Alison and the whale

Becoming Heaven on Earth

For many, Mothers Day is a day of absence. How might the ancient story of the Ascension speak to those who are grieving now?
A reflection on Acts 1:1-10 given to Sanctuary for Mothers Day/Ascension, 13 May 2018.

Eating Out-of-Bounds: The Culture of God

Jewish Peter found himself eating with Gentiles; who are we called to eat with now?
A reflection on Acts 10 given to Sanctuary, 6 May 2018.

Cut to the Heart

The Ethiopian eunuch is cut off in every way. What invitation does this story hold for those cut off from our churches now?
A reflection on Acts 8:26-40 and Isaiah 56 given to Sanctuary, 29 April 2018.

Open Heart, Open Mind: Reading the Bible with Jesus

Reading the Bible responsibly means reading in the way of Jesus.
A reflection on Luke 24:36-48 given to Sanctuary, 15 April 2018 (B34).

Life. Be in it!

How does the story of our faith relate to Jesus' death and resurrection?
A reflection on the Easter Readings given to Sanctuary, 31 March 2018 (Easter Vigil)

Living Death, or Resurrection Life: You Choose

Jesus offers a way which embraces death, yet leads to fullness of life. 
A reflection on John 12:20-33 given to Sanctuary, 18 March 2018 (B22).

The Sacrificial Cult of Work

How might Jesus preach into the sacrificial cult of work and professional achievement today?
A reflection on John 2:13-22 given to Sanctuary, 4 March 2018 (B20)

Lions and Tigers and Bears, oh my!

Lent: Journey into the darkness of the human heart.
A reflection on Mark 1:9-15 by Alison Sampson for Sanctuary, 18 February 2018 (B18)

The Testament of Touch

Who among you feels unclean? Hear now the good news! 
A guided meditation on Mark 1:40-45 and Psalm 30 for Sanctuary, 11 February 2018 (BP01)

Ministry or Service?

The healing of Simon’s mother-in-law led her to ministry. But what sort of ministry was it? And what might this mean for our kids - and us?
A reflection on Mark 1:29-39 by Alison Sampson for Sanctuary, 4 February 2018 (B15)