Burpham Church

Purpose, identity, forgiveness, and true hope


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church ‘It’s hopeless,’ she said. ‘Hopeless with a capital H and…’ I raised my hand, fingers splayed, and she froze…

Where is your journey taking you?


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church As the year draws to a close and Christmas approaches, Rev. James Hanson reflects on the journeys we…

Happiness


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church I was asked recently, why are you always so happy? I replied: actually I don’t always feel it – but…

Decluttering


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church Most times in the year I have cravings for clearing out stuff. I don’t think I am one of life’s hoarders,…

Navigating life


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church I love rivers, streams and all waterways. If anyone could ask me to describe Heaven on earth, I might…

What are you going to give up this season?


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church Most of my former career was in schools, and Lent often brought about a question: what are you going to give…

The gift of change


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church Have you ever been surprised by unintended consequences of doing something? In a former church where I…

The gate is fully open


Rev James Hanson, Vicar, Burpham Church I have always loved being in different places – but seldom loved the journey to get there. More recently in…

Welcome to Rev James Hanson the new Vicar of Burpham


Jane Agg, Churchwarden We are delighted to announce that Reverend James Hanson will be joining us as our new vicar here in Burpham. James is…