Who is Jesus to you?
Revd Captain Mike Reeder takes a closer look at Matthew 16:13-20.
20th August 2017: Humility met humility
Professor Peter Ashworth explores the story of Jesus' encounter with the Canaanite woman and reflects on the importance of humility.
“The woman came and knelt before him. “Lord, help me!” she said.” Matthew 15:25
6th August 2017: Promises, Promises
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Promises play a very complex role in our lives and in how we communicate with one another. The Dean of the Cathedral, Peter Bradley, explores what we can learn about the promises of God at the transfiguration of Jesus.
"While he was still speaking, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, 'This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him!'" Matthew 17:5
30th July 2017: Looking Beyond
Canon Keith Farrow explores Jesus' parables concerning the Kingdom of heaven and his invitation to us to use our imaginations to look beyond what we can see and feel.
“'Have you understood all these things?' Jesus asked. 'Yes', they replied." Matthew 13:51
23rd July 2017: The Parable of Patience
Revd Dr Beth Keith explores what we can learn about patience through the parables of Jesus.
“The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. But while everyone was sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and went away." Matt 13:24-25
16th July 2017: No Condemnation
The Dean of Sheffield Cathedral, Peter Bradley reflects on the mutual condemnation so prevalent in our society, and what our response could be.
"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus..." Romans 8:1
9th July 2017: The Role of the Pioneer
The Revd Canon Dr George Lings explores the role of the pioneer and Christ's encouragement to us as we journey through life.
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matt 11:28
2nd July 2017: The Ministry of Deacons
Bishop Tim Ellis encourages a group of newly ordained Deacons as their ministry begins, with wisdom on journeying through the wilderness.
25th June 2017: Receiving Grace
The Dean of the Cathedral, Peter Bradley invites us to consider the three ways that grace can equip us to follow Christ more truly.
"Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword." Matt 10:34
18th June 2017: A Place for Hope
At a time when our country faces much pain, suffering and injustice, Revd Dr Beth Keith reflects of the place of hope.
"As you go, proclaim this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’" Matt 10:7
11th June 2017: What does it mean to love God?
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“I am the Lord your God...You shall have no other gods before me." Exodus 20:2-3
On Trinity Sunday, The Dean of the Cathedral, Peter Bradley explores what it means to keep the first commandment and to put our trust in God.
4th June 2017: Pentecost Sunday
In the interval between Christ's first and second coming, we are not left comfortless and without a guide. The Archdeacon of Doncaster reflects on the gift of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost Sunday.
28th May 2017: Ascension Sunday
The Revd Captain Mike Collyer reminds us why it is important to remember the day of Christ's ascension as we journey towards Pentecost.
"After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight." Acts 1:9
21st May 2017: If You Love Me...
"If you love me, keep my commands." John 14:15
Canon Christopher Burke reflects on Jesus' invitation to his disciples to set their behaviour in the light of his teaching, at the root of which is love.
14th May 2017: Rowan Williams - The "Optician of Wales"
The Right Reverend Dr Rowan Williams reflects on our response to the most vulnerable around us, at the start of Christian Aid Week.
"Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you really know me, you will know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.” John 14:6-7
7th May 2017: Called by Name
Canon Keith Farrow explores the image of the Good Shepherd and its meaning for our walk with Christ.
"The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out." John 10:2-3
30th April 2017: Fellowship & Hospitality
The disciples encounter Jesus on the road to Emmaus
Canon Christopher Burke explores how can we build strong communities and better understand ourselves through fellowship and hospitality.
"Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by them when he broke the bread." Luke 24:35
16th April 2017: Easter Sunday
El Greco, The Resurrection
Celebrating Easter Sunday with a reflection on The Resurrection by El Greco (pictured) from The Dean of the Cathedral, Peter Bradley following the dawn vigil.
Thoughts on becoming Christ-like from the Bishop of Doncaster, Peter Burrows.
"He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?" John 20:15
14th April 2017: Good Friday Series
A series of reflections from The Dean of the Cathedral, Peter Bradley, on Good Friday. Click on the images to enlarge.
Image 1: Braunschweiger Dom Imervard Kreuz - Image 2: Braunschweig Candelabrum
Image 3: Cimabue Crucifix - Image 4: Durer Crucifixion
Image 5: Michelangelo Pieta - Image 6: Agnus Dei
13th April 2017: An Allegory of Faith
The Allegory of Faith - Vermeer
"What does it mean to have faith in Christ, in a world of danger and adventure?"
The Dean of the Cathedral, Peter Bradley, explores Vermeer's Allegory of Faith (pictured) on Maundy Thursday (click on the image to enlarge).