A Step Too Far? Clergy Tenure Plans Raise Serious Questions
Every May, the Church of Ireland packs up its troubles in its old kit bag and heads off to meet at the General Synod....
Lisbon, Lisburn — and the Bonds that Bind Us
We all have a favourite place to go on holiday. It might be here in Ireland or further afield. But I’m a creature of...
Chart-Toppers and Cloud-Descenders
You might not have heard of him, and he might not have invaded your consciousness, but there’s a good chance you’ll know his work....
‘You’ll Never Guess What the Church of Ireland Did Next!’ — Why We Must Talk About the Bigger Questions
Every now and again I get lured into clickbait. It’s easily done. You probably know the sort of thing I mean. You’re busy doom-scrolling...
Does Power Make Us Beautiful or Ugly?
It’s probably not the best hobby in the world. In fact, it’s probably not very conducive to maintaining good mental health. But I enjoy...
Fresh Starts in Faith and Study
It’s hard to believe that September is already here. If we give it a fortnight, the Christmas decorations will probably be up in the...
What a Little East End Club Taught Me About Church
When I was billeted to the Church of England, I lived in London for a time. I quickly discovered that London is a bustling,...
The Strength of Synod
On Friday 10th and Saturday 11th May, the Church of Ireland decamped to the town of Naas in Co. Kildare. The locals must have...