The Rev'd Jonathan Rowe
Fight or Flight
Anxiety is actually one of our bodies’ natural responses to stressful situations, and can be a very healthy one. Anxiety is part…
When You’re Not Okay
In February, I had a mental health crisis: what we used to call a ‘mental breakdown’. As far as crises…
No More Volunteers
It’s time for the church to stop relying on volunteers. That sounds like a harsh thing to say. More than…
“It’s Not The Same!”
As I write, we have returned to a season of enhanced precautions and online worship. To say that we’re starting…
They Want To See Jesus
In many Anglican churches, the priest will hold up the bread for the Eucharist, either during or after the Eucharistic…
What Would Jesus Do? Not What You Think
When Newfoundland’s vaccine passport was announced, some Anglicans complained about how it would affect faith-based gatherings. They asked, ‘What would…
Generation to Generation
Over the years, I have watched a lot of grandparents take their grandchildren to church with them. Often, they do…
It’s Time To Stop Talking About “Vocational Priests”
More and more, I’ve heard people talk about ‘vocational priests’ as if this was the future of ordained ministry in…
A New And Better Normal
As restrictions lift, people get vaccinated, and concerns about the pandemic ease, life gradually starts to return to ‘normal’. It’s…
Newfoundland Nones
Once upon a time, we assumed that every Anglican had a parish that they belonged to. When the clergy visited…