Clare MacLaren (she/her)
@claremaclaren.bsky.social
Anglican pilgrim and priest. Lover of poetry, literature, jazz & blues. Mum, wife & feminist. Melancholy wordsmith. Underdog's ally. Seeker after truth. #CofE
Oh, the magic of a #JacquieLawson Advent Calendar! This year, Paris. And already, I'm transported!! Happy #Advent folks!
December 1, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Oh, the magic of a #JacquieLawson Advent Calendar! This year, Paris. And already, I'm transported!! Happy #Advent folks!
I'm not normally one to watch horror movies, but the premise of #Heretic intrigued me - as did seeing Hugh Grant in a new light...
I can totally recommend it!!
It IS horrific in parts, but also rich in theological and philosophical questions about faith, religion and human psychology...
I can totally recommend it!!
It IS horrific in parts, but also rich in theological and philosophical questions about faith, religion and human psychology...
November 15, 2024 at 10:26 PM
I'm not normally one to watch horror movies, but the premise of #Heretic intrigued me - as did seeing Hugh Grant in a new light...
I can totally recommend it!!
It IS horrific in parts, but also rich in theological and philosophical questions about faith, religion and human psychology...
I can totally recommend it!!
It IS horrific in parts, but also rich in theological and philosophical questions about faith, religion and human psychology...
Beautiful day for a boat trip out from #Seahouses to see the seals at the #FarneIslands ❤️
#GrimUpNorth
#GrimUpNorth
November 15, 2024 at 10:33 AM
Beautiful day for a boat trip out from #Seahouses to see the seals at the #FarneIslands ❤️
#GrimUpNorth
#GrimUpNorth
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'Woke Mind Virus' is going to be a dilemma for the incoming US Administration.
November 15, 2024 at 8:47 AM
'Woke Mind Virus' is going to be a dilemma for the incoming US Administration.
Lord, have mercy on us all...
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Trump transition live updates: Donald Trump appoints Elon Musk to co-lead new 'government efficiency' body - BBC News
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Trump transition live updates: Donald Trump appoints Elon Musk to co-lead new 'government efficiency' body - BBC News
Trump transition live updates: Donald Trump appoints Elon Musk to co-lead new 'government efficiency' body
The Tesla and X owner will lead the new
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November 13, 2024 at 7:02 AM
Lord, have mercy on us all...
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Trump transition live updates: Donald Trump appoints Elon Musk to co-lead new 'government efficiency' body - BBC News
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Trump transition live updates: Donald Trump appoints Elon Musk to co-lead new 'government efficiency' body - BBC News
Not before time...
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal - live updates - BBC News
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal - live updates - BBC News
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal - live updates
He says he takes
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November 12, 2024 at 2:49 PM
Not before time...
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal - live updates - BBC News
BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cj...
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal - live updates - BBC News
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What's cool about 24 day Advent is that the "Advent" Calendars you buy in the store will actually match Advent this year. 🕯️
November 1, 2024 at 1:46 PM
What's cool about 24 day Advent is that the "Advent" Calendars you buy in the store will actually match Advent this year. 🕯️
Just watched #Life(AndDeath)InGaza on BBC2... If you still believe that the Israeli Defence Force is intending anything other than genocide, you really should watch it too...
October 15, 2024 at 9:33 PM
Just watched #Life(AndDeath)InGaza on BBC2... If you still believe that the Israeli Defence Force is intending anything other than genocide, you really should watch it too...
This so reminds me of my time at #NewcastleCathedral... and some precious souls I had the privilege of getting to know...
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Church Times on X: "Poet's Corner Visiting @nclcathedral, @malcolmguite discovers a truly Christlike welcome https://t.co/yCljyhjGUg" / X
Poet's Corner Visiting @nclcathedral, @malcolmguite discovers a truly Christlike welcome https://t.co/yCljyhjGUg
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May 11, 2024 at 6:45 AM
This so reminds me of my time at #NewcastleCathedral... and some precious souls I had the privilege of getting to know...
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What a fabulous day on Sunday! My installation as Canon Provost of #SunderlandMinster was a joyful beginning to what is going to be a fantastic adventure with God's people here in this great city!!
April 16, 2024 at 6:02 PM
What a fabulous day on Sunday! My installation as Canon Provost of #SunderlandMinster was a joyful beginning to what is going to be a fantastic adventure with God's people here in this great city!!
Well, this is evidence of what I always suspected...
A well organised and funded campaign to thwart progress in the Church of England towards full inclusion of women and LGBTQIA+ people.
Those of us of a more liberal persuasion cannot afford to be complacent!!
viamedia.news/2023/12/30/p...
A well organised and funded campaign to thwart progress in the Church of England towards full inclusion of women and LGBTQIA+ people.
Those of us of a more liberal persuasion cannot afford to be complacent!!
viamedia.news/2023/12/30/p...
December 30, 2023 at 1:01 PM
Well, this is evidence of what I always suspected...
A well organised and funded campaign to thwart progress in the Church of England towards full inclusion of women and LGBTQIA+ people.
Those of us of a more liberal persuasion cannot afford to be complacent!!
viamedia.news/2023/12/30/p...
A well organised and funded campaign to thwart progress in the Church of England towards full inclusion of women and LGBTQIA+ people.
Those of us of a more liberal persuasion cannot afford to be complacent!!
viamedia.news/2023/12/30/p...
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Sleepless night in Ukraine. Russians attack with all kind of missiles and drones.
December 29, 2023 at 5:41 AM
Sleepless night in Ukraine. Russians attack with all kind of missiles and drones.
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#MorningPrayer
As we remember
the Holy Innocents, Lord,
massacred on the whim
of a jealous and fearful despot,
consumed by lust
for power and position,
turn our hearts
from the service of self
to the service of all;
from the thinness
of the ego,
to the expansiveness
of your love.
As we remember
the Holy Innocents, Lord,
massacred on the whim
of a jealous and fearful despot,
consumed by lust
for power and position,
turn our hearts
from the service of self
to the service of all;
from the thinness
of the ego,
to the expansiveness
of your love.
December 28, 2023 at 8:17 AM
#MorningPrayer
As we remember
the Holy Innocents, Lord,
massacred on the whim
of a jealous and fearful despot,
consumed by lust
for power and position,
turn our hearts
from the service of self
to the service of all;
from the thinness
of the ego,
to the expansiveness
of your love.
As we remember
the Holy Innocents, Lord,
massacred on the whim
of a jealous and fearful despot,
consumed by lust
for power and position,
turn our hearts
from the service of self
to the service of all;
from the thinness
of the ego,
to the expansiveness
of your love.
Hhmmm... Is there anything as nice as Christmas Dinner reheated the day after Boxing Day? All of the flavours... None of the effort... I actually think I enjoy this better than first time around!
(Pic was first time around - chestnut roast en croute with all the trimmings!)
(Pic was first time around - chestnut roast en croute with all the trimmings!)
December 27, 2023 at 1:51 PM
Hhmmm... Is there anything as nice as Christmas Dinner reheated the day after Boxing Day? All of the flavours... None of the effort... I actually think I enjoy this better than first time around!
(Pic was first time around - chestnut roast en croute with all the trimmings!)
(Pic was first time around - chestnut roast en croute with all the trimmings!)