It was wonderful to spend time chatting with Polly about faith, her calling as a nurse, family, and generally putting the world to rights in this relaxed and fun episode. Sit back, relax and enjoy, as we talk about growing up split between two

Creation to Crib: Adoption, Calling and Creativity with Rev Dave

Jul 21st, 2021 42m

In this episode Rev Dave Sims talks to me about his faith, life as a geography teacher, a calling to ordained ministry, adopting 3 beautiful children and living life to the full with his amazing wife Kimberley and alongside Jesus. Check out Cre

With Archdeacon Dorrien Davies

May 12th, 2021 59m 4s

In todays episode, Archdeacon Dorrien shares his wisdom and insight from 33+ years of ministry. We discuss the significance of the resurrection, the importance of prayer and the reality of ministry in the 21st Century. If you've always wanted t

Seeds of Devotion with Roger Butts

Apr 28th, 2021 37m 9s

Enjoy this chilled but devoted episode where Roger Butts talks to Revd Sophie about his faith, about how Jesus has always been a part of his life even when he didn't feel as though christianity was for him. Roger talks about his book Seeds of d

Agatha Christie & Faith with Archdeacon Paul Mackness

Apr 14th, 2021 49m 41s

In this episode, I talk with Archdeacon of St Davids, Venerable Paul Mackness. Archdeacon Paul is a huge fan of Agatha Christie, and talks about her faith, the book that he has written about her, and the way that her writing has been so influen

Calling, Crochet & Children: With Revd Emma Swarbrick

Mar 31st, 2021 58m

It is always a privilege to hear a persons story of faith. Emmas story is no different, the ups and downs of life, mixed with a deep sense of calling to both the priesthood and to motherhood. Emma speaks openly and honestly, with humility and h

With Father Nicholas Amato

Mar 17th, 2021 46m 36s

Father Nicholas Amato is a Catholic Priest based in the United States, and is one of a team of people who lead an Evangelical yet Catholic Mega Church in America. He has written four books the details of which are below, is retired and yet cont

The Importance of Prayer

Feb 17th, 2021 35m 34s

Join me with Revd Delyth Richards and Revd Carys Hamilton as we discuss the importance of prayer. Prayer is so simple, and yet we find it so hard. In this podcast we talk about what prayer is, how and where we "do" prayer both on our own and co

CREATION SUNDAY SPECIAL: With Bishop Joanna Penberthy, Father Neil Hook & Revd Marcus Zipperlen

Feb 3rd, 2021 56m 37s

A CREATION SUNDAY SPECIAL: Join me, and my special guests Revd Marcus Zipperlen, Father Neil Hook and Bishop Joanna Penberthy as we look at Colossians 1:15-20, how Jesus is central to creation, how we are called to steward creation, and how imp

Trophies of Grace: Gods Faithfulness throughout Life & Loss

Feb 3rd, 2021 42m 48s

Revd Michelle Taylor whilst baptised as a child, didn't grow up in a house of faith, but she always had a relationship with God even before she knew it. God has always been faithful to Michelle and has always had his call on her life. In this p

Motherhood, Priesthood and Humility with Revd Dr Helen Collins

Jan 20th, 2021 43m 21s

A brilliant start to the new year, as Revd Dr Helen Collins joins me on Sackcloth & Coffee to tell us her story and journey with Jesus. Join us as we discuss what it means to follow Jesus, speaking honestly about how motherhood changes how we w

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Dec 9th, 2020 1h 6m

Join us, for this last Sackcloth & Coffee of 2020. An hour with Revd Sophie and Nicola Davies talking about all things Christmas. Join us for a bit of festive fun as we reflect on Christmas and what it means to us. The traditions we keep, the s

With Richard Mayhew from the Nazareth Trust.

Dec 2nd, 2020 52m 3s

In this Advent/Christmas special, as we think about the coming of our Lord Jesus, Richard and I talk about the journey he has shared with Jesus, and how that has lead him to be CEO with the Nazareth Trust, an organisation that has been healing

OUT OF CONTROL: With Natalie Collins

Nov 25th, 2020 2h 9m

OUT OF CONTROL: Couples, Conflict and the Capacity for Change, the title of Natalie Collins new book (Triggers include, domestic and sexual abuse). In this episode, I talk to Natalie about her journey with Jesus, growing up in a very conservati

With Revd Cei Rees

Nov 18th, 2020 35m 8s

Oh my, this episode was an absolute hoot to record. Rev Cei is so much fun. From a school child faith, to finding hanging in bus stops with his mates more exciting than going to church, Rev Cei describes his faith journey as typical, when as a

Armistice Day 2020: Special with Rev Gavin Smith

Nov 11th, 2020 52m 48s

This Armistice Day I speak with Rev Gavin Smith, Padre or Chaplain to the 160th Welsh Brigade. In it we talk about his journey to re finding Jesus, in some unlikely circumstances. We talk about Gavins call to ordained ministry and how that led

With Rev Gareth Reid

Nov 4th, 2020 1h 5m

In this episode I talk with Rev Gareth Reid about his faith journey, about growing up and studying in Aberystwyth, about working for the Salvation Army, getting married, and embarking on a journey to ordination. Support the show (https://paypal

With Sally Williams

Oct 28th, 2020 35m 45s

In this episode Rev Sophie talks to Sally about being adopted, about church as a child, and how faith changes and grows with age. They talk about identity, knowing where you come from, about value and worth, and how your identity is not about w

Life before & after Domestic Abuse

Oct 14th, 2020 1h 14m

A heart wrenching, deeply personal account of life, before, during and after Domestic Abuse. Jenny had never heard the term domestic abuse, and didn't know that she was not alone. Her childhood was so drastically different from the abusive rela

With Amy & Andrew Desborough

Oct 7th, 2020 35m 49s

Today I talk with Amy and Andrew about their growing faith, and how whilst they both have always had a faith, how its changed from a Sunday school faith, to a faith where they both feel they can question, explore and ask things of God they prev

With Sam Scadden

Sep 30th, 2020 52m 31s

This week, Sam talks to me about how his faith is important in all he does. He talks about his passion for helping people see who Jesus is, and how Jesus can make a difference in your life. From growing up in a christian household, to not reall

Bonus

SPECIAL CREATIONTIDE EDITION - The Gift of Water

Sep 24th, 2020 39m 11s

This week, we talk about water and how intrinsic it is to all life. We talk about how we can begin to address the problem by doing the little things around the home, and we discuss why it is vital that we all play our part. #seasonsofcreation #

With Amanda Coombe

Sep 23rd, 2020 30m 35s

In this weeks episode with Children & Youth worker Amanda Coombe, we talk about how Jesus has always been a constant in Amandas life. About changing from school teacher to children and youth worker for the Church in Wales, and how God has found

Bonus

SPECIAL CREATIONTIDE EDITION - There is enough for our need, not our greed!

Sep 17th, 2020 53m 16s

This weeks special talks about how there is enough for everyone, if we all share our resources and value skill and what a person gives to society rather than how much money that person can earn. Support the show (https://paypal.me/SophieWhitmar

With Rev Marcus Zipperlen

Sep 16th, 2020 46m 14s

In this episode I talk to Rev Marcus about his journey from Atheist, to Environmental Scientist, to Priest in the church in Wales. Rev Marcus talks about his relationship with God and his love for Gods creation. Support the show (https://paypal