Winn Collier writes about the longing that Advent epitomises, a Gospel fuelled desire for the fulfilment of redemption. We have peace, and long for peace. We have hope, and long for that expectation to be fully realised. From Collier: I’m aching for peace. To be sure, I’m not angling for anything easy or contrived or …

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This page at Facts and Trends features ten moments when Christmas related church activities did not go to plan. Most feature children and animals. These are meant to be salutary warnings, not ideas, folks. Here’s one with a Christmas camel, who does not seem to come off worse for wear.