Love Shine Through

I've been listening to the new Tim Hughes album Love Shine Through and would recommend it to you all.

This set doesn't have the same energy as the live Happy Days disc, but the quality of the song writing and the music more than make up.

I especially like the thread running through the disc focusing about the 'name' - God's name, his name.

The opening track 'Counting On Your Name':
first line - 'My name is written on your hands' matches the chorus 'I'm counting on Your name'. My name and all that I am depending upon Your name and all that you are.

Mid way through, 'At Your Name [Forever]' we are encouraged to shout the name of the Lord, Yahweh, the endless name that deserves endless praise. And this song, co-written with the excellend Phil Wickham closes the set at the end of the disc.

You can't do better than meditate upon God's name and Tim's music will help you do this. So a big thanks to Tim, and everyone else - buy the disc and worship his Name.

A General Assembly Statement

The following statement was made by David Arnott, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, on Monday 23 May.
I think it is a very helpful statement and deserves to be widely known, so I am copying it here and invite you to pass it on to others.

Statement from Right Reverend David Arnott, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland on the Special Commission into Same Sex Relationships and the Ministry


As you will be aware by now the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland today (Monday, 23 May 2011) voted to establish a theological commission that will further explore issues around same sex relationships of the ministry of the Church.

The General Assembly held a full and open debate on this issue and I want to thank all commissioners for the courteous and compassionate way in which this was carried out.


I am conscious that this has been a matter of contention for some time and many people on all sides hold their beliefs very firmly.

It is, of course, too early to say what the impact of today's decision will be but we as the National Church will continue to provide guidance and spiritual leadership for the people of Scotland.

Yesterday I had the privilege and pleasure of attending an event called Roll Away the Stone in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh. This was a wonderful and happy occasion attended by thousands of people who celebrated and worshipped together in glorious sunshine. That is the true face of the Church of Scotland.

I want to clarify what happened today as best I can.


The Church has agreed to embark on a path that will allow us in two years time to consider lifting the moratorium on acceptance for training and ordination of people in a same sex relationship.


This direction is one that explores inclusion but the new theological commission will report in two years time on that matter and no decisions have yet been made.


We very much hope that people who disagree with what has been decided will nevertheless remain in the Church and work with us as we seek to find a way forward.


Indeed I have had many expressions from commissioners today that they are willing to work for the greater good of the Church.


The existing moratorium on the ordination of ministers in same sex relationships is continued until 2013 so nothing will happen immediately. Importantly, the dialogue will continue.

I am aware that many people will be hurting today and the Church of Scotland has a pastoral duty to look after all our people and show them our love and compassion.

Today has been a challenging day for the Church of Scotland but our history shows that we are able to take on board many challenges and continue to be a clear voice in 21st century Scotland.

20 years ago

20 years ago Rangers won 3 in a row.

This year Rangers have won 3 in a row.

20 years ago the manager left and the number 2 stepped up.
Graeme Souness for Walter Smith.
This year it will be Walter Smith for Ally McCoist.

20 years ago a Rangers striker that used to play for Celtic, Mo Johnston, left the club.
This year a Rangers striker that used to play for Celtic, Kenny Miller, left the club.

20 years ago Rangers won the league cup 2-1 in extra time v Celtic.
This year Rangers won the league cup 2-1 in extra time v Celtic.

20 years ago Rangers had 3 players sent off in a cup game at P*rkhead which they lost.
This year Rangers had 3 players sent off in a cup game at P*rkhead which they lost.

20 Years ago Rangers lost 0-3 at Parkhead and still won the league.
This year Rangers lost 0-3 at Parkhead and still won the league.

20 years ago Motherwell were managed by an ex-Rangers midfielder.
This year Motherwell are managed by an ex-Rangers midfielder.

20 years ago Celtic had already gone 2 years without a trophy.
This year Celtic have already gone 2 years without a trophy.

20 years ago Motherwell won the Scottish Cup....................

And finally...

Celtic have never won the Scottish Cup when they've put Rangers out !!!!