A poem written after reflection on the Ash that calls and draws us into the Lenten season. Written 18-19 February 2026
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Observations: Through the ‘Narrow Gate’
This series of six short pantoums was inspired by a prayer walk I was prompted to take during my recent retreat, as I reflected on the Scripture verses from Matthew 7:13-14. The photos were taken during my prayer walk to aid my reflections and following repetition prayer that led to the writing of these poems.
Written 10-16 September 2025 following a recent retreat
Gifts of Creation
A mediation on Genesis 1 written for a quiet day I co-led. Written 25 September 2024.
‘Don’t be alarmed… He is Risen!’
A reflection for Easter Day, as the women go to the tomb.
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.
Trusting the Path
This piece of writing came out of reflection walking round the Isle of Iona during my retreat this week.
A Journey – Chaos to the Light of the Cross
A piece of free writing exploring the movement of our journey from Chaos to the light and order God's plan of the cross.
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).