Faith, Hope & Love

I’m not sure about ‘Rev‘ yet as I’ve only seen half an episode. It had some funny lines and Tom Hollander who plays the ‘Rev’ is a good actor who I’ve enjoyed in other roles. Yet it struck me as slightly odd that this is the subject of a sitcom, particularly as Father Ted – which [...]

The power of a good product. I stood in line today for 40 minutes to get my due upgrade at the end of my existing contract (good timing) to the latest Iphone 4. ‘Think different’? It’s a brilliant axiom for design and innovation, whether it’s technology, business or church, but the irony about the power [...]

It was my first time at the New Wine Leaders conference, but a good way to start the sabbatical. I travelled with Rich Thomas and Ali FG in convoy with the rest of the St. Matthew’s High Brooms staff team. Spending time with the St. Matt’s team over those few days was as refreshing and [...]

“Sunday’s Coming” Movie Trailer from North Point Media on Vimeo. What I love about this video is its source. Northpoint is one of the ‘coolest’ churches in America. It does ‘contemporary’ like no other church I’m aware of and it ‘works’. They are passionately devoted about being a church that non-church goers (in America) want [...]

So, I’m beginning my sabbatical in about three hours. It’s a strange thing – it really is – to be released and invited to ‘stop’ when you’re used to a rhythm that requires you to keep producing. PBC was incredibly supportive this morning and lots of people have said some very kind things. As for [...]

Sunday was one of our biggest days of the year. I was so proud of everyone who took part and the excellence that was achieved. It was our Carols by Candlelight Sunday and this year we had a service at 4pm, 6pm and 8pm. My passion was to see the true story of Christmas communicated [...]