Through reflecting on the story of Lazarus, the Dean reminds us that Christ is with us and that God understands and feels our pain, our loss, our fear.
Despite drawing away from the Cathedral in a challenging time, we are (as always) invited to draw close to Christ, and in Christ we discover God’s bottomless compassion and care.
On this very different Mothering Sunday, Canon Keith reminds us of the basics of family, love and church.
The Revd Canon Julie Upton encourages us to embrace change and God’s changing love, for God promises that however challenging change may be, it is also worth it.
“God’s grace is sufficient.”
Vice Dean Keith Farrow reminds us that as we go on our wilderness journey during Lent, we do so with Christ before us and following in his footsteps.
“No posing at the tomb entrance, please.”
Listen to Vice Dean Keith Farrow’s Ash Wednesday sermon.
As we get ready to embrace and embark on this Lenten season, the Dean invites us to reflect deeply on the teachings of Christ.
“Worry is not good, for it is not fruitful.”
Vice Dean Keith Farrow examines the concepts of worry, fear and generosity.
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
- Matthew 6:34
The Dean reflects on truth and how we can see, seek and find truth in God, each other, ourselves and the teachings of the church.
“Christ, who is truth, will set you free.”
We all carry a light with us and we all need light in our lives.
Canon Keith Farrow, Vice Dean at the Cathedral, regales us with tales from his pilgrimage to the Holy Land and reminds us that we are all bearers of the light of Christ in our daily lives.
Oil lamp from Jerusalem, referenced in the sermon
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On the occasion of Holocaust Memorial Day, the Revd Helena Roulston reminds us of the importance of standing together to unite in friendship, in hospitality and in love.
Do you know what you are looking for?
The Dean considers the merits of a slow reading movement and encourages us to allow the light of Christ to shine into the depths of who we are, so that we might learn what we are looking for.
The Revd Captain Ian Maher takes a look at Jesus’ story and how his story and history can influence our faith, and our own story.
As we enter the season of Epiphany, the Dean reflects on its meaning through the writings of Evelyn Waugh.
Revd Captain Mike Reeder reflects on regifting Christmas presents and how we are all called to share and regift the good news of God’s love.
The Dean reflects on the hope we can all find in the Christmas story.
The Bishop of Sheffield reflects on the good news of Christmas and who it is good news for.
The Reverend Captain Ian Maher transports us back to the Southern Kingdom of Judah, 8C BC, and encourages us to reflect on the comfort and challenge brought by the prophet Isaiah when he foretold the coming of Immanuel - 'God with us'.
Readings: Isaiah 7:10-16, Matthew 1:18-25
Advent is the season of waiting, hoping, patience… but also of questions.
“May we always be a church for all people to ask their questions.”
- Vice Dean Keith Farrow’s Advent Prayer
The Dean brings a message of hope at the start of this Advent season.
“Lord Jesus Christ, fulfil your promise to me, never to leave me, never to leave me alone - no, never alone. You promised never to leave me alone.”
- Martin Luther King, Jr
“Today, you will be with me in paradise.”
Vice Dean of Sheffield Cathedral, the Revd Canon Keith Farrow, looks closer at Jesus’ coronation and crown.
Gospel reading: Luke 23:33-43
The Dean looks to German statesman Konrad Adenauer for inspiration in this week’s podcast.
“Love God with all your heart and mind and soul and strength; love your neighbour as yourself; and put your hope in God, in Jesus Christ risen from the dead.
Whatever befalls us, this will always guide us into truth and life and hope.”