Highs and lows
As humans we adapt to our situation. We acclimatise to our circumstances. Soft drink is a wonderful luxury if you only get it at Christmas. But if you drink it every day, it loses its magic. Living a life of “hard work, discomfort and simplicity” will ensure moments of celebration are the “high moments” we […]
Britain prepares to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee
London, UK Reuters Britain will mark Queen Elizabeth II’s record-breaking 70 years on the throne this week with four days of celebrations, ranging from military parades and a church service to street parties and a pop concert outside Buckingham Palace. Elizabeth, 96, marked seven decades on the throne in February, and two public holidays have […]
“We aren’t freaks who don’t have fun”: UK churches navigate Britain’s drinking culture
CHARISSA CHEONG looks at how UK churches and Christian ministries are engaging with people who prefer the pub over the church as well as those who need support as they battle alcohol addiction…
Brexit at last: Britain leaves the EU as champagne corks fly
London, UKReuters The United Kingdom finally cast off from the European Union on Friday for an uncertain future, with Brexiteers claiming victory and popping champagne corks for an “independence day” they said marked a new era for the country. In its biggest shift since losing its global empire, the United Kingdom slipped away at 2300 […]
SIGHT-SEEING: CELEBRATING HOLIDAYS – AND EVERY DAY
Late US Catholic priest and theologian HENRI NOUWEN writes, in an excerpt from his book, ‘Following Jesus: Finding Our Way Home in An Age of Anxiety’, about the importance of celebration…