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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 1h

At this rate Altar Mitty will be Pope by Christmas. Or Santa.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

In front of some water with my dear old friend Francis Wheen.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I'll be presiding and preaching 10am on Sunday at Christ Church, Flamborough. All are welcome. @canadiananglican.bsky.social

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I think I was "tapped on the shoulder" at university by a professor who worked for the security services. My wife says, "In that you could hardly even keep the kids' Christmas presents secret I doubt you'd have made a good spy." Perhaps a very slow horse?

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Three of my grandparents were from a Polish Jewish background but my mum's mum English Anglican going back centuries. Means that between us Wayne and I ......

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Hey Altar Mitty, you forgot Christianity!

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Dentist prepared the crown for my implant today. She was finding the right colour but I was tempted to ask for:

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

First watched this in 2014 and rewatch it every year. It's superb telly, deeply moving, and wonderfully-acted and also gives me a spiritual reboot. It's now on Amazon Prime and I strongly recommend it. Then read about the inspiring lives of all concerned.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

The only time I'll ever be in a movie! www.cineplex.com/movie/giant-...

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Tomorrow at 8.15 and 10am I'm presiding and preaching at St. Luke's, Burlington. All are welcome. @canadiananglican.bsky.social

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

This Sunday I'll be presiding and preaching at St. Luke's, Burlington at 8.15 and 10am. All are welcome.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Millions of "utterly furious" Zionists are now on the march!

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I'm @spursoffical.bsky.social all through but my friends Tom Bell and Craig Forrest are West Ham - Craig was their keeper so has no option! Tom is a church musician and after lunch we went to the cathedral and he played the West Ham song. Well, I suppose Irons fans have to have faith these days.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I just bought new shoes. Rockports. But what I really wanted were the ones from my childhood with a compass or animal tracks underneath. Perfect for when I got lost in the house or wanted to hunt a deer in the kitchen.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

There are days when I feel tired, without energy, despondent about the world. Then I remember that I will be celebrating the eucharist, presiding at the Lord's Supper, consecrating at the altar, and everything changes. Overwhelming, holy privilege.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Mr. Voles is now a Cambridge professor.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Good Lord, I buy my underpants from @marksandspencers.bsky.social! Must be careful next time to choose the right ones.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Now back at my home church, St. Luke's, Burlington, and tomorrow I'm presiding and preaching at both the 8.15 and 10am services. All are welcome.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Committed Christian players from both teams praying together at the end of the game. I once asked a well-known English, Christian player what he prayed before a game. "That all of us, players and officials, will leave the pitch uninjured." Moved my deeply.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

I walk the dog therefore I am. Early every morning. My wife thinks this picture is cute. She must mean Tilly's back.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Every time I see Donald Trump and despair of the USA I watch @jeopardyofficial.bsky.social and my faith in the country is restored.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

We all fail in this - certainly me - but I'm still shocked at how many loudly self identified Christians, liberal as well as conservative, seem to not even make the effort.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Bastille Day! And France play Spain in a World Cup semi-final. Mind you, there were only seven people in the prison when it was liberated in 1789. Four counterfeiters, two psychiatric patients, one aristocrat incarcerated for incest. I wonder if any of them would have made the team today?

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Next two Sundays I'm preaching and presiding at St. Simon's in Oakville. Services 9.30am, address 1450 Litchfield Rd. Love to see you there.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

The play Giant, starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl, ended its Broadway run at the Music Box Theatre a few days ago. Here's hoping it will transfer to Toronto. And a movie. Who will play me?

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Are FIFA president Gianni Infantino and The Hood from Thunderbirds related? Mr. Hood is described as "the world's most dangerous man" but can he make red cards disappear?

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Oh we were good. But it was hard going. I have a blood pressure cuff to test for afib and had to use it several times. I think I died twice.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

The first Sunday of each month I preach and preside at Christ Church, Flamborough. The service begins at 10am and all are welcome.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

This is ridiculous! We all know that Otto the gerbil has far greater football knowledge.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

She's having a couple of teeth out on Monday and it's costing the same as my recent dental implant. Mind you, she's much more diet-conscious than me.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

If the safe word is "Amen" it just won't work.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

In yet another instalment of "It's not antisemitism" here's the delightful young man who told a potential employer that he was "not interested in working for a jew." Blimey, as a priest I better not tell him about my boss!

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

I wonder if it has a trigger warning?

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Giant received four Tony Award nominations this weekend and John Lithgow won for Best Leading Actor. So proud of everybody involved and honoured to be a part of this remarkable drama.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Mum on her wedding day. I never thanked her enough, never appreciated her enough, never understood her enough. I know that might be common and understandable with children but our four aren't like that. Can't deny it - I feel guilt and sorrow, especially as I age. Love you mum. Thank you. xxx

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

I'm on Newstalk 610 CKTB radio every Wednesday at 9.15am with Gene Valaitis. Great fun.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Tilly the Parson Russell got hold of some grapes yesterday. My wife rushed to the vet. Vomiting induced - Tilly, not my wife - and kibble, a dental treat, and two grapes appeared. She seems fine - again, Tilly, not my wife - but a crisis is a crisis.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Just booked our flight and hotel for New York in late March. It's the opening of Giant on Broadway. The play, cast, writer won countless awards in London. John Lithgow continues as Roald Dahl but the actor who plays me is new. Never had this on my list of predictions!

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

This is causing such pain and division. I regard myself as an orthodox Christian, even quite theologically conservative, but I've seen so much authentic Christian love, sacrifice, and commitment in same-sex unions. I pray to God that the Church of England can move forward.

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Rev Michael Coren @revmichaelcoren.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

I'll be presiding and preaching today at St. Luke's, Burlington at 8.15 and 10am - all are welcome.

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