On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me two turtle doves. The two turtle doves are often said to represent the Old and New Testaments—two voices, held together, telling the long and unfinished story of God and humanity...
Author: abrokenpastor
A Partridge in a Pear Tree
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me a partridge in a pear tree. Traditionally, the partridge in the pear tree represents Jesus Christ...
A Prayer for Justice, Repentance, and Solidarity
For Black History Month and in response to rising hatred and division God of all people and all stories,You created every person in Your image—every shade of skin, every culture, every language—and You called it good.(Genesis 1:27) We come before You now, aware of the pain and division in our world.We see the rise of … Continue reading A Prayer for Justice, Repentance, and Solidarity
Pentecost: Hope Beyond Division
In a world marked by conflict, division, and hardship—from war in Ukraine and Gaza to austerity in the UK—Pentecost offers a quiet but powerful hope. It’s a story about breaking down barriers, finding new ways to listen, and discovering connection across our differences. This Pentecost Sunday, let’s reflect on what it means to speak new languages of understanding and build hope beyond division. Read more on how the Ascension calls us into action despite the waiting.
Ascension Day
The Ascension of Jesus doesn't provide a neat resolution but calls us into the work of love, justice, healing, and reconciliation. As Jesus departs, He hands over this mission to His followers, inviting us to participate in the world’s transformation. The period of waiting before Pentecost is not about passively waiting for everything to be fixed, but about preparing, trusting that the Holy Spirit will empower us to act. From the nurse in a war zone to the teacher fighting for every child’s future, we are all called to move forward, even without all the answers, and trust that we are part of a larger movement for change. We wait, we hope, and soon—we will go. Read more on how the Ascension calls us into action despite the waiting.
Hope That Bears Scars
Hope Scrolling: Easter Sunday Hope That Bears Scars By abrokenpastor #40DaysofHope #TheBrokenChurch #HopeScrolling
Hidden Seed of Hope
Hope Scrolling: Good Friday Hidden Seed of Hope By abrokenpastor #40DaysofHope #TheBrokenChurch #HopeScrolling
Persistent Power of Hope
Hope Scrolling 40 of 40 Persistent Power of Hope By abrokenpastor #40DaysofHope #TheBrokenChurch #HopeScrolling
Leaking Vessel
Hope Scrolling 39 of 40 Leaking Vessel By Catherine White #40DaysofHope #TheBrokenChurch #HopeScrolling
Imprint on the Water
Hope Scrolling 38 of 40 Imprint on the Water By Joyce Welford #40DaysofHope #TheBrokenChurch #HopeScrolling
The Broken Church 