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The light that shines through the Cross of St Piran Awards
On Sunday evening, at the Cross of St Piran Thanksgiving Service, Bishop Philip spoke of how Jesus is the light of the world as well as, according to Isaiah, nations […]
Leaving fear behind between Grenfell and Cornwall
It’s hard to know where God is when something as terrible as the Grenfell Tower fire ripped through the lives of the residents, neighbours and fire-fighters, leaving a heart-breaking trail […]
Combating climate change with hope and pragmatism
Robin and Mard could be described as Eco-Warriors. They certainly began the fight to protect our planet long before most of us realised it was a vital cause to be […]
For the love of Evensong, outreach and egg sandwiches
Tony Hocking is a familiar, well-loved face around St Piran’s Church, Perranzabuloe. From church warden duties to leading Evensong, Christmas tree festival organiser to newsletter editor, intercessor to egg sandwich […]
Serving breakfast and hope to the homeless of Truro
“Go out and preach the Gospel and, if necessary, use words,” has been attributed to St Francis of Assisi but taken to heart by Ann Boorman in the most practical […]
Tegan – a teenager in flight for her faith
It’s no secret that there are very few young people in church in Cornwall. In fact, the UK has the lowest church attendance among young people in Europe. So it […]
If Jesus loves festivals shouldn’t we?
Inspired by the article ‘Jesus Loves Festivals’, Revd Amanda Evans packed her camping stove, tent and courage to slip on a pair of Festival Angel wings – more of a […]
A funeral for Terry filled with mourners who’d never met him
I’ve never been to a funeral for someone I didn’t know. But, like many others across Cornwall, I responded to the plea from Revd Caspar Bush to go to Terry […]
Young people, pressure and how a college chaplain can make a difference
Young people are under enormous pressure from all directions. Exams and the narrowing pathways to achieve them; sexuality and the confusing pressure to conform; how to look, how to behave […]
Transformation Cornwall – does Cornwall need transforming?
Transformation Cornwall…Why would anyone want to transform Cornwall? It’s beautiful isn’t it? With its gorgeous coastlines, picturesque villages and amusing characters – just like in the TV programmes. Sadly, its […]
