Where Are You Going?

Where Are You Going?

By Simon Hall There is an apocryphal story about Saint Peter that continues to resonate down the ages. Peter is escaping the persecution of Christians in Rome when he meets the risen Jesus on the road. Jesus is heading into Rome as Peter is running away. ‘Where are...
How good was life in the past?

How good was life in the past?

How good was life in the past? Deacon Jenny Jones I recall my Nanna saying ‘I can remember the days when you could walk from Southgate to Finsbury Park through fields’. (I’m showing my north London roots here). Now with the exception of a few parks the whole area is...
What are you looking for?

What are you looking for?

What are you looking for? Helen Reid  There’s a character in Stories from the Forests of Leeds called the Bagman of Bagley. In the book, his story explores the idea of the baggage that we carry with us in life. “Look! The Bagman from Bagley. See how he struggles, what...
Following Jesus or Worshipping Christ?

Following Jesus or Worshipping Christ?

The Revd Canon Kathryn Fitzsimons discusses Robin Meyers’ book Saving Jesus From The Church. Are you a follower of Jesus or a worshipper of Christ? This is the question at the heart of the book I was asked to bring to the Oakwood book club in June; Saving Jesus from...
True Stories From The Forests of Leeds

True Stories From The Forests of Leeds

In 2015 we put together Stories From The Forests of Leeds, a collection of short stories set in a fictional Leeds forest. To follow up we wanted to look at some of the real heroes and great stories that made Leeds the city it is. In today’s podcast Lawrence...