This Sunday's readings: 2nd after Trinity (Proper 6:2)

GALLERY-GOERS of refined sensibility and nervous disposition often hurry past the steamy works of Peter Paul Rubens.

Next Sunday’s readings: Birth of John the Baptist

JOHN THE BAPTIST was a spirited child. “The child grew and became strong in spirit,” we read.

Prayer for the week

This prayer exists in different versions, some including lines that sound too modern to be Sir Francis Drake’s.

Apostle to the deists

“I thought Dr Butler was dead,” said Queen Caroline.



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