multiple belongings: Dalit, Christian, Asian, (Im)migrant, theology, ministry, Lutheran, Methodist, India, British, church, public sphere, husband, father.

Stockport, England
Joined October 2009
As we mark #WorldSpaceWeek (4–10 October), I invite you to join me in prayer. As we gaze into the vastness of the universe, may we celebrate the gifts of science and technology while remaining humble before the mystery of creation.@TempletonRelig @publictheology
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As we mark the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis of Assisi (1226–2026), I give thanks for his enduring witness of simplicity, peace, solidarity with the poor and kinship with all creation.
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As we begin #BlackHistory Month in the UK, please join me in prayer to honour Black communities, celebrate their gifts and listen to their stories. May our prayers move us to confront racism, repair injustice n share power, building communities where everyone belongs and flourish
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I’m taking part in Brave the Shave to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. Please support me and check out my shave page. bravetheshave.macmillan.org.…
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On the Feast of St Augustine of Hippo today the 28th of August, we remember one of the most influential Early Church Fathers, an African theologian, philosopher and Bishop of Hippo. @VaticanNews
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As catastrophic floods and debris flows devastate #Nepal and #Tibet, may I invite you to join in prayer and solidarity, remembering those who have died, those awaiting news of loved ones, and all involved in rescue and relief efforts.
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thepattas.blogspot.com/2026/… #DollyParton touched millions of lives through her music, generosity and joyful acceptance. What inspires me most is how she lived her Christian faith in the public sphere, not through judgement or exclusion, but through love. Rest in love @DollyParton
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thepattas.blogspot.com/2026/… The tragic death of Professor Jason Arday calls us to pause, grieve and reflect. A pioneering Black academic and passionate advocate for racial equality, education and neurodiversity, his life inspired countless people. Behind every headline is a human
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thepattas.blogspot.com/2026/… On 12 August, people across UK will witness a partial solar eclipse. As we prepare to view this remarkable celestial event as a community, may I invite you to read my theological reflection on the solar eclipse from an Indian Christian @Theosthinktank
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Sending prayers n best wishes to @bevcraig as she begins her mayoralty for Greater Manchester so that she can translate her manifesto into meaningful action n in making GM a place of flourishing for all. @greatermcr
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The #tiger is the national animal of #India and a magnificent part of God’s creation. Yet wild tiger numbers have declined dramatically over the past century because of poaching, habitat destruction and human–wildlife conflict. #ClimateChange @WWF @ecotheo
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Jesus often spoke of the kingdom of God through ordinary images that revealed extraordinary truths. If Jesus were speaking into today’s world, perhaps the parable of the mustard seed might begin with a single satirical post that dares to challenge.
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Join me in praying for the students and young people in their quest for justice now. #TheCockroachPrayerForJustice
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As we remember Jacob, who slept with a stone for a pillow and dreamed of a ladder joining heaven and earth, discovering God’s abiding presence (Genesis 28:10–19), join me in praying for all who are paying the hidden cost of #sleeplessness @sleepthera @SleepSciencePo1 @SleepSeun
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In our postmodern world, where a significant part of our communication happens through symbols, including emojis, can we learn to recognise the little parables of grace all around us and join God in the work of transformation? 🌌🤲🫂💔✝️🌱🌅🕊️🔥🌍❤️♾️
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Here is my Biblical XI football team. 😊If you were to pick your own team from the Bible, who would make your team? It will be interesting to know your team and why you chose each player @FIFAWorldCup @biblesociety @YouVersion
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