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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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Learning in later life

Articles | 07.05.2023

After our coronation reflection last week, we return to the second of our articles on lifelong learning with Julia Burton-Jones, training and development lead for Anna Chaplaincy for Older People.

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The coronation: rooted in faith

Articles | 30.04.2023

Gordon Giles reflects on the deep biblical roots of the coronation rites and symbols.

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Lifelong learning

Articles | 23.04.2023

What does the phrase ‘lifelong learning’ mean to you? Read this week’s article by Valerie Hobbs and see if it challenges, changes or confirms what you think.

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Beyond Easter

Articles | 16.04.2023

Gordon Giles, editor of New Daylight and canon chancellor of Rochester Cathedral, reflects on Easter past, present and future.

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He is risen!

Articles | 09.04.2023

Greetings to you this joyful Eastertide from all at BRF. Our Easter Day article is an edited extract from Richard Martin’s series of reflections on Easter in John’s gospel.

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Palm Sunday

Articles | 02.04.2023

Holy Habits founder Andrew Roberts reflects on ‘The power of praise’ for our Palm Sunday article.

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Preparing for Easter

Articles | 26.03.2023

Well-loved BRF author Amy Boucher Pye shares her tips for preparing for Easter.

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Through God’s eyes

Articles | 19.03.2023

Our Mothering Sunday article is in two parts, connected by interwoven threads. Debbie Thrower and Rachel Turner reflect on the precious gifts passed down through the generations.

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The beautiful book: New Testament

Articles | 12.03.2023

Dave Kitchen, author of Bible in Ten, completes his series on the beautiful book with a quick but illuminating journey through the rest of the New Testament.

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The beautiful book: good news!

Articles | 05.03.2023

Bible in Ten author Dave Kitchen turns his attention to the gospels in the second of his articles on the beautiful book.

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