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Sarah Brush

@docbrush.bsky.social
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CofE Theologian of faith development, youth ministry & TR•Priest•VicePrincipal Cuddesdon & Dir. of Cuddesdon Gloucester Hereford• Hon Canon of Gloucester•owner of The Moog•Medieval PhD•Into Latin, puzzles, National Trust walks/tea, creativity esp linocut

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NakedPastor @nakedpastor.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
A friend’s old dog had to be put down, so before the vet visit, we took him to the beach, his favorite place, and fed him cheeseburgers, his favorite snack. When we say goodbye to someone we love, it never feels like enough. *This is a NakedPastor original print: No Goodbye Is Good Enough
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BIAPT @biaptheology.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
📣 Call for Papers – Special edition of the @practicaltheology.bsky.social journal on Adult Theological Education. Click the link for more details: www.biapt.org/wp-content/u... ⏳ Submission deadling is 1st August 2026
We’re excited to announce the Call for Papers for a special edition of the Practical Theology journal.

The special edition: Adult Theological Education, seeks papers related to contemporary issues in adult theological education, such as recruitment issues, funding shortages, technological influences on academic rigor, secularism, ethics, pedagogy, migration, communism, climate crisis, violent extremism, vulnerabilities or power dynamics. Submissions may be original research papers, theological reflections, “soap box” articles, auto/biographical reflections, or poetry.
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BIAPT @biaptheology.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Have you got your ticket for BIAPT 2026 yet? Book by 31 May to benefit from our reduced conference rate ⌛️ Day tickets are also now available to book. Click here for more details: www.biapt.org/event/biapt-...
Poster showing the BIAPT logo, QR code to book, and a background image of hands raised together in a variety of colours. 

Text reads: 
Power and the Common Good
BIAPT ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2026

High Leigh
Hertfordshire
7 - 9 July 2026

Book by 31 May for reduced rate
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Some reviews in the latest edition of Transforming Ministry: The Way Through the Trees outlines the author's own model of faith development alongside others'. 'I advocate setting aside time to reflect in depth' (Lindsay Tanner). Order your copy here: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
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Way Through The Trees An Introduction to Faith Development by Sarah Brush - Paperback / softback - 9780334066644
Buy Way Through The Trees An Introduction to Faith Development by Sarah Brush Paperback / softback from SCM Press - ISBN: 9780334066644
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Well that’s rather kind.
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BIAPT @biaptheology.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Will you be joining us in July for this year's BIAPT Annual Conference at High Leigh, Hertfordshire? Early bird rates on bookings made by 30 April. Concessions and bursaries available. www.biapt.org/event/biapt-...
This is a flyer for the upcoming BIAPT Annual Conference held from 7 - 9 July 2026 at High Leigh in Hertfordshire. Conference speakers inlcude Elizabeth Philips, Raj Bharat Patta, Eric Stoddart and June Boyce-Tillman. The QR code links to the conference booking page.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Good to see that General Synod has finally reinstated the participation of young people. I worked alongside the later disbanded C of E Youth Council & saw their value at Synod both for the Church & the young ppl involved (many have continued to serve the church in various roles) tinyurl.com/mwcje4yv
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General Synod welcomes new Youth Representatives | The Church of England
Motion finalises 2025 commitment to amplify young adults’ voices in decision making
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Ok folks, so later this year I am teaching Church History & one task I set students is to put a series of church events in order. I have 50 events which I am considering revising. So... what would be your top 5 events in Christian History (after the events recorded in the Bible). GO!
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Earth & Altar @earthandaltarmag.com · 22/01/2026
Earth & Altar + SSJE are launching a new collaboration: A Silent Rebellion — an every other week series featuring writings from Anglican religious orders. Reflections on community life, kindness, commitment, and the freedom found in limitation—rooted in vowed life, offered for the whole church.
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A Silent Rebellion — Earth and Altar
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Trending Hashtags @toptags.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
🚀 BlueSky trending hashtags (15m): #art #cryptstatic #clergymaltclub #oc #nsfw #furry #furryart #christmas #thegrinch #gay #東方project #aewdynamite #aew #merrychristmas #ブルアカ
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Happy Christmas from Gloucester one and all! #clergymaltclub
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Helen King @helenking.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
Mandy Ford, Dean of Bristol Cathedral, speaks out! “Where, among our bishops, are those with the courage to act from love, who are willing to risk the breaking in of the Kingdom?“ togethercofe.org.uk/dean-of-bris...
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Dean of Bristol sends message to the Bishops – Together for the Church of England
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Larry the Cat @number10cat.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a partridge in a pear tree. Ate it.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Yesterday I was honoured to be made an honorary canon of Gloucester Cathedral. The bishop described the role as an ambassador between the diocese & the cathedral. I was touched that both former & current students came to support me along with my CGH team Alison & Nigel, Bp Humphrey & good friends.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Thank you to everyone who has bought my new book and for the kind comments about it. If anyone has bought it and is willing to put a review on Amazon, I’d really appreciate it as it helps with the algorithm. @scmpress.bsky.social scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
À real joy to see faces old and new at my book signing today. Thank you all for coming! We planted a tree then had cake and hot drinks by the fire in the Common Room. @scmpress.bsky.social
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Calling all educators! Are you involved in delivering education in theology/biblical studies/religious studies etc? Librarians, this includes you! We want your feedback on our books - and there's a prize draw to enter at the end. Survey closes 2nd January. Click here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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SCM Press survey Nov 2025: textbooks and educational resources
We would like to find out how our publishing is working in terms of serving educators in theology and related disciplines and their students at all levels. If you are involved in delivering theologic...
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
@docbrush.bsky.social @drkatiecross.bsky.social @karenod.bsky.social @douggay.bsky.social @mthrjo.bsky.social @marika.bsky.social @bntsoc.bsky.social @proffrancesca.bsky.social @dlclough.bsky.social @queens.ac.uk @methodist.org.uk @uoedivinity.bsky.social If you'd be so kind as to share - thanks!
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Charlotte Lydia Riley @lottelydia.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
this sort of thing makes me feel sincerely that we have fallen from grace as a civilisation
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Also pleased to announce we are extending the introductory offer for The Way Through The Trees by @docbrush.bsky.social - it will be held at £25 until the end of 2025 Grab your copy here: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033... bsky.app/profile/docb...
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Way Through The Trees An Introduction to Faith Development by Sarah Brush - Paperback / softback - 9780334066644
Buy Way Through The Trees An Introduction to Faith Development by Sarah Brush Paperback / softback from SCM Press - ISBN: 9780334066644
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Exciting to get my hands on physical copies of my new book! Thank you @scmpress.bsky.social
A picture of author Sarah Brush holding her new book The Way through the Trees
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Oooh my copies should be with me in a few days apparently
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Did someone say new book day?! @docbrush.bsky.social
A fan of four paperback books from SCM Press: The Way Through The Trees by Sarah Brush, Christian Women at University by Jenny Morgans, Growing Together in Faith by Emma L Parker and Sarah Strand, Decomposing Holy Ground by Emma Lietz Bilecky.
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Simon Pegg @simonpegg.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
"Parking is such sweet sorrow"
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Lino cut project for my choir’s special Christmas composition. A simple form for the cover of the new Carol and a deluxe edition to go with it
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Excited to share the details of the launch for @docbrush.bsky.social's new book, The Way Through The Trees, at Ripon College Cuddesdon on Friday 14th November. Please RSVP to the college with the details on the flyer below/in the alt text.
Flyer advertising the book launch of The Way Through The Trees by Sarah Brush, at Ripon College Cuddesdon on Friday 14th November 2025. 
Join us to celebrate the launch of
Sarah Brush’s exciting new book about
faith development models that also
outlines her own tree-based metaphor.
Ripon College Cuddesdon OX44 9EX
3pm for Tree planting
3.30pm for Tea, cake and a chance to
chat to the author and buy a signed copy
Limited edition lino-print bookmarks free
with every book purchased at the book launch
How to register: email Sophie at enquiries@rcc.ac.uk
or phone 01865 874404 for Ripon College Reception
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Come along to my book launch next month!
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megatronmumma.bsky.social @megatronmumma.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Leaf cellular structure model at Sparsholt College today! How many parts can we all remember from our O Level or GCSE Biology lessons?! #palisademesophyll #spongymesophyll #stomata #waxycuticle #guardcells #chloroplast #hortigeek #plants #plantbiology
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
NEW on the SCM Press blog: Sarah Brush reflects on the changing of the seasons scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/blog/the-cha...
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The changing of the seasons
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
It's October, and we have FOUR new books out this month! Here's the first: Jenny Morgans' Christian Women at University, uncovering the resources and strategies Christian women employ in trying to feel at home at university. 20% off all orders this month: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
The front cover of Christian Women at University: Faith, Feminism and Feeling at Home by Jenny Morgans. The endorsement quote form Dr Nicola Slee reads: Jenny Morgans' impressive study conveys wide and deep knowledge of young women's transition to university and the impact of this on their identity and faith. There is authority in her account of this complex transition, borne out of her research and work as a university chaplain. Every page is thick with learning, yet it is carried lightly and it makes for a compelling read. I cannot speak too highly of it.
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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Acorn palette, late September 2025
A collection of ripening acorns arranged so their colours shift gently on a buff coloured linen background with a calligraphy label
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
And last but by no means least, @docbrush.bsky.social presents her model of faith development, one of continuing discipleship, along with outlines and analysis of existing models in The Way Through The Trees: An Introduction to Faith Development. Order here: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
The front cover of The Way Through The Trees by Sarah Brush.
There is an endorsement quote alongside, which reads: Sarah Brush proves herself to be an adept, playful, creative and generative guide to the geography of faith development theories and styles. The genius of this book is the independence of her judgment, the clarity of her analysis and the playfulness with which she invites her reader into exploring how this landscape might excite, nurture and grow faith … practical theology at its very best.
This is a quote from James Woodward, Principal of Sarum College.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 21/09/2025
Excellent geeky thread on Churchwarden and the carrying of wands.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
This is very exciting!
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Next up is Sara Taylor on Deficit Discipleship, how we reflect on class, young people and the Church. #CommonAwardsConference
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Dr Francis Young @drfrancisyoung.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
I’d heard rumours that a Playmobil Cistercian monk was a thing that existed, and I can now confirm those rumours are TRUE. It’s not easy to get hold of tho - a special limited edition for Eberbach Abbey
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SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
It's that time again - yep, the SUMMER SALE! 🎉 Check out many bargains on our books at scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/features/sum... while stocks last 😎
Summer Sale Now On - a banner in yellow
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Fascinating research finding from Meg Prowting of the Methodist church: most church young people wouldn’t feel able to invite their friends to church for fear of bad welcome and worship experience while most non church young adults would say yes if invited to go to church! #CommonAwardsConference
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Heading home with a soundtrack for the journey from the Playlisting workshop. BIAPT2025 you’ve been fab.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
I wish Stephen all the best as he takes on the role of chair of BIAPT. It has brought me real joy (and occasional challenge) and I am confident he will bring a great deal to our association.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
A stellar keynote panel from Dotha Blackwood, Nicola Slee and @woodwardjames.bsky.social chaired by the excellent Anna Creedon. We learned about faith and ageing and how to honour those born earlier. @biaptheology.bsky.social
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
It has been such a joy to have @jayhulmepoet.bsky.social as our conference poet at @biaptheology.bsky.social this week bringing beautiful poetry about liminality, change, death and obscure saints.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Last night we reinstated a @biaptheology.bsky.social tradition - the conference photo. We didn’t quite have everyone. This has been a great week and a wonderful way to bow out as Chair. Thank you all for your contributions.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
A joyful workshop at BIAPT sharing my Faith Development model. It saddens me that so many people have had the words “You can’t…” spoken over them by art teachers (or music teachers). I believe in a Creator God who created creatures for co-creation. “You can be creative.”
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
@biaptheology.bsky.social Conference day two kicks off for me with a fab workshop on Playlisting the Life Cycle with Hannah Buckley and Stephen Roberts based on autoethnographic work on sharing playlists they each created for a long road trip.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
When your favourite living poet reads your favourite poem. A great day!
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
And we’re started with @biaptheology.bsky.social Just done my chair’s welcome and now Jay Hulme our conference poet is sharing some wonderful wisdom on obscure saints and death as part life.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Joining the ProfDoc students conference for their keynote from the epic Nicola Slee and already feeling really buoyed up by the BIAPT community and all these wonderful people talking about the research drawn from and inspiring their ministerial practice.
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Clergy Support Trust @clergysupport.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Did you know we offer coaching sessions to clergy households? 🤝 "These sessions are the best gift I've had in 35 years of ordained life!" Our coaches are experienced having conversations about ministry, and have supported many clergy and their families. www.clergysupport.org.uk/coaching
White letters are pinned against a black board. Text reads: Difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations.
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Sarah Brush @docbrush.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
My academic Tudor bonnet gets its annual outing.
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