A reflection written from Peter's point of view following a time of imaginative prayer, in which I read the part of Peter in a dramatised reading. Scripture Reference: John 13:1-17.
Written 18 March 2026
John
Freedom in the Finishing
A reflection for Good Friday reflecting on Jesus' words 'It is Finished'.
The Rabbi’s Gift of Service
A reflection for Maundy Thursday, reflecting on the theme of the disciples being served by Jesus through the washing of feet and through the last supper.
Can anything good come out of there?
This piece of writing has been inspired by John 1:43-51, as I reflect on Nathanael's initial reaction as he responds to Philips conviction that he has found 'the one'. It is the Gospel set in the Revised Common Lectionary for this Sunday (Epiphany 2, Yr B).
Peace be with you!
A reflection for the second Sunday of Easter, focussing on this weeks Gospel, John 20:19-31
Sir, we wish to see Jesus!
A two voice reflection based on John 12:20-33, the Gospel for this Sunday (Lent 5, Yr B):
- Voice 1: we wish to see Jesus
- Voice 2: we wish to see our neighbour
Jesus’ Life – An act of Love!
A pantoum based on John 3:14-21, the Gospel for this Sunday (Lent 4, Yr B)
First Stanza:
When Jesus comes to us as an act of love –
we’re used to a society that loves to judge.
In every aspect of our lives – how we look and what we do or say –
life’s a competition – full of hierarchy ladders.
Cleansing the Temple
A two voice reflection based on John 2:13-22, the Gospel for this Sunday (Lent 3, Yr B):
In the Beginning
(written November, 2020, based on John 1:1)
In the beginning was the word.
Nothing else, but God’s word, a plan! ...
Wine – God’s Miracle!
(Written January, 2019 - based on The Wedding at Cana - John 2:1-11)
First Stanza:
A miracle, a precious gift from God,
when you run on empty far too long.
Filling the barrel alone proved impossible -
God renews and refreshes His way!
Searching for Understanding 