Author Archives: Jared Hay

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About Jared Hay

I'm a retired Minister, husband of Jane, father of two adult children and late life PhD student in Christian Origins.

2 January – ERCU The Messiah

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jared Hay

Each year, a group of us from Priestfield Church head for the Usher Hall in Edinburgh on 2 January to hear a performance of Handel’s classic Oratorio The Messiah. It’s always an enjoyable occasion, but none better than today. Usually … Continue reading →

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The Word

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Jared Hay

For the last decade and more, since the publication of ‘The Church Without Walls’ report, between Christmas and Easter I have taken each of the Four Gospels in turn as the basis or our reflections on Sunday mornings. CWW recommended … Continue reading →

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One year on

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Jared Hay

This time last year, ie in the dying hours of 2011, I decided to become a blogger. Not the weekly Church Newsletter (Connections) blog, but a real Internet blog. Since then I’ve written 35 or so blog entries so am … Continue reading →

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How NT Wright Stole Christmas

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Jared Hay

I’m passing on this interesting blog that goes back a few years but is worth the read on how one of my favourite authors, NT Wright, has challenged our stock view of the Christmas Story. http://www.firstthings.com/blogs/leithart/

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Christmas Worship at Priestfield

Posted on December 22, 2012 by Jared Hay

Looking for a place to come for Christmas reflection and worship? You’re welcome to join us at Priestfield Church on Dalkeith Road to celebrate the birth of the Christ-child.   Sunday – 10.30am Mary – Tell God I say yes   … Continue reading →

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The dangers of using words to describe the Word

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Jared Hay

A couple of things I posted on Facebook today. Short reflection on how we have corrupted the spirit of St Nicholas, i.e. Santa Claus… You better watch out You better not cry Better not pout I’m telling you why Santa … Continue reading →

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On (fallen) human nature

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Jared Hay

  I found this cartoon insightful – linking it to a comment I made on the Jesus Creed blog, which I highly recommend.

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Hay Family – Christmas Newsletter 2012

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Jared Hay

Welcome to the Hay family Christmas Newsletter 2012. We wish all our readers a very Happy Christmas and presence of God to journey with you in 2013. 2012 xmas letter Lower res 2012 xmas letter 2

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Will I really let this watchdog bite me voluntarily?

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Jared Hay

You can always tell when different parts of the establishment know something is coming they don’t like. They bring out big guns briefing against it in advance. And that’s what we have seen in advance of the report by Lord … Continue reading →

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Reflection for Graduation 29 November 2012, 3pm

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Jared Hay

It’s a joy to share with you all in this graduation ceremony. I congratulate you on the achievements that have brought you to this celebration and wish you well for the future. It is with some trepidation I stand before … Continue reading →

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