The Problem of Pain

The Problem of Pain

None but a masochist enjoys pain; pain is something that is endured at best and is feared by most. Those who live with chronic pain due to different diseases or disabilities speak of its debilitating force, sapping energy and leaving individuals worn out and unable to...
Psalms of Lament

Psalms of Lament

65 of the 150 psalms in our Bible are designated in one way or other ‘psalms of lament.’ A lament is an expression of grief or sorrow or complaint, and synonyms include words like ‘bemoan’, ‘regret’, ‘bewail’ and ‘bawl’, not to mention ‘beat one’s breast’ or ‘eat...
Goldthorpe Christmas Market

Goldthorpe Christmas Market

We’re really excited about being able to be part of the Goldthorpe Christmas Market which takes place on Market Street on Friday 24th November from 4-8 p.m. and especially about the chance to work with all the local churches at this event. Inside the church...
When you’re going shopping…

When you’re going shopping…

Don’t forget that we need quite a lot of items providing for our Christmas outreaches. So when you’re going shopping, if you could think about these things and get a few extra bits and pieces, that would be really helpful! We need: wrapped sweets/...
A Day In The Life Of…

A Day In The Life Of…

The Director of Public Health in Barnsley is compiling information about the health of local residents in our area, information required by the Government which will provide the NHS with ‘an invaluable and unique insight into the daily challenges that affect our...