Bitesize chunks of faith

In this weeks episode Jono shares some prayers for Iran and for the middle East after the outbreak of hostilities there between Israel, the United states and Iran.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about how the use of classy words in the world of sport, education , and encouragement can be transformative. As people of Faith, can we train ourselves to seek those opportunities?

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about a few techniques to help people prepare for attending a worship service especially if that's a new experience for you.

In this weeks episode Jono celebrates the many people who work behind the scenes to provide Church services and to ensure churches are welcoming places to visit and hopefully encounter The living God.

In this weeks episode Jono shares about a church called Noddfa located in the Welsh Valleys and how it is reaching young men in particular with the hope of Jesus Christ. The pastor John Funnel recently spoke to a group of clergy including Jono who was very impressed by their approach and their work

In this weeks episode Jono looks at a very special opportunity for ministry when people are in hospital and shares some prayers for that context

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on news that rocked the Christian world this week with the revelation of a moral failure and extra marital affair from a greatly loved best selling author called Philip Yancey. He prays for protection for those in Christian leadership.

In this weeks episode Jono offers some podcast recommendations from 2025 and shares some spiritual and secular podcasts he has enjoyed.

In this weeks episode Jono speaks to Bishop Adrian Wilkinson, The Church of Ireland Bishop of Cashel, Ferns and Ossory an area covering the south East and midlands of Ireland about his faith journey and the work of a bishop. Its a really interesting conversation.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about some occupational hazards for those involved in ministry or church work over the season of Advent and Christmas.

In this weeks episode Jono Shares a fascinating conversation with Diocesan Lay reader Gillian Stevenson about her faith journey and her career as a teacher and her ministry as a diocesan lay reader over 45 years. She explains what a diocesan lay reader does and how faith has helped her throughout her life.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about a recent supreme court ruling about the teaching of Religious education in schools in Northern Ireland.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about how vital it is in any church's life that people show up faithfully whether to worship, Volunteer, lead activities or organisations and He prays for those who do so faithfully and inspire others to serve.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on the complexity of remembrance and the human cost of war.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on the season of harvest just celebrated in many churches across the world in recent weeks using an actor and a singer's story to help us reflect.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about creative ways in which churches can find entry points for those outside the faith or outside the church to come in and see what its all about.

Jono reflects on the peace agreement signed between israel and Gaza using a reflection from a peace community called the Bruderhof and prays for the region going forwards.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on a medical appointment with his daughter to think about new ways of communicating the Gospel and doing church.

In this weeks episode Jono speaks to Reverend Philip Mckinley, a pioneer minister in the Diocese of Meath and Kildare about pioneer ministry and his faith journey.

In this weeks episode Jono describes the experience of a 24 hour trip taken at night and uses it to pray for and give thanks for those who look after us through the night.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on the assassination of the American political activist and commentator Charlie Kirk at an event in the university of Utah last week.

In this weeks episode Jono looks at the running of a community fun day as part of the church's strategy to be more hospitable and welcome the local community.

In this weeks episode Jono shares a personal story about someone getting in touch to speak with him about his Dad's impact on her life during his working life as a school teacher.How might we leave a legacy or have an impact?

In this weeks episode Jono recommends some summer podcast listens to try out

In this weeks episode Jono looks at the powerful impact of Bible holiday clubs, summer camps and family festivals of faith running around the country over the summer months and how formative these events are for those exploring faith.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on a powerful book called the Ruthless elimination of hurry about introducing the principle of sabbath rest to your life by an author called John Mark Comer

In this weeks episode Jono thinks of the challenging topic of restorative justice, where victims speak to and work alongside the perpetrators of crimes. He thinks of an inspiring project where the parishioners of Greenisland church are working with the young perpetrators of an arson attack which extensively damaged their building and halls.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about the implications of school holidays for children, parents and teachers and prays for them as they enter their summer break.

In this weeks episode Jono Explores the question of God's call on a person's life sharing what it looked like for him as he changed career and pursued the path of ordination.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on a week of violence on the streets in Northern Ireland and on an escalation of conflict betwen Israel and Iran and prays for peace.

In this weeks episode as the church celebrates the Birthday of the church the feast of Pentecost, Jono thinks about this beautiful gift Jesus offers to those who believe in Him, The Holy Spirit and what He does.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on how the monthly church work party enables people to bond over sharing pretty mundane tasks. He thinks of the many hidden tasks that happen every week in every church and how doing these things together helps build community and grow together in faith and love.

In this weeks episode Jono shares about some of the external agencies and local agencies his church takes an interest in and get involved in through prayer, finance, and people going and serving and volunteering.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about the spiritual discipline of silence and solitude after a quiet morning for his parish this week.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on the drama of the election of the new Pope, a new leader for the global Roman Catholic Church and thinks about some qualities needed for this task and shares some prayers for Pope Leo Xiv and all in Christian leadership around the world.

In this weeks episode Jono discusses a programme the church has run over the past year using a grant from the central church about mental health called mind matters.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on the life and ministry of Pope francis and uses a powerful reflection The Pope wrote while in hospital to reflect on what is important in life.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the story of a man called Jim Fleming who spoke recently about god's guidance on his life as a church planter and in the transition to a new role as a pastoral care coordinator.

In this weeks episode Jono hears from Ross Munro ,a church planter working in the titanic quarter of Belfast and leading a church plant called the Gathering.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the experience of another church planter in the Diocese called Matthew Gault who is working in a loyalist estate called Tullycarnett in East Belfast.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the thoughts of a church planter called Tim Burns who is working with refugees and Asylum seekers in a project called the suitcase project.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the story of a man called James Crockett who works as a church planter in a housing estate called The Braniel estate in Belfast. James tries to reconnect those who have got disconnected or never had a previous church connection. he shares the significance of Isaiah 61 verses 1-3 on God's call on his life to this ministry.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about an old testament prophet called Haggai who got involved in rebuilding the church when people had lost heart and how his message holds hope for today.

In this weeks episode Jono speaks to Canon Bill Press about his faith journey, his recent sabbatical and a book he has writeen about ST.Patrick.

In this weeks episode Jono gives an insight into how his churches finances are overseen and how priorities are dealt with.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on how people can encourage us out of the blue and come alongside us almost as God's designated person for that moment.

In the teeth of Storm Eowyn Jono reflects on its impact and on the perspective faith in Jesus brings to the storms we face in life.

In this weeks episode Jono Calls the listeners to pray for situations which feel overwhelming, the Los Angeles wildfires, the Civil war in South Sudan where our church has missionary links, the proposed ceasefire in Gaza and Israel and The challenges in our local community.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about being a good neighbour, one of Jesus's commands and priorities and shares the inspiring example of his mum's neighbours and friends who look after her so well and support her so well.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about leaving our mark on the world as he reflects on the lives of 3 very significant people who died recently.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about this commonly asked question at this time of year. What might it look like for a member of the clergy? What might it look like for You?