Category Archives: world

Goodbye Wacko-Jacko

Posted on June 26, 2009 by Administrator

I am struggling to cope with the adoration which Michael Jackson is getting simply because he has died. Is it not rather sad that our society idolises fame and fortune to such an extent that it is willing to overlook … Continue reading →

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Did Mary Whitehouse have a point?

Posted on June 25, 2009 by Administrator

As a child the figure of Mary Whitehouse intrigued and impressed me. Though too young to comprehend the points she was making, I nevertheless admired the manner in which this ‘oh-so-normal lady’ had found a voice in the public sphere. … Continue reading →

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Uncomfortable truths & Freedom of Speech

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Administrator

A somewhat garbled post today- which needs a lot more work- but there is food for thought here I hope…. The truth will set you free…or so they say! But we are increasingly living in a paranoid culture, driven by … Continue reading →

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In celebration of Holy Matrimony

Posted on May 26, 2009 by Administrator

This is a photograph taken on my wedding day in 2004. Thus Hayley and I will be celebrating our fifth anniversary on 11th June this year, co-incidentaly the feast of S. Barnabas the Apostle. A lovely day for us both … Continue reading →

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A simple game of spot the stag!

Posted on May 25, 2009 by Administrator

After a lively two days on the stag do I return, with joy, to the bosom of my family. Bristol was fantastic, a charming city made more enjoyable by glorious weather and cracking company. I have not laughed so much … Continue reading →

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Swing on its way?

Posted on May 19, 2009 by Administrator

Last night I watched an investigative programme centred on the banking crisis. What a filthy picture it portrayed! Greed has eaten away this nation’s economy like cancer, and most, if not all, top bankers should hang their heads in shame. … Continue reading →

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Wretched politicians

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Administrator

What a sordid, sad and sorry truth has emerged recently as regards the integrity of this nation’s politicians. As more and more expenses are revealed, it seems that every single MP in this land has been using tax payers money … Continue reading →

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Some perspective please..

Posted on May 9, 2009 by Administrator

Above we find a photograph of a storm and below a photograph of a teacup. Finally I offer you a picture of a piggy….can you put today’s message together? The media have much to answer for today. Such is their … Continue reading →

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Anyone for snake oil?

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Administrator

So, after years of being lampooned by ‘Private Eye’ as a charismatic vicar, Tony Blair has finally found his preaching wings! Everyone stand up and take notice- our talented and charismatic XPM is now dedicating his life to the formation … Continue reading →

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New Cardinal Arch-bishop of Westminster

Posted on April 3, 2009 by Administrator

News broke today that the next Cardinal Arch-Bishop of Westminster (head of the English branch of the Roman Catholic Church) is to be the Most Reverend Vincent Nicholls, current Archbishop of Birmingham, an office he has held since March 2000. … Continue reading →

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