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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 29m

To be fair I was sorely tempted as they had also placed bags 💼 on two other seats to stop people sitting there….

Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 30m

tut’internet 😉

Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 31m

Fiendish old man habits.
Even if other places are available, choosing to sit on the seat 💺 in a train 🚆 on which someone else is resting their feet
May need to go to confession… again 🤦🏽‍♂️😉

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WATCH @watch-notequalyet.bsky.social · 6h

We are so encouraged by the huge response to our Transparency campaign.
Thank you to the thousands who have visited this page on our website:

www.womenandthechurch.org/transparency

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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 1h

Wonderful to spend time today with Revd Lythan Nevard and members of the Eastern Synod of the United Reformed Church in Chelmsford sharing about all sorts of diversity and inclusion on behalf of @inclusivechurch.bsky.social

Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 7h

#txt4today ✝️

What I say to you I say to all.
Keep awake!
(Mark 13v371)

There is never a bad time
to do good things
(Andrew Dotchin

A white alarm clock on a white bedside locker

What I say to you I say to all. Keep awake!
(Mark 13v371)

There is never a bad time to do good things
(Andrew Dotchin

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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 7h

#ToPray ✝️

Every act of kindness and compassion done by any man for his fellow Christian is done by Christ working within him.

(Julian of Norwich)

Two hands with fingers raised to make Peace signs

Every act of kindness and compassion done by any man for his fellow Christian is done by Christ working within him.

(Julian of Norwich)

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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 7h

#ToPonder

Even miracles take a little time.

(Fairy Godmother - Cinderella)

A cartoon of a rose in a glass case on a blue background

Even miracles take a little time.

(Fairy Godmother - Cinderella)

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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 16h

A few more beads worked into prayer. Love working with Job’s Tears and found a centrepiece of Padré Pio to go with them. Also a few decades for those who have little time or tiny pockets

A rosary of Job’s Tears with the face of Padré Pio as a centre piece and a silver crucifix

A rosary of white pearls with a silver crucifix

A rosary of flat black beads with a silver crucifix

Two decade rosaries with silver crucifixes

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Dan Snow @thehistoryguy.bsky.social · 3d

We have built a society in which people of different skin tones, religious backgrounds & cultures get along, share power, work alongside each other, procreate with each other, recognise the each other’s humanity and democratic rights. It is a STUNNING ACHIEVEMENT OF WORLD HISTORIC PROPORTIONS.

Omar Khan @omaromalleykhan.bsky.social · 3d

I know statistics are poorly understood and are misused. But facts matter

Between the 1991, 2001, 2011 and 2021 Census *every* ethnic group in the UK has become *less* geographically segregated and *all* groups, majority and minorities, are more likely to interact with people not like them

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Jo Kershaw @mthrjo.bsky.social · 20h

“he managed to believe, or to pretend he believed, that she wouldn't do anything very bad to them, 'Because,' he said to himself, 'all these people who say nasty things about her are her enemies and probably half of it isn't true. She was jolly nice to me, anyway, much nicer than they are.”

Oof.

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RevDaniel 🇨🇦 @revdaniel.bsky.social · 1d

Nobel Peace Prize goes to lMaria Corina Machado opposition leader to Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro widely believed to have stolen the election in 2024.

Prize committee states "When authoritarians seize power, it is crucial to recognize courageous defenders of freedom who rise and resist”.

Venezuelan politician Maria Corina Machado awarded Nobel Peace Prize | CBC News

The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Maria Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, it was announced Friday at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo.

www.cbc.ca

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The Children's Society @childrenssociety.bsky.social · 1d

Nearly two children in every classroom in England have asked for mental health support.

For many, mental health issues begin in childhood.

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, it's important to understand how vital early support is to tackle problems before they become overwhelming.

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churchtimes.bsky.social @churchtimes.bsky.social · 1d

"There is enormous potential for those who adhere to the three Abrahamic faiths in reading scripture together, especially in today’s context of tension and potential violence" #ScripturalReasoning

Angela Tilby: Counter old hatreds round the hearth

‘There is enormous potential for those who adhere to the three Abrahamic faiths in reading scripture together, especially in today’s context of tension and potential violence’

www.churchtimes.co.uk

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Prof Christina Pagel @chrischirp.bsky.social · 1d

After a long pause, I've just done another England Covid & NHS update as we head into the autumn/winter season.

TLDR: we're in a significant Covid wave now, the NHS is stretched, get boosted if you're eligible.

christinapagel.substack.com/p/england-is...

England is now experiencing a significant Covid wave, after 10 months of relative quiet

The latest Covid situation in England and a look at where NHS services are as we head into winter

christinapagel.substack.com

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Jo Kershaw @mthrjo.bsky.social · 1d

Praying people, please pray that God will send us a good bishop, pray for the work of the CNC (and by all means do share the statement of needs).

Diocese of Leeds @leeds.anglican.org · 1d

The Diocese of Leeds has published its Statement of Needs, an important milestone in the Vacancy in See process.

Read more here ⬇️ www.leeds.anglican.org/who-we-are/n...

Diocese of Leeds publishes Statement of Needs - Diocese of Leeds

The Diocese of Leeds has published its Statement of Needs, an important milestone in the Vacancy in See process.

www.leeds.anglican.org

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churchtimes.bsky.social @churchtimes.bsky.social · 1d

The latest issue of the Church Times is out today 🗞️

Mullally makes history: Sarah Mullally was named as the next Archbishop of Canterbury last Friday. She is to be the first woman to hold the post.

Our writers examine what her leadership might bring, through a profile, commentary, and features ✍️

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 1d

This year’s service for Prisons Week will be on Sunday 19 October at 10.30 am Eucharist. Discussion and refreshments after the service. This year's preacher is The Venerable James Ridge, Chaplain General and Head of Faith Services at His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service.

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Westminster Abbey @westminsterabbey.bsky.social · 1d

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder that the Abbey is open every day with spaces are set aside for private prayer. Anyone is welcome to come and spend a moment of contemplation with us.

You can find out more on at: www.westminster-abbey.org/visit-us/plan-your-visit/access-facilities-and-faq

A single lit white candle burning in Westminster Abbey

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churchtimes.bsky.social @churchtimes.bsky.social · 1d

"After more than seven years spent overseeing a large and polarised diocese, Bishop Mullally is eminently well qualified to navigate her way through the complexities presented by the Primacy. She presents as the ultimate safe pair of hands." #nextABC

Read this week's Leader ⬇️

Leader comment: Mullally understands the scale of the task

‘She is eminently well qualified to navigate her way through the complexities presented by the Primacy’

www.churchtimes.co.uk

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Westminster Abbey @westminsterabbey.bsky.social · 1d

The Innocent Victims' Memorial was dedicated #onthisday in 1998.

Lying just outside the Abbey's west door, the memorial is to remember those who have suffered death, torture and oppression throughout the world.

A photograph taken looking up at the Great West Door of Westminster Abbey

A circular stone memorial reading:
Remember all innocent victims of oppression, war, violence

Five posies of spring flowers laid on the Innocent Victims' Memorial - a circular stone memorial outside Westminster Abbey

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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 1d

Wow 😮
May need to register as a Mature Student reading an obscure subject so that I can get a cheaper version 😉😁

A notice from Microsoft

Effective 14 February 2025, the price for Microsoft 365 Personal subscriptions will increase from GBP 59.99* per year to GBP 84.99* per year.

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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 1d

Any chance of a recording or copies of talks? It’s just a little too far to travel at short notice 😔

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Sarah Jones @sarahjonestoo.bsky.social · 1d

Hi folks. . . this is happening tomorrow Friday 10th October in Exeter. It's also free. Come along 12.30pm to 4.30pm. Book if you can please! #trans #Exeter #lgbtqia+

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spirituali...

Spirituality, Wellbeing and Trans Identity

To link in with Exeter Trans Pride, we are offering a workshop open to all on spirituality, religion and trans identity.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Andrew Dotchin (tssf) he/him @suffolkvicar.bsky.social · 1d

#LastLaugh

I bet nobody will see this one coming....

A cartoon of a red number 1 with arms and legs raising one finger on one hand.

I bet nobody will see this one coming....