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.

Never underestimate the power of serendipity

One of my Open University tutors used to say regularly, ‘Never underestimate the power of serendipity.’ I guess this is such a story. And it is a kind of weird one about me and my love for some Christian songs…in … Continue reading

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‘And suddenly, two men’: Moses and Elijah in Lukan Persepective

My published article on Moses and Elijah at the transfiguration of Jesus and beyond can be found, open access, at the link below. https://doi.org/10.1177/00145246231155030

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UE Christmas Service – message

The following is a message I gave at the University of Edinburgh’s Christmas service, held in the magnificent McEwan Hall. It was my last responsibility as an Honorary Chaplain as I retire on 31st December, and a great privilege to … Continue reading

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Christmas greetings 2022

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And behold! Two Men (3)

Luke 9:28-36: Moses and Elijah in the Transfiguration of Jesus and beyond Transfiguration and Resurrection It was noted in the last blog post that given their positions as the narrative climax at the end of the two halves of Luke’s … Continue reading

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And behold! Two Men (2)

Luke 9:28-36: Moses and Elijah in the Transfiguration of Jesus and beyond Moses and Elijah Much has been said about the significance of the two companions seen by the disciples. Who are they, why are they here and what do … Continue reading

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And behold! Two Men (1) Moses and Elijah in the transfiguration story in Luke

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What’s the question? Why this question?

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Figuring things out – reflections on a journey

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Hay Family Newsletter – Christmas 2021

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