Monthly Archives: June 2018

Being John the Baptists

Posted on June 24, 2018 by Revd Canon Ian Black

I hope you will allow me a moment of personal reflection alongside our patronal festival this morning. Twenty-five years ago on Wednesday I was ordained as a Deacon in Canterbury Cathedral. It has been quite a journey over a quarter … Continue reading →

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Compassion, Conviction and Courage

Posted on June 17, 2018 by Revd Canon Ian Black

One of the things we do really well in this country is our ceremony. We know and are well practiced at putting on a good show. We can rummage in the dressing up box and come up with robes and … Continue reading →

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A Pilgrim’s Prayer

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Revd Canon Ian Black

I have been working on the new souvenir guidebook for Peterborough Cathedral – writing copy and ensuring that there is a common voice for the whole text. It is a truly collaborative effort and I think we have produced an … Continue reading →

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A big house for a big family – Welcoming all as Christ.

Posted on June 10, 2018 by Revd Canon Ian Black

On Friday we welcomed members of the Muslim community, representatives of other faiths and civic dignitaries to an Iftar meal, the breaking of the Muslim fast during Ramadan. The event took place outside the west end of the cathedral on … Continue reading →

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Stories, Sabbath and Integration

Posted on June 3, 2018 by Revd Canon Ian Black

Stories matter and the story we share particularly so for bringing people and communities together. Having a common story that tells how we got to here, mapping out the centuries past, is an important part of a community’s identity. And … Continue reading →

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