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The photos I have used on this site are mainly my own or those of Carol Mullineux and Matthew Sutton to whom I am grateful. For the other photos and quotes, I have tried, wherever possible, to give the relevant credits and references. Please do not copy the photos or text on this site without permission from me. Thank you. -- Richard Sutton

Tag: Christian Faith

City of Dreaming Spires

City of Dreaming Spires

Seen from a distance you soon see why this ancient seat of learning is justly named the ‘City of dreaming spires’. But Oxford is also a city of dreams and dreamers. Continue reading “City of Dreaming Spires” →

By Richard Suttonin Blog Posts, Most Popular Posts, Places of InterestMarch 1, 2018August 15, 2019822 Words11 Comments

Great men have been among us

Great men have been among us

The grand setting of Durham Cathedral brings us a reminder of three great, yet humble men of faith, learning and prayer. The saintly lives of The Venerable Bede, Saint Cuthbert and George Herbert have inspired Christians for centuries.

Continue reading “Great men have been among us” →
By Richard Suttonin Blog Posts, Britain's Christian Heritage, Encounters with Grace, Places of InterestMarch 16, 2017February 24, 2021788 WordsLeave a comment
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