Rev Shirley Murphy
The thoughts, reflections, faith stories and meanderings of an 
Anglican Priest

Ordinary people, extraordinary stories. The story of my journey from India to Pembrokeshire and my life at the heart of the community....

"You are just slaves. So go back to where you came from..." is what I was told by an elderly British lady when I was working in a travel...

“Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return” Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season–a season that begins with dust and ashes–an ancient tradition, symbolizing our humility before God.  The Ash Wednesday liturgy calls us to see ourselves as we truly are; to reflect on our attitudes, actions, and priorities; and to return to God through penitence and prayer. Ash Wednesday is the beginning of a 40-day  journey–a journey from brokenness to restoration; fr

Saint Agatha is an emblematic figure of Christianity, venerated for her unshakeable faith and courageous martyrdom in the 3rd century. Born in Catania, Sicily, around 231 AD, Agatha grew up in a pious Christian family who instilled in her the values of faith and charity. At an early age, Agatha dedicated her life to God and took a vow of virginity, choosing to devote herself entirely to the service of God. She was known for her exceptional beauty, but she rejected the romanti