Clare M. Dowding
@claredowding.bsky.social
Welshwoman in London. University administrator. Independent researcher (medieval anchorites). Anglican Reader (lay minister). Warden of Readers Diocese of Southwark.
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People in London who like singing evensong:
I’m leading a scratch choir for an evensong on Sunday at St James’ Islington. 4.30pm for 6pm, Tallis O nata lux, Howells Coll Reg, Eccard When to the Temple. The church are putting on refreshments afterwards by way of thanks.
DM if you’d like to join!
I’m leading a scratch choir for an evensong on Sunday at St James’ Islington. 4.30pm for 6pm, Tallis O nata lux, Howells Coll Reg, Eccard When to the Temple. The church are putting on refreshments afterwards by way of thanks.
DM if you’d like to join!
January 28, 2026 at 5:35 PM
People in London who like singing evensong:
I’m leading a scratch choir for an evensong on Sunday at St James’ Islington. 4.30pm for 6pm, Tallis O nata lux, Howells Coll Reg, Eccard When to the Temple. The church are putting on refreshments afterwards by way of thanks.
DM if you’d like to join!
I’m leading a scratch choir for an evensong on Sunday at St James’ Islington. 4.30pm for 6pm, Tallis O nata lux, Howells Coll Reg, Eccard When to the Temple. The church are putting on refreshments afterwards by way of thanks.
DM if you’d like to join!
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“The very first rubber dick to touch government-issued leather boots triggered a full-blown chemical weapons response.”
THE DILDO DISTRIBUTION DELEGATION
The revolution did not arrive with speeches, pamphlets, or a carefully moderated Zoom call about optics.
www.closertotheedge.net
January 27, 2026 at 3:38 AM
“The very first rubber dick to touch government-issued leather boots triggered a full-blown chemical weapons response.”
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This piece from Sir Terry Pratchett's "Night Watch" book. I didn't know a composer had set it to music.
The book is a gut punch. This piece is a gut punch. And right now? Yeah.
@rhi.bsky.social I'm sure you've heard this?
youtu.be/1X2_2D1DFZQ?...
The book is a gut punch. This piece is a gut punch. And right now? Yeah.
@rhi.bsky.social I'm sure you've heard this?
youtu.be/1X2_2D1DFZQ?...
All The Little Angels
YouTube video by Liber Chorum
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January 27, 2026 at 6:46 AM
This piece from Sir Terry Pratchett's "Night Watch" book. I didn't know a composer had set it to music.
The book is a gut punch. This piece is a gut punch. And right now? Yeah.
@rhi.bsky.social I'm sure you've heard this?
youtu.be/1X2_2D1DFZQ?...
The book is a gut punch. This piece is a gut punch. And right now? Yeah.
@rhi.bsky.social I'm sure you've heard this?
youtu.be/1X2_2D1DFZQ?...
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lol I went back and checked the tape and the full quote is actually even nerdier than I remembered — and in the recording, you can hear the crowd *loving it.*
January 27, 2026 at 2:56 AM
lol I went back and checked the tape and the full quote is actually even nerdier than I remembered — and in the recording, you can hear the crowd *loving it.*
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Eighty-one years ago today, over 7,000 prisoners of the German Nazi camp #Auschwitz, including some 700 children, were liberated by the soldiers of the Soviet Army.
1,689 days of murder, pain, suffering, and humiliation were over.
Today, we all remember. We must keep remembering.
1,689 days of murder, pain, suffering, and humiliation were over.
Today, we all remember. We must keep remembering.
January 27, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Eighty-one years ago today, over 7,000 prisoners of the German Nazi camp #Auschwitz, including some 700 children, were liberated by the soldiers of the Soviet Army.
1,689 days of murder, pain, suffering, and humiliation were over.
Today, we all remember. We must keep remembering.
1,689 days of murder, pain, suffering, and humiliation were over.
Today, we all remember. We must keep remembering.
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In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for Richard Ellis (Warden), and for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Wychcroft Retreat Centre in The Diocese of Southwark @southwark.anglican.org #retreat #prayeroftheweek
January 26, 2026 at 7:42 AM
In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for Richard Ellis (Warden), and for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Wychcroft Retreat Centre in The Diocese of Southwark @southwark.anglican.org #retreat #prayeroftheweek
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Discworld QOTD, from Carpe Jugulum
January 25, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Discworld QOTD, from Carpe Jugulum
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'Retreats are not just for spiritual giants, nor for the leisured, nor indeed for any small or particular group of folk, but for everyone who wants to grow to love and serve their God more worthily' (APR archive 1969). Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer
January 24, 2026 at 8:20 AM
'Retreats are not just for spiritual giants, nor for the leisured, nor indeed for any small or particular group of folk, but for everyone who wants to grow to love and serve their God more worthily' (APR archive 1969). Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer
Me too, boys, me too ...
Cynicism is the only thing that keeps me sane.
January 23, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Me too, boys, me too ...
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In solidarity with today's ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA blackout, MinnMax is donating $1 to the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota for every share of this Bluesky post for the next hour.
January 23, 2026 at 4:01 PM
In solidarity with today's ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA blackout, MinnMax is donating $1 to the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota for every share of this Bluesky post for the next hour.
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‘Let Robeson Sing’ - The Manic Street Preachers 🏴 - Top of the Pops - 2001.
youtu.be/RZ44U4CKW5Q?...
#PaulRobeson
youtu.be/RZ44U4CKW5Q?...
#PaulRobeson
Manic Street Preachers - Let Robeson Sing (Top Of The Pops 2001)
YouTube video by ManicStPreachersVEVO
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January 23, 2026 at 7:26 AM
‘Let Robeson Sing’ - The Manic Street Preachers 🏴 - Top of the Pops - 2001.
youtu.be/RZ44U4CKW5Q?...
#PaulRobeson
youtu.be/RZ44U4CKW5Q?...
#PaulRobeson
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Does anyone know who's doing interesting work on Islam and disability?
January 22, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Does anyone know who's doing interesting work on Islam and disability?
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I’m still gutted that Ed wasn’t made Foreign Secretary.
We could have had Chagos with Ed Milliband.
We could have had Chagos with Ed Milliband.
January 22, 2026 at 3:43 PM
I’m still gutted that Ed wasn’t made Foreign Secretary.
We could have had Chagos with Ed Milliband.
We could have had Chagos with Ed Milliband.
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Another piece of PhD funding at @abdndivinity.bsky.social @uniofaberdeen.bsky.social to remind you about: our Catherine McConnachie Studentships are still open for women applying to the PhD programme in theology and religious studies. Deadline 27th Feb, more info: www.abdn.ac.uk/study/fundin...
Catherine McConnachie Studentship | Scholarships | The University of Aberdeen
Explore scholarships, bursaries and funding options at Aberdeen for undergraduate, postgraduate and international students to support your studies.
www.abdn.ac.uk
January 20, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Another piece of PhD funding at @abdndivinity.bsky.social @uniofaberdeen.bsky.social to remind you about: our Catherine McConnachie Studentships are still open for women applying to the PhD programme in theology and religious studies. Deadline 27th Feb, more info: www.abdn.ac.uk/study/fundin...
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I came to Minneapolis to report on what's going on, and one of the main questions I showed up with is "just what is the scale of the resistance?" After all, we're all used to the news calling Portland a "war zone" or whatever when it's just some protests in one part of town.
January 22, 2026 at 3:58 AM
I came to Minneapolis to report on what's going on, and one of the main questions I showed up with is "just what is the scale of the resistance?" After all, we're all used to the news calling Portland a "war zone" or whatever when it's just some protests in one part of town.
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🚨 PhD Funding alert‼️
2026 Scottish Episcopal Church International Scholarships for applicants from the Global South. 3 year PhD funding in divinity, theology + religious studies at a Scottish University plus living support and mentorship.
More info here: www.scotland.anglican.org/applications...
2026 Scottish Episcopal Church International Scholarships for applicants from the Global South. 3 year PhD funding in divinity, theology + religious studies at a Scottish University plus living support and mentorship.
More info here: www.scotland.anglican.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 International Scholarship - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The Scottish Episcopal Church (SEC) invites applications for its International Scholarships Programme. These scholarships are open to applicants from the Global South, aimed at building and strengthen...
www.scotland.anglican.org
January 20, 2026 at 3:03 PM
🚨 PhD Funding alert‼️
2026 Scottish Episcopal Church International Scholarships for applicants from the Global South. 3 year PhD funding in divinity, theology + religious studies at a Scottish University plus living support and mentorship.
More info here: www.scotland.anglican.org/applications...
2026 Scottish Episcopal Church International Scholarships for applicants from the Global South. 3 year PhD funding in divinity, theology + religious studies at a Scottish University plus living support and mentorship.
More info here: www.scotland.anglican.org/applications...
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More than a third of our members join APR in order to contribute to our Bursary Fund - which helps finance retreats for people who are unable to afford the full cost themselves. Could we help you too? Find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary #retreat #bursary
January 20, 2026 at 10:15 AM
More than a third of our members join APR in order to contribute to our Bursary Fund - which helps finance retreats for people who are unable to afford the full cost themselves. Could we help you too? Find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary #retreat #bursary
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Have you planned your 2026 retreat yet? The new Retreats handbook lists dozens of retreats and events throughout the year - order a copy now on promotingretreats.org/resources #retreat #prayer #stillness
January 18, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Have you planned your 2026 retreat yet? The new Retreats handbook lists dozens of retreats and events throughout the year - order a copy now on promotingretreats.org/resources #retreat #prayer #stillness
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'Thank you for creating a place of quietness, peacefulness, fellowship. Time away from routine, and a chance to reflect and spend time with God!' (feedback from a recent APR retreat). Would you like to feel this way? Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #thankful
January 17, 2026 at 9:07 AM
'Thank you for creating a place of quietness, peacefulness, fellowship. Time away from routine, and a chance to reflect and spend time with God!' (feedback from a recent APR retreat). Would you like to feel this way? Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #thankful
Douglas Adams had some good ideas ...
they passed a law decreeing that anyone who had to carry a weapon as part of his normal Silastic work (policemen, security guards, primary school teachers, etc.) had to spend at least forty-five minutes every day punching a sack of potatoes in order to work off his or her surplus aggressions.
January 14, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Douglas Adams had some good ideas ...
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RT if you've never had a tab of ChatGPT open 'just to do quick research'
![You’ve got super fans pausing and zooming in on individuals frames of your documentary. One allegedly shows one of the Duffers with a ChatGPT tab open on their computer. In your presence, what did they use ChatGPT for?
I mean, are we even sure they had ChatGPT open?
I’m personally not, but the internet seems sure.
Well, there’s a lot of chatter where [social media users] are like, “We don’t really know, but we’re assuming.” But to me it’s like, doesn’t everybody have it open, to just do quick research?
I do.
How can you possibly write a storyline with 19 characters and use ChatGPT, I don’t even understand.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:7t2urmt3i33jl6tjgiolio6g/bafkreidw2tmcr2ayq74oqmjm5pn2tdox6hlxnpqevhuqqj6oa7nsslx3oi@jpeg)
January 13, 2026 at 8:45 PM
RT if you've never had a tab of ChatGPT open 'just to do quick research'
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Are you a teacher in a Church of England school? Would you like time to rest, pray or take stock? Our Teachers' Bursary Scheme might be able to help you finance a retreat at one of our member houses. Find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary - and share this post with your friends! #teaching
January 14, 2026 at 7:57 AM
Are you a teacher in a Church of England school? Would you like time to rest, pray or take stock? Our Teachers' Bursary Scheme might be able to help you finance a retreat at one of our member houses. Find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary - and share this post with your friends! #teaching
The river of the city of my birth is the Taff, but living in south-east London and working in the centre means that I've spent the last three decades crossing the Thames (usually by train) on an almost daily basis.
My favorite Twitter prompt was "RT this with your home river," so reskeet this with your home river.
Mine is the Patuxent.
Mine is the Patuxent.
January 13, 2026 at 8:28 AM
The river of the city of my birth is the Taff, but living in south-east London and working in the centre means that I've spent the last three decades crossing the Thames (usually by train) on an almost daily basis.
My mother, just now, checking when the evening news will be on: "If Trump is going to send us all to perdition, I'd like to know about it in advance."
Me: "Hmmm ..."
My mother: "So that I can curse him as I go."
Me: "Fair enough!"
Me: "Hmmm ..."
My mother: "So that I can curse him as I go."
Me: "Fair enough!"
January 12, 2026 at 5:50 PM
My mother, just now, checking when the evening news will be on: "If Trump is going to send us all to perdition, I'd like to know about it in advance."
Me: "Hmmm ..."
My mother: "So that I can curse him as I go."
Me: "Fair enough!"
Me: "Hmmm ..."
My mother: "So that I can curse him as I go."
Me: "Fair enough!"
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The audition window to join @choirofkcl.bsky.social in September '26 is now open.
Find out more about the Choir here: buff.ly/RjoAqR8
If you're interested in applying, please email: [email protected]
We look forward to hearing from you!
Find out more about the Choir here: buff.ly/RjoAqR8
If you're interested in applying, please email: [email protected]
We look forward to hearing from you!
January 12, 2026 at 8:31 AM
The audition window to join @choirofkcl.bsky.social in September '26 is now open.
Find out more about the Choir here: buff.ly/RjoAqR8
If you're interested in applying, please email: [email protected]
We look forward to hearing from you!
Find out more about the Choir here: buff.ly/RjoAqR8
If you're interested in applying, please email: [email protected]
We look forward to hearing from you!