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Each week we post an article that is designed as a ‘thought for the week.’ It is often related to something current, topical or seasonal. Written by our authors and staff, these five-minute reads encourage Biblical reflection and Christian action.

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Meet Mark Sheard, our new chair – part 2

Articles | 19.01.2025

Part 2 of our profile of our new chair, Mark Sheard.

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Meet Mark Sheard, our new chair – part 1

Articles | 12.01.2025

We’re delighted to introduce our new chair, Mark Sheard, who joined us on 1 January.

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Unexpected opportunities

Articles | 05.01.2025

Richard Fisher looks back at Bishop Colin's huge contribution to BRF Ministries and looks forward to the arrival of our new chair.

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Christmas is wonderful

Articles | 22.12.2024

Isabelle Hamley, author of our 2024 Advent book Embracing Humanity, shares a special reflection for the Christmas season.

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Reflections on Advent: actively waiting

Articles | 15.12.2024

Rachel Tranter, of Living Faith, wraps up the series of personal reflections on Advent from our ministry teams.

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Reflections on Advent: embracing humanity

Articles | 08.12.2024

Anna Chaplaincy's Julia-Burton Jones shares some reflections on Advent.

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Reflections on Advent: a different journey

Articles | 01.12.2024

Sally O'Hare of Messy Church shares her reflections on Advent.

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Reflections on Advent: Advent without the guilt

Articles | 24.11.2024

Our ministry teams share personal reflections on Advent, starting with Becky Sedgwick from Parenting for Faith.

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COP 29: The environment update

Articles | 17.11.2024

To mark COP 29, Martin Hodson reflects on how to respond when the growing environmental challenges seem overwhelming.

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Remembrance Sunday

Articles | 10.11.2024

Martyn Payne shares his reflections on the importance of memory and hope on Remembrance Sunday.

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