Rick Hill
@rickhillni.bsky.social
Follower of Jesus; Work in ‘Mission in Ireland’ for the Presbyterian Church; Author of ‘Deep Roots of Resilient Disciples’; Married to Sarah with 3 kids; Spurs fan and keen runner.
Annual reminder that Christmas carols are actually the best worship songs. Also time to get out my soapbox to beg worship leaders not to overthink things. Just play the classics. We are ready for them!
December 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Annual reminder that Christmas carols are actually the best worship songs. Also time to get out my soapbox to beg worship leaders not to overthink things. Just play the classics. We are ready for them!
Year by year, I am regularly reminded of how the first Christmas unfolded in the most unorthodox and unexpected of ways. The paradox of Christmas is unpacked here..
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The Christmas Paradox
Year by year, I am regularly reminded of how the first Christmas unfolded in the most unorthodox and unexpected of ways.
open.substack.com
December 7, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Year by year, I am regularly reminded of how the first Christmas unfolded in the most unorthodox and unexpected of ways. The paradox of Christmas is unpacked here..
open.substack.com/pub/rickhill...
open.substack.com/pub/rickhill...
I’ve stepped into the Substack world.
Anyone else there? Follow recommendations welcome.
First post here…
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Anyone else there? Follow recommendations welcome.
First post here…
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Rick Hill (@rickhillni)
Light.
It starts with a spark, quiet yet potent;
somehow strong enough
to stir what’s been dormant.
Light; exposing the shadows where nobody swept,
casting up truth where secrets slept.
Draggi...
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December 4, 2025 at 9:18 PM
I’ve stepped into the Substack world.
Anyone else there? Follow recommendations welcome.
First post here…
substack.com/@rickhillni/...
Anyone else there? Follow recommendations welcome.
First post here…
substack.com/@rickhillni/...
Recently re-printed www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1838...
Deep Roots of Resilient Disciples : Rick Hill: Amazon.co.uk: Books
Deep Roots of Resilient Disciples : Rick Hill: Amazon.co.uk: Books
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December 4, 2025 at 6:27 AM
Recently re-printed www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1838...
A great challenge. www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/make...
Make Room at Church for Special-Needs Families
Most families affected by disability aren’t looking for a perfect ministry. They’re looking for a community that makes an effort to welcome their whole family.
www.thegospelcoalition.org
December 3, 2025 at 10:38 PM
A great challenge. www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/make...
Reposted by Rick Hill
You will struggle to find a better goal than Micky van de Ven’s against Copenhagen this evening.
Winning the ball back on the edge of his own box, he dribbled the length of pitch before firing home.
Winning the ball back on the edge of his own box, he dribbled the length of pitch before firing home.
November 4, 2025 at 9:40 PM
You will struggle to find a better goal than Micky van de Ven’s against Copenhagen this evening.
Winning the ball back on the edge of his own box, he dribbled the length of pitch before firing home.
Winning the ball back on the edge of his own box, he dribbled the length of pitch before firing home.
Remembering the heart of worship…
November 1, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Remembering the heart of worship…
An encouragement for emerging leaders…
October 30, 2025 at 9:32 AM
An encouragement for emerging leaders…
The four stages of discipleship (inspired by writings of Dan Spader)
October 29, 2025 at 9:54 AM
The four stages of discipleship (inspired by writings of Dan Spader)
A new report from the Evangelical Alliance highlights the top 5 ways people are finding faith:
1️⃣ An experience of God
2️⃣ Reading the Bible
3️⃣ Attending a Christian course
4️⃣ Conversations with a friend
5️⃣ Answered prayer
1️⃣ An experience of God
2️⃣ Reading the Bible
3️⃣ Attending a Christian course
4️⃣ Conversations with a friend
5️⃣ Answered prayer
October 16, 2025 at 8:15 PM
A new report from the Evangelical Alliance highlights the top 5 ways people are finding faith:
1️⃣ An experience of God
2️⃣ Reading the Bible
3️⃣ Attending a Christian course
4️⃣ Conversations with a friend
5️⃣ Answered prayer
1️⃣ An experience of God
2️⃣ Reading the Bible
3️⃣ Attending a Christian course
4️⃣ Conversations with a friend
5️⃣ Answered prayer
I have deeply valued the insights & opportunities provided by the Lausanne Movement, with their missional focus & global insights. I was invited recently to contribute to their podcast & share this conversation about spiritual formation and mission here in Ireland. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/l...
How Are Resilient Disciples Really Formed—and Why It Matters for Mission? | Rick Hill
Podcast Episode · Lausanne Movement Podcast · 13/10/2025 · 58m
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October 14, 2025 at 8:11 PM
I have deeply valued the insights & opportunities provided by the Lausanne Movement, with their missional focus & global insights. I was invited recently to contribute to their podcast & share this conversation about spiritual formation and mission here in Ireland. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/l...
I am sorry to read of this. Just wrong.
The constituency office used by Sinn Féin minister Liz Kimmins has been targeted with a “viable explosive device” as police worked to secure the area overnight.
‘This is a disgraceful and cowardly act’: Sinn Féin minister’s office targeted with ‘viable explosive device’
The constituency office used by Sinn Féin minister Liz Kimmins has been targeted with a “viable explosive device” as police worked to secure the area overnight.
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk
October 6, 2025 at 9:10 PM
I am sorry to read of this. Just wrong.
Social media can be an excellent tool for churches in evangelism (promotion & proclamation) and even formation (re-telling & resourcing). However, it is a terrible tool for church comparison and we need to guard our hearts in this.
October 5, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Social media can be an excellent tool for churches in evangelism (promotion & proclamation) and even formation (re-telling & resourcing). However, it is a terrible tool for church comparison and we need to guard our hearts in this.
4 key aspects for churches in development mode. Part of foundational thinking & work we are doing with small churches across the island in the coming weeks.
September 29, 2025 at 8:55 PM
4 key aspects for churches in development mode. Part of foundational thinking & work we are doing with small churches across the island in the coming weeks.
Been reflecting on this myself recently.
I’ve always found it striking that Revelation 22:2 (“The leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations.”) takes place *after* the great judgment has already taken place. Judgment does not close the story. Healing does. The nations, already summoned before the throne, are given life again.
September 28, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Been reflecting on this myself recently.
“The kingdom of God is God’s people in God’s place living under God’s rule and reign.” Vaughan Roberts
September 8, 2025 at 9:05 AM
“The kingdom of God is God’s people in God’s place living under God’s rule and reign.” Vaughan Roberts
“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me - watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace.” Matthew 11:28-30 (The Message)
September 6, 2025 at 9:57 PM
“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me - watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace.” Matthew 11:28-30 (The Message)
A morning spent enjoying a tour of the Royal Chapels with some military chaplains. Something different but very impressive!
September 2, 2025 at 9:31 PM
A morning spent enjoying a tour of the Royal Chapels with some military chaplains. Something different but very impressive!
"The churches were strengthened in the faith and grew daily in numbers." (Acts 16:5)
What a great prayer for your church: deeper faith and wider witness. Growth that is both spiritual and numerical; for stronger faith and larger impact.
What a great prayer for your church: deeper faith and wider witness. Growth that is both spiritual and numerical; for stronger faith and larger impact.
August 17, 2025 at 4:11 PM
"The churches were strengthened in the faith and grew daily in numbers." (Acts 16:5)
What a great prayer for your church: deeper faith and wider witness. Growth that is both spiritual and numerical; for stronger faith and larger impact.
What a great prayer for your church: deeper faith and wider witness. Growth that is both spiritual and numerical; for stronger faith and larger impact.
Kinfire Festival in Kilkenny. A beautiful expression of the vibrancy of the church in Ireland.
August 14, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Kinfire Festival in Kilkenny. A beautiful expression of the vibrancy of the church in Ireland.
Learning new skills this summer
August 12, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Learning new skills this summer