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Alison Phipps አሊሰን @alisonphipps.bsky.social · 1d

47 Violations of ‘Peace’

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · 4d

I did a double take at this. We have two thoughtful and articulate LLMs who both preach excellent sermons.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 10d

“Britain is a nation of neighbours, not strangers — and it’s time we built a politics of hope that reflects that.”

Zack Polanski with a message of unity and hope having been out door knocking Handsworth today.

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · 10d

Gift some liver to a dog owner. Dogs love dried liver cut into tiny chunks. Admittedly, it's not very nice to process. I once startled a vicar by producing some dried liver from my pocket to distract some dogs. Happy to say our meat subscription box doesn't do surprises.

Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · 11d

Horrified to hear of Layan Nasir's detention for right months in an Israeli detention centre. Layan is a Palestinian Christian, and fellow Anglican. Praying for her swift release and safe return to her family.

Bishop Guli’s invitation to prayer as Layan Nasir sentenced to a further eight months in prison | The Diocese of Chelmsford

www.chelmsford.anglican.org

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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 11d

We welcome the news Israel & Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza. It offers the people in Gaza respite from the relentless bombardment, displacement & deprivation.

This is good news for the hostages while also recognising the massive scale of aid that is now needed in Gaza.

Graphic with the text:
‘The litmus test will be addressing the root causes of this conflict. Returning to the old status quo will doom Palestinians and Israelis to more tragedy.’
William Bell,
Head of Middle East Policy & Advocacy at Christian Aid

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 13d

The Bishop of Birmingham has written to the Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick about his comments about Handsworth

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Bookshop.org @bookshop.org · 13d

Can’t decide what to buy on Prime Day?

Try: absolutely nothing, and then go support indie bookstores instead 📚

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KOJAMF🤘🖤🤘 @kojamf.bsky.social · 15d

Dr. Jane Goodall filmed an interview with Netflix in March 2025 that she understood would only be released after her death.

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · 16d

Thank you for this beautiful and moving writing. Every blessing.

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Alison Phipps አሊሰን @alisonphipps.bsky.social · 29d

21st September

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Graham Usher @bishopnorwich.bsky.social · 29d

On this International Day of Peace, please join me and ecumencial colleagues in praying this prayer written by Archbishop Hosam of Jerusalem.
www.youtube.com/shorts/ZWBTn...

A Prayer for Peace in the Holy Land

YouTube video by Difference

www.youtube.com

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · Sep 9

Thank you, that's very kind of you, but I am sure we will find something locally.

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · Sep 8

Thank you, but it's a long time to wait for a decent pasta sauce.

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · Sep 8

I could weep. The chainsawed stems are what remains of a beautiful compact bay tree. We knew the far tree (also gone) needed cutting back because squirrels were getting into the roof space using it. But the nearest tree wasn't a problem at all. And the leaves were wonderful for cooking.

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · Sep 3

‘I watched the bombs fall. I watched the mothers’: how do we grieve the children of Gaza?

Palestine is not a metaphor. And yet – I’ve superimposed every experience of my own mothering these last months on to Palestine

www.theguardian.com

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Alison Phipps አሊሰን @alisonphipps.bsky.social · Sep 3

“I had to break the news to my wife. She hasn’t been able to stop crying since she heard the news. What is the value of this life if you have to be separated from the people you love? Both of us are completely shattered by this.”

This heartbreak a thousand times, for what?

The Guardian @theguardian.com · Sep 3

‘It kept me going’: halt to refugee reunion scheme in UK shatters hopes

Afghan man seeking asylum and permission to bring wife to Britain describes shock at home secretary’s announcement

www.theguardian.com

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Greenbelt Festival @greenbeltfestival.bsky.social · Aug 25

As the very last campsite tents come down, what’s left behind is more than clean fields – it’s the love and respect you show for our festival home. Thank you, Greenbelters, for caring for this place – and one another – so beautifully. 🌱 #LeaveNoTrace

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Alison Phipps አሊሰን @alisonphipps.bsky.social · Aug 16

Never Give Up

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TimTom2 @timtom2.bsky.social · Jul 16

Wonderful exhibition of Peter Walker's Hidden sculpture at St Peter Mancroft church in Norwich on until 31st August 2025. Plus community art responses to its themes.

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · Jul 17

I was once sworn to secrecy by a couple who had chosen Shotgun Wedding for the entrance of the bride. It was a lovely wedding.

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · Jul 16

Wonderful!

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bishopofdudley.bsky.social @bishopofdudley.bsky.social · Jul 15

So moving to hear the Archbishop of Jerusalem address the General Synod of the Church of England today.In the midst of increasing violence and intimidation from extremist settler groups in Jerusalem and the West Bank he is a hugely respected faith leader, and determined bridge builder. Pray for him!

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · Jul 15

“But where a church is wounded and constrained we need the wider body of Christ to help us to be the church in brutal and damaging times.” Archbishop Hosam. Perhaps now the @churchofengland.org will respond to Kairos Palestine Declaration (2009), Cry for Hope (2020), and Call for Repentance (2023).

Gaza food system 'like Hunger Games' - Archbishop Hosam | The Church of England

The leader of Anglican church in the Holy Land urged Christians to ‘speak out in the face of injustices’ – including the ‘horrifying’ current arrangements for food aid in Gaza – as he called for a per...

www.churchofengland.org

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Fiona Haworth @fionahaworth.bsky.social · Jul 11