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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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Arks of lockdown

Articles | 07.05.2020

Gordon Giles reflects on how prayer, patience and acts of kindness will help defuse lockdown tensions for as long as restrictions last.

Covid-19

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The added challenge of additional needs

Articles | 01.05.2020

When everyone is feeling stressed and challenged by the impact of lockdown and social distancing on what was, until recently, 'normal' life, it can be hard to see beyond our own needs and fears. But without doubt, some individuals and families are having a much tougher lockdown than others.

Covid-19

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Coping when all is loss

Articles | 19.04.2020

When someone you love dies, words, however kindly meant, are often not enough. Wise befrienders to those who have been bereaved know that just being there is what is most appreciated. Solidarity in silence can be the most precious gift a comforter can bring.

Covid-19

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Easter people in lockdown

Articles | 12.04.2020

Gordon Giles reflects on the very first Easter lockdown and what it says to us today.

Covid-19 Easter

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Our ministry continues

Articles | 04.04.2020

Despite the challenges of COVID-19, we are continuing to enable all ages to grow in faith

Covid-19

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And it was night

Articles | 03.04.2020

A Holy Week reflection for the coronavirus pandemic, from Joanna Collicutt, psychologist, theologian, priest and BRF author.

Easter Holy week Loss Reflection

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But how should we pray at such a time as this?

Articles | 30.03.2020

How heartfelt prayer can be a 'saving health service' to help us through the Coronavirus pandemic.

Covid-19 Prayer

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Anna Chaplaincy for Older People celebrates ten years of service and growth

Articles | 06.02.2020

BRF’s Anna Chaplaincy for Older People marked its 10th anniversary with a joyful Candlemas Carol Service in Oxford’s Christ Church Cathedral on 2 February 2020

Anna Chaplaincy

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Building for the future – how regular giving helps us plan

Articles | 01.01.2020

Regular giving to our work helps us plan carefully for the future.

Bible reflection Giving

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It’s official: Messy Church works!

Articles | 20.02.2019

Playfully Serious: How Messy Churches create new space for faith proves that Messy Church is not just ‘a bit of fun’.

Messy Church

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