains periods of silence and in one place refers to the covering image. Closing music: 'Gethsemane' by Jeff Johnson from the CD 'A Thin Silence'. (c) 2006 Ark Records Inc./Sola Scriptura Songs. arkmusic.com . All rights reserved. Used with permission.

A two-minute reflection for Palm Sunday.

Some thoughts and reflections on what the theatre can teach the church about worship. Inspired in part by Keeping the Ink Wet by UK-born Vancouver-based priest, playwright and director, Kevin G Yell. You can read a version of this episode on the Work Rest Pray blog

Hopes and Expectations is the third story in the Eastwood Story series of novellas and published on 20 March 2025. This episode contains 'edited highlights' from three Book Launch events - two in person and one online. It includes extracts from the book and contributions from poet and novelist, Richard Skinner and musicians, Axford & Robinson . Following on from Looking to Move On and Living t...

'We were not necessarily making it easy to like.’ (Neil Tennant). A reflection on writing, liking and living. My new book, Hopes and Expectations is now available - on special offer too! Visit richardfrostauthor.com for more details. A version of this episode is also available on my blog at workrestpray.com

A post for the UK Covid-19 Day of Reflection and how our thoughts can influence the Living Hope of Lent, Holy Week and Easter. A version of this post can be found on the Work Rest Pray blog . If you are in Devon, you’d be welcome to join Jane and I at a Lent Quiet Morning on the theme, Living Hope on 25 March. Please also join me for Book Launch Events (in person & online) for Hopes and Expect...

Recorded at Mucknell Abbey (complete with bells), this episode explores the journey of faith and the maps which take us along it. A version of this episode can be read at workrestpray.com/2468/ Details of Richard's next book Hopes and Expectations can be found at richardfrostauthor.com/hopes-expectations/

I recently had the honour of preaching at Choral Evensong at Magdalene College Chapel in the University of Cambridge. It was part of the Chapel's focus on St Benedict and the continuing relevance of his Rule for today. This episode contains the sermon from that occasion. Details of the books I refer to can be found at richardfrostauthor.com

Bishop Mariann Budde spoke inconvenient truths in to American society and further afield. This episode is a reflection on her words and a wider message for many of us. A link to her full sermon and a version of this episode can be found at the Work Rest Pray blog. Image: Episcopal Diocese of Washington

Comedy and Bible reading... a three minute reflection on making words live. A version of this episode (with links to the videos mentioned) can be found at https://workrestpray.com/the-spoken-word/    

At this Epiphany time of January we think of the ‘wise men' following a star. This episode is a 4 minute reflection on how having doubts helps nurture wisdom and faith. A version can also be seen on the Work Rest Pray blog .

A 4 minute reflection on love for the fourth week of Advent.

It's a significant birthday - but not one with an '0' in it... A version of this episode and links to Advent reflections, other posts and books can be found on the Work Rest Pray blog .