RuthS56
@ruths56.bsky.social
Wife; mum; priest. Team Vicar @ St Columba's, Wideopen. Enthusiasms include: God, social justice, finding joy, cats, and cake. All views my own.
Please can I urge you to read the document, and respond appropriately to the consultation: the proposed changes are cruel and unfair.
Please fill out this consultation on the "earned settlement" immigration proposals in the UK, which would see many people waiting 20 or 30 years for settled status in the UK and even then having "no recourse to public funds" despite working and paying tax. migrantsrights.org.uk/2026/01/29/e...
Call to Allies: Complete the ‘Earned Settlement’ Consultation - Migrants' Rights Network
New 'earned settlement' proposals left members of our Network feeling incredibly distressed. We're calling on allies to respond.
migrantsrights.org.uk
February 2, 2026 at 8:18 AM
Please can I urge you to read the document, and respond appropriately to the consultation: the proposed changes are cruel and unfair.
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A reminder to the news media: “conflicting accounts” is what you say BEFORE the incontrovertible video evidence appears. After that, your job is to ask why one side is lying, not to repeat the lie and pretend no one knows the truth.
January 25, 2026 at 12:28 PM
A reminder to the news media: “conflicting accounts” is what you say BEFORE the incontrovertible video evidence appears. After that, your job is to ask why one side is lying, not to repeat the lie and pretend no one knows the truth.
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Worth remembering when looking at the horrific scenes in the US right now that both Reform and the Tories have pledged to bring in ICE-style organisations to the UK if they win power
January 24, 2026 at 10:33 PM
Worth remembering when looking at the horrific scenes in the US right now that both Reform and the Tories have pledged to bring in ICE-style organisations to the UK if they win power
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That reminds me: It's Tom Baker's birthday in two days so no need to panic if you see his name trending on Tuesday.
That was a public service announcement for geeks everywhere.
That was a public service announcement for geeks everywhere.
I keep the birthdays of old Doctor Who actors memorised so I don't panic if I see them trend on that day.
January 18, 2026 at 5:50 PM
That reminds me: It's Tom Baker's birthday in two days so no need to panic if you see his name trending on Tuesday.
That was a public service announcement for geeks everywhere.
That was a public service announcement for geeks everywhere.
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May he defend the poor among the people, ♦
deliver the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. R
The psalms are at it again
deliver the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. R
The psalms are at it again
January 16, 2026 at 9:05 AM
May he defend the poor among the people, ♦
deliver the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. R
The psalms are at it again
deliver the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. R
The psalms are at it again
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The Episcopal Church held a prayer vigil on Zoom last night in response to (gestures broadly) and this is some of what Bishop Craig Loya of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota had to say. It was both balm and fire for me, and I hope it helps you, too.
January 14, 2026 at 5:34 PM
The Episcopal Church held a prayer vigil on Zoom last night in response to (gestures broadly) and this is some of what Bishop Craig Loya of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota had to say. It was both balm and fire for me, and I hope it helps you, too.
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British citizens and UK-based folks: please consider signing and sharing this petition:
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/75...
#RefugeesWelcome
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/75...
#RefugeesWelcome
Petition: Keep the 5-Year ILR route for refugees. Do not extend it to 10 or 20 years
We call on the UK Government to preserve the current 5-year route (ILR) for refugees and people with humanitarian protection.
petition.parliament.uk
December 29, 2025 at 11:02 PM
British citizens and UK-based folks: please consider signing and sharing this petition:
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/75...
#RefugeesWelcome
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/75...
#RefugeesWelcome
3 out of 4 Christmas services done in my first year as an incumbent. Large glass of elderflower, then bed! Happy Christmas all. #ClergyMaltClub
December 25, 2025 at 12:54 AM
3 out of 4 Christmas services done in my first year as an incumbent. Large glass of elderflower, then bed! Happy Christmas all. #ClergyMaltClub
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And the finest Christmas tradition has arrived — #DuvetKnowItsChristmas is today! 1) Follow @rhodri.biz 2) post your pics of your makeshift Christmas Eve sleeping arrangements and 3) give money to the homeless @centrepointuk.bsky.social
December 24, 2025 at 7:28 AM
And the finest Christmas tradition has arrived — #DuvetKnowItsChristmas is today! 1) Follow @rhodri.biz 2) post your pics of your makeshift Christmas Eve sleeping arrangements and 3) give money to the homeless @centrepointuk.bsky.social
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'Tis the season for some festive science songs.
If you've ever wanted to hear someone sing about a dimunitive tyranosaur then now is your chance
If you've ever wanted to hear someone sing about a dimunitive tyranosaur then now is your chance
December 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM
'Tis the season for some festive science songs.
If you've ever wanted to hear someone sing about a dimunitive tyranosaur then now is your chance
If you've ever wanted to hear someone sing about a dimunitive tyranosaur then now is your chance
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If you are not already aware this was addressed in possibly the greatest radio comedy of all time. youtu.be/yl22NCgg_CU?...
Cabin Pressure at Christmas
YouTube video by Pozzitive Comedy
youtu.be
December 19, 2025 at 12:12 PM
If you are not already aware this was addressed in possibly the greatest radio comedy of all time. youtu.be/yl22NCgg_CU?...
I found this an incredibly powerful piece of writing.
Mandy Ford, Dean of Bristol Cathedral, speaks out! “Where, among our bishops, are those with the courage to act from love, who are willing to risk the breaking in of the Kingdom?“ togethercofe.org.uk/dean-of-bris...
Dean of Bristol sends message to the Bishops – Together for the Church of England
togethercofe.org.uk
December 15, 2025 at 7:53 AM
I found this an incredibly powerful piece of writing.
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Jesus Christ is always at the centre of Christmas. And everyone's invited to experience it with us.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
December 12, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Jesus Christ is always at the centre of Christmas. And everyone's invited to experience it with us.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
Come and celebrate Christmas at a church near you.
Find services and events in your local community at AChurchNearYou.com/christmas.
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It was not a ‘narrow win’ for Ms Peggie. She list on all counts in relation to Dr Upton and ‘trans issues’. The judgments in her favour related to the way her employer handled some aspects of her complaint.
What is wrong with you Guardian?
What is wrong with you Guardian?
Trans doctor changing room case: does it amount to a bathroom ban?
Trans doctor changing room case: does it amount to a bathroom ban?
Some businesses still waiting for final EHRC guidance while firms that moved early to exclude trans people show no sign of backtracking
www.theguardian.com
December 11, 2025 at 8:39 AM
It was not a ‘narrow win’ for Ms Peggie. She list on all counts in relation to Dr Upton and ‘trans issues’. The judgments in her favour related to the way her employer handled some aspects of her complaint.
What is wrong with you Guardian?
What is wrong with you Guardian?
Stunning sunrise this morning, caught at exactly the right moment. In the time taken to type this, it's faded to the faintest pink glow.
December 11, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Stunning sunrise this morning, caught at exactly the right moment. In the time taken to type this, it's faded to the faintest pink glow.
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🚨The Home Secretary said "illegal migration is dividing our country."
Let’s be clear: the only thing dividing our country is a politics devoid of humanity and compassion.
The plans announced today are a cruel political choice. It is #NotInOurName.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/morally-and-...
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Let’s be clear: the only thing dividing our country is a politics devoid of humanity and compassion.
The plans announced today are a cruel political choice. It is #NotInOurName.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/morally-and-...
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Women for Refugee Women : Morally and ethically bankrupt: Our response to the Government's announcement 17 November 2026
The Government has announced sweeping plans to overhaul refugee protection in the UK - some of the most hostile we have seen in recent years. We are outraged, saddened, and extremely concerned.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 1:54 PM
🚨The Home Secretary said "illegal migration is dividing our country."
Let’s be clear: the only thing dividing our country is a politics devoid of humanity and compassion.
The plans announced today are a cruel political choice. It is #NotInOurName.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/morally-and-...
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Let’s be clear: the only thing dividing our country is a politics devoid of humanity and compassion.
The plans announced today are a cruel political choice. It is #NotInOurName.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/morally-and-...
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And today a reminder that there are real people whose lives are affected by the current C of E policies on LGBTQIA+ relationships viamedia.news/2025/11/13/a...
A Question of Conscience - ViaMedia.News
by Revd Ruth Harley (Vicar, Cowgate and Priest in Charge, Newbiggin Hall) Standing at the font, I smiled at the scene unfolding in front of me. A happily gurgling baby and his two proud parents, surro...
viamedia.news
November 13, 2025 at 8:01 AM
And today a reminder that there are real people whose lives are affected by the current C of E policies on LGBTQIA+ relationships viamedia.news/2025/11/13/a...
A huge joy tonight to be licensed in my new role - Team Vicar at St Columba's, Wideopen, Newcastle.
November 7, 2025 at 12:03 AM
A huge joy tonight to be licensed in my new role - Team Vicar at St Columba's, Wideopen, Newcastle.
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I've signed this open letter. #CofEpeeps, lay or ordained, if you want the church to become more fully affirming of LGBTQ+ folks, please read this letter from Inclusive Church and consider signing it.
www.inclusive-church.org/llf-open-let...
www.inclusive-church.org/llf-open-let...
LLF Open Letter – Inclusive Church
www.inclusive-church.org
October 23, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I've signed this open letter. #CofEpeeps, lay or ordained, if you want the church to become more fully affirming of LGBTQ+ folks, please read this letter from Inclusive Church and consider signing it.
www.inclusive-church.org/llf-open-let...
www.inclusive-church.org/llf-open-let...
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I realise there is already a queue to buy a drink for the long-suffering local government official who wrote this. Please consider me part of that queue.
(The weight of the sigh on "We do not apply admiralty law" alone could tear a hole in the fabric of the universe.)
(The weight of the sigh on "We do not apply admiralty law" alone could tear a hole in the fabric of the universe.)
Glasgow City Council has a whole sovereign citizen FAQ
whoever wrote this was so very tired
glasgow.gov.uk/whyyouneedto...
whoever wrote this was so very tired
glasgow.gov.uk/whyyouneedto...
Why you require to pay Council Tax - Glasgow City Council
Information about why you are required to pay Council Tax.
glasgow.gov.uk
October 15, 2025 at 10:11 AM
I realise there is already a queue to buy a drink for the long-suffering local government official who wrote this. Please consider me part of that queue.
(The weight of the sigh on "We do not apply admiralty law" alone could tear a hole in the fabric of the universe.)
(The weight of the sigh on "We do not apply admiralty law" alone could tear a hole in the fabric of the universe.)
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Holy Week; copier died.
October 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Holy Week; copier died.
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In your charity please add Layan Nasir to your prayers. She is a 24 year old Palestinian who was released from Israeli custody last December. She was sentenced to an additional 8 months in Israeli prison this past Thursday. She is a member of St. Peter’s Anglican Church, in Birzeit West Bank. ⚓️
October 12, 2025 at 1:34 AM
In your charity please add Layan Nasir to your prayers. She is a 24 year old Palestinian who was released from Israeli custody last December. She was sentenced to an additional 8 months in Israeli prison this past Thursday. She is a member of St. Peter’s Anglican Church, in Birzeit West Bank. ⚓️