Grace @GraceREThomas Twitter profile

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Grace

1 year

God, grant me the serenity to tweet and engage in constructive, helpful and kind ways, the restraint to step away from trolls and unhelpful interactions, and the wisdom to know the difference Amen #TwitterSerenityPrayer

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@GraceREThomas

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Please don't do this Even if there's nothing behind your decision to sit next to me on an otherwise empty bus, it immediately puts me on edge I can't be alone in this, surely

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1 month

Ps was in my gym gear, not wearing my collar, so he wasn't sitting next to me for a chat about something having seen my collar- which has happened before and which I am happy to do

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@Hillywigs I'm genuinely fine, dont worry x It's just so unnecessary and invasive. And the number of people sharing how they have felt uncomfortable on public transport shows how much we have to get this sorted

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30 days

@haylesinnvrlnd This makes me sad and I totally get it. My daughter avoided public transport whenever she could for a long time for similar reasons. I'm a big advocate for greener travel/public transport so this stuff really annoys me on a number of levels. Women should be able to feel safe

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@GraceREThomas

30 days

@RevRach Was tricky to move but got off the bus a couple of stops early- the way the bus loops in the city centre means it didn't affect my onward journey too much

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

She was walking home 💔 #SabinaNessa (Poem written by my daughter, aged 18 at the time)

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@GraceREThomas

11 months

Some news...

Manchester Cathedral

@ManCathedral

11 months

We are delighted to announce the appointment of the @GraceREThomas as Minor Canon (Missioner). @deanroggovender said: “I know Manchester Cathedral & will be enriched by the passion and strengths she will bring." Read more:

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@GraceREThomas

6 years

*Laughs out loud*. *Suddenly has a thought* *Checks I have put the right names on my dissertation submission* *Realises this is another thing now that I will now be checking continuously* #deadlinelooming #studentlife

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6 years

A series of unfortunate events:

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

If I described the weather as 'muggy' how many of you would know what I meant? 24 year old son was completely baffled 🤣

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

As there are, once again, changes afoot for churches, I have one plea... Most church leaders, lay & ordained, have been trying their best and working very hard to do what they hope is right. This will continue in the weeks to come Lets all try to #bekind to one another Please

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Dear random van driver at the traffic lights - it isn't 'a bit undignified' for a 'lady vicar like me' to be cycling. That is all.

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@GraceREThomas

8 months

Friends, as many of you know, I'm leaving my current parish post to take up a new role @ManCathedral My licensing will be during the main service at the Cathedral on Sun 1st Oct at 10.30am If you're able to come, I'd love to see you there. And prayers very much appreciated!

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@ManCathedral

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We are delighted to announce the appointment of the @GraceREThomas as Minor Canon (Missioner). @deanroggovender said: “I know Manchester Cathedral & will be enriched by the passion and strengths she will bring." Read more:

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@GraceREThomas

3 months

'We badly need you to help us care for our loved ones, but we will ban you from living with your loved ones' Utterly inhumane and unjust

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@JamesCleverly

3 months

Today in Parliament we have laid an order to ban overseas care workers from bringing dependants. This is just one part of our plan to deliver the biggest-ever cut in migration 👇

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers (Heb 13:2) Do not oppress a foreigner (Ex 23:9) For I was hungry & you gave me something to eat...I was a stranger and you invited me in (Mat 25:35) Love. Your. Neighbour. #RefugeesWelcome #RefugeesWelcome #RefugeesWelcome

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@GraceREThomas

8 months

Such a joy to have been the Vicar of Clifton. I leave having gained so much My last act was to baptise a 10yr old who, when I asked whether he wanted to be baptised, jokingly pretended to think before enthusiastically saying YES! What a way to end an incumbency ❤️

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@GraceREThomas

9 months

'MUM' my 15yr old shouts from upstairs 'MUM, you've got to come NOW' I rush upstairs, wondering what's happened 'I just wanted you to see this' ❤️

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

The lights turn green and I cycle off, the rain tipping down, but my heart a little lighter #ClergyWhoCycle #Cycling #Bike

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

My priesting stole is ready and I'm totes emosh. This wonderful woman, Mags, has created an item of beauty which I'll treasure forever. Made using my wedding dress & backed/embellished with recycled scraps. So indebted to her for the idea & talent #priest #ordination #EcoStole

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@GraceREThomas

30 days

@ManDioGF_PM I have- had a good gym session to burn off some of the frustration

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

Not my normal clerical colour for a funeral, but today I am taking the service for a wonderful woman who was 99 years young, lived her life to the full and loved the colour pink 💗 #Vicar #Priest #FuneralMinistry

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Fyi I love #ShineJesusShine Yep. I even clap.

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

Yesterday, after the service, I had two burials of ashes and a number of things to sort out. In the midst of this, my church warden found me, presented me with a cuppa, looked at me knowingly and said 'don't burnout, Grace' And this is why church wardens rock.

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

Early start today talking about one of my favourite bits of my role on @BBCBreakfast - celebrating weddings! Great to be able to talk about how fabulous all weddings are and how churches are very special venues for such occasions! #LoveDoingWeddings #VicarLife

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Shared with permission My 18 year old daughter wrote this and sent it to me today I yearn for the day when the streets feel safe for my daughters and sisters everywhere

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@GraceREThomas

29 days

On *that* tweet, which I've muted Thanks for the support-sorry if you got piled on Awful to hear the many stories of assault and intrusion on public transport *Everyone* should feel safe and be free from unnecessary/unwelcome intrusion of personal space We've a long way to go

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

11yr old daughter today: 'Next time I'm at football & I do something I'm happy about, I'm going to stand like that American player did' Thank you #MeganRapinoe for being a fantastic role model & showing girls how they can stand tall & achieve #ThisGirlCan #WomenInSport #FIFAWWC

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@GraceREThomas

30 days

Hello new followers 👋🏽 Jesus loves you Love your neighbour Take care of this beautiful world Blessed are the peacemakers

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Me: I'll take my lunch break and watch the new #VicarOfDibley Me 10mins later: 😭💔 'I believe in eternal life in heaven. I also believe in eternal life on Earth, because those who die are eternally here, alive in our memories & in who we are because of how they changed us' 😭

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

Waiting on my bike at the red lights on a main street in Salford. A van pulls up beside me and the window slides down My heart beats a little faster Am I about to be sworn at/shouted at? A regular occurrence, sadly 'Hey...' the driver shouts I take a deep breath 1/3

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@GraceREThomas

6 years

It's been quite a day. Lots of emotion, lots of thanks to so many who have supported me on this journey. My favourite picture of the day- with my hubby, bro-in-law and father-in-law. Four Reverend Thomases from the same family, all in @DioManchester #NewRevs #thankful

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

Shoutout today for gravediggers - out in all weathers, preparing the resting place for many loved ones I asked ours this weekend whether he could still dig as planned, given the frozen ground. He smiled and shrugged and said this was nothing Legend #Gratitude

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

We all know that there are eleventy thousand days in January. Imagine what it's like having your birthday on Feb 1st!?! Feels like it's never going to arrive! But it has, and I have a delivery of vegan Krispy Kremes due in the hour, so all is good 🎉🎉 #HappyBirthdayToMe

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@GraceREThomas

11 months

Recent interaction in a cafe Me: gives order Staff member: Is that dog collar....real? Me: Yes! I'm a vicar Staff member (incredulously): You're a...vicar?! As in...CofE? Me: Yes Staff member:...sorry...that's thrown me...can you tell me your order again...?!? 🤣 #TrueStory

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@GraceREThomas

2 months

15 yrs ago, I sat in @durhamcathedral praying. I felt called to priesthood but was overwhelmed at the thought of it I opened the bible at the Exodus reading we had in MP today, where Moses asks 'who am I to do this' God replied 'I will be with you' Thanks be to God 🙏🏽

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Aaaannnnnddd relax! Cheers everyone and a Happy Easter to you all 🥂

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

As I have often thought in times of grief, or when attending/conducting funerals, today I have once again been reminded of The importance of ritual The beauty of liturgy The power of calm, slow speech The potency of silence The richness of hymnody and psalmody #Grief #Funerals

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

Imma off to get licensed... #LicensedToVicar #NotGotTheSameRingToIt #PriestLife

StEdsandStJames

@stedsandstjames

2 years

Tonight, @GraceREThomas is being licensed as incumbent in the parish of Clifton @DioManchester . A number of church members are going to support her, and we all are holding Grace and her family, in our prayers.

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

You know that feeling you get when you finish a really, really good book? That sense of deep satisfaction combined with a tinge of sorrow as you turn over the final page? That's how I feel right now #HappyValley #HappyValleyFinale

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@GraceREThomas

2 months

Youngest (16y) is leading intercessions in her church this Sunday for the first time. The care and thoughtfulness with which she is approaching writing them is precious❤️ Whilst some may decline, inviting young people to participate and lead can be transformational for all

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@GraceREThomas

8 months

@AngelaTilby Allegations of abuse of power and serious sexual assault are not trivial. Its very, very disappointing to see a CofE priest with a large platform suggest otherwise

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

Confession time. Currently self isolating whilst waiting for the results of my daughter's Covid test. Have attended a conference & filmed the sermon for tomorrow in a very fetching clergy top/pyjama bottom ensemble #Fact (PS would appreciate any prayers for daughters situation)

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

Just watched @BBCSoP and @revkatebottley talking about her faith & ministry 'I don't know why terrible things happen, but I do believe that somehow, in the depths of our despair & pain, God is it in with us. And perhaps our role is to help others to see that' Amen and thank you

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

I am the kind of vicar who deeply yearns to keep #HolySaturday as a time of silence & reflection I'm also the kind of vicar who, today, donned bunny ears, energetically danced at the front of church to God Can Do Anything and ate many, many Jammy Dodgers So, it's complicated 🙂

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

When you are away from home, presiding at an early morning Eucharist and you realise that you forgot to bring a collar 🤦🏽‍♀️ #PriestLife

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

Dear world, Would it be possible that, when my girls (both under 18) go out for exercise during #lockdown , they are not wolf-whistled or objectified in any way? They just want to ride their bikes in peace Thank you, Fed up mother P.S this actually applies at ALL times

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@GraceREThomas

9 months

Maybe because she turns 16 tomorrow, I just remembered when we started a new church with youngest less than a month old I sat at the back, breastfeeding her. During the peace the vicar* came to check I was OK and if I needed a drink of water ❤️ *she's now a Bishop btw #Welcome

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Supporting a parishioner on a prison visit today. It's the first time he has seen his son all year. If you are the praying sort, do keep prisoners in your prayers-the pandemic and restrictions have been extremely tough on them #Prayers #Compassion

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

When life throws me lemons, sometimes I have no capacity to make lemonade. So, I let them rot on the compost heap, resting in the hope that, in time, something good and new may emerge from the dirt.

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Friends, my amazing eldest has just passed his final exam, meaning he has the qualifications of a chartered accountant! I'm sooo proud and delighted 🎉🎉 #ProudMotherMoment

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Just listened to this great Desert Island Discs episode with @nazirafzal . Listening to him talking about the vital work he has done supporting women and girls, such as in 'honour' killings and grooming, was very moving What a soundtrack as well!!

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

What kind of fresh hell is this?!?!?

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

'Awful weather today for cycling, isn't it?' I turn and he's smiling. With deep relief I smile back & agree 'You're not going far, are you?' He continues 'Just to the cathedral' He sees my collar 'Oh, you're a vicar. Can you pray for me? Tricky meeting later' 'Sure' I reply

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

My youngest becomes a teenager today. My first child became a teenager in 2009, and, since then, I've had at least one teenager in the house, and will continue to do so, until 2027. I am more than qualified to be a UN peace negotiator. #JustSaying

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

Today, I'm preaching twice about grace. Which is difficult when you're called Grace. I always emphasise I'm not talking in the 3rd person -otherwise phrases like 'grace is dangerous' and 'grace will give you more than you could ever deserve' could be misinterpreted! #CurateLife

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@GraceREThomas

6 years

On a more sensible note, very aware of all the emergency services, health professionals and support staff who will be working through the night as we party. Each and every one of you is a legend #ThankYou #MerryXmasNHS #MerryXmasEmergencyServices

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

We should show compassion to people fleeing war, poverty, persecution, climate change etc NOT because of what they've done for us NOT because of what they may do for us BUT because they're our siblings- our family- in need of sanctuary & care and we can help #RefugeesWelcome

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

Yesterday was an overwhelming reminder of God's love & the blessing of ministry. Few pics - youngest was on school residential, middle child consented to ONLY ONE pic & hubby was busy gathering my gifts! #Priest #ordinations2019 #ClergyCouple #ClergyFamily #MinistryMum

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@GraceREThomas

8 months

When you get on the bus to head towards your licensing @ManCathedral and you bump into one of the vergers there, too! He's doing a good job of allaying my nerves!

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

Seriously?! The @EveningStandard apparently finds it 'bizarre' that the Real Easter Egg has a booklet about Jesus to 'celebrate the real meaning of Easter' - their quotation marks!! Its almost as if Easter isn't just about chocolate and bunnies.....

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"Bizarrely"

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

'Fun' fact for my vicary/church friends struggling with the 'Spring Forward' today Next year it falls on Easter Day... #BritishSummerTime

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

When eating out, I cannot emphasise these 2 points enough: Pies of the savoury variety need to be served with gravy (a side jug is acceptable) Pudding with custard needs to be served in a (deep) bowl, regardless of how trendy your square plates are As you were #NorthernLass

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

So many feelings right now.... #PriestLife #MovingOn #HappySad

StEdsandStJames

@stedsandstjames

3 years

ANNOUNCEMENT: We're delighted to announce the appointment of the Revd Grace Thomas as incumbent of the parish of Clifton. Grace says 'I've been hugely blessed during my curacy. I'm full of gratitude for the love, support & encouragement I've received' Full statement on Facebook

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

FYI, you can move the 'boxes' on Zoom. So, for example, in big meetings where you may be presenting and are a bit nervous, you can arrange to have people on the 1st screen whose presence will help reassure you Just a lil trick that came to mind today for no particular reason ;)

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

I imagine there are quite a few new incumbents like me who are on the cusp of their 1st Lent/Holy Week/Easter, without significant covid restrictions, as a priest A realisation that came to me whilst making ash and wondering why it all felt so new & huge It's quite a thing

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@GraceREThomas

8 months

What an absolute joy this morning was. A heart full of gratitude for everyone's prayers and welcome and the generosity of God ❤️

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8 months

Delighted to be @ManCathedral @DioManchester to License @GraceREThomas as Minor Canon & Cathedral Missioner with great rejoicing. Prayers for Grace, for the Cathedral & it’s ministry.

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

My 15yr old daughter is *ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTED* that we are getting the bus together to school/work on Christmas jumper day @LKCManchester

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

So, 20 years ago today this happened ❤️🎉

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@GraceREThomas

5 months

A rare Sunday at my lovely husband's church. Grateful for the opportunity to preach here today and share worship alongside him. Wishing you all a blessed Sunday 🙏🏽

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

@NatSecSoc Like most key workers, despite the fact that my husband &I are priests, we won't send our child in to school. Some really have to & its important they can, but please don't assume we, as a group, are not heeding the advice given to keep our children at home unless necessary 2/2

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

My kids think I'm weird. This closed chapel is on a hill, up a single track path. With graves from the 1600s, I imagine it was once a significant presence.I love such places-there's a sense of peace in somewhere that's been place of faithful prayer. Tell me I'm not alone in this!

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

Lovely #PalmSunday in church Best bit was 6 yr old D who not only led prayers (in pic, posted with permission) but was the only one who put his hand up when I asked what 'Hosanna' meant, and answered correctly- he had learnt it in RE this week! Future leader right there

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

I received an email from a 72yr old congregant likely to end up in #coronavirus #selfisolation , with a list of things she felt would be helpful. She was happy for me to share and its so helpful to take advice from people who will be directly affected 1/

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Sitting in a sleeping house, having watched the Easter 'sunrise' with an Easter Egg breakfast, and the Stone Roses has just come on t'radio (cheers @revkatebottley and @jasonmohammad !). Perfect start to the day. #Easter #ChristIsRisen

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

@JamesMelville Serena Williams. Absolute legend in so many ways

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

A year ago today I was licensed as Vicar of Clifton #Salford What an incredible year it's been. Parish ministry is such a gift #LoveMyJob #VicarLife #ParishPriest

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

Imma off to get licensed... #LicensedToVicar #NotGotTheSameRingToIt #PriestLife

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

So, my pilgrimage to #Rome has begun! Overnight coach to London (not great), next stop, Brussels. Then to Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Munich, Bologna and Rome! Hopefully some more picturesque images to follow... #Train #FlightFree

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

25 yrs ago today my mum died. At the time, I was too much of a self centred teen to appreciate everything she did and was. If she were here now, there's so much I'd say to her, but mostly just 'thank you' and 'I love you'. If you have someone like this in your life-tell them ❤️

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

It's been a brilliant, inspiring day at the @CClimateAction training day @stedsandstjames AND @hannahmmalcolm and I got to be T-shirt twins 😂

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

Teen: Mum, you should treat yourself before your 'vicar thing'. You *never* get your nails done Me: What a lovely idea! Teen: I'll come with you, it'll be fun! Me: <Happy mother face> Teen: Oh, whilst we're there, I might as well get mine done... Me: <Penny drops> #BankOfMum

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Hot off the press! Delighted to have copies of this @GroveBooks book, cowritten with @hellomarkC , outlining how we believe #ClimateAction is integral to mission. Hopefully helpful for exploring what climate action is, reviewing mission plans, teaching/studying mission etc etc!

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@GraceREThomas

6 months

When I was a totally skint teen mum I was shown many acts of kindness Friends filled my fridge, my childminder knocked chunks off her bill etc etc I'll never forget. I know I'm only where I am because of the love & generosity of others This is how we make for better futures ❤️

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2 years

To all my LGBT+ siblings in Christ I am so sorry I am so sorry that the church continues to be a source of pain and hurt I believe deeply that you are loved, valued & cherished by God just as you are I will continue to pray for justice, full equality & inclusion #LoveIsLove

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

@IanWright0 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 At primary school my daughter was told that only boys could play football on the playground. She didnt give up and now plays in a girls league, as a tenacious goalie in a fabulous team, and she loves it. Equal access to the sport should be a given #LetGirlsPlay

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

#AshWednesday

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

Only read *that* 'pastoral' statement late last night I'm so sad Sad for the deep pain that many sisters & brothers carry Sad about the lack of love & grace Standing in solidarity and praying for all who are hurting today It's not enough, I know, and I'm sorry 💔 #LoveIsLove

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

Hubby is out of isolation today and by some miracle (aka #BoosterJab ) the rest of us have remained #Covid free! This means our eldest can finally come round & we're having a celebratory 2nd #Christmas dinner 🍾 🎉 #MerryChristmas

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Well, FYI will be up having a brew and a warmed mince pie for brekkie tomorrow before joining the fabulous @revkatebottley and @jasonmohammad on @BBCRadio2 Pause For Thought at about 6.40am. Dont worry if you can't face the early morning, you can always catch up later!

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@GraceREThomas

5 years

It's #Pentecost , people! Red top ☑️ Birthday cake ☑️ Sermon about the magnificent, inclusive, transformative wonder of the Holy Spirit ☑️ Slightly dodgy Friends clip lined up to make tenous point ☑️ Bring. It. on. #ComeHolySpirit #ThyKingdomCome

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

Everyone needs a Training Incumbent who is both friend and colleague, who is endlessly patient, who encourages and enables you, and, most importantly, who you know you can go to for support. I've been very blessed these past 3 years #CurateLife #MovingOn

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Now, I realise that this is the third Sunday in a row that I have tweeted a pic of my outfit. I promise it will be the last, my wardrobe really isn't that interesting. But, could I wear any other T-shirt today, I ask you?! #AdventFour #Mary #Magnificat #CastDownTheMighty

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@GraceREThomas

11 months

Well, it's been a while since I've been called a 'fake vicar' on here I can assure all who care that I am, in fact, very much real 🤣

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@GraceREThomas

2 months

We sit down with tears And call to you in your tomb Rest gently, gently rest Over 800 people in @ManCathedral to hear St Matthew's Passion sung in the most beautiful way An incredibly powerful end to #GoodFriday @ManchesterBaro1

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@GraceREThomas

2 years

<niche vicar response> Until, on Ash Wednesday, you realise that, with a pringles lid, they make the most excellent ash containers

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@garethlpowell

2 years

I don't know who needs to hear it, but you'll never use those little glass ramekins you're saving from those posh deserts. They're just going to clutter up your cupboards.

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

My youngest daughter thanked me for raising her to be 'so kickass' in her card to me this weekend. #ParentingGoals

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@GraceREThomas

1 year

Once again for the people at the back 'Casual' racism is never 'casual' to those on the receiving end

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@GraceREThomas

20 days

Even if I knew the world was going to end tomorrow, I would still try to overturn the tables of injustice today #SermonInATweet

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@GraceREThomas

4 years

Sad day today as I join friends from theological college to say farewell to one of our sisters who trained with us & sadly died in the New Year. May she rest in peace and rise in glory and may her family, friends and all who knew her be sustained & comforted by God's eternal love

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Incredible spirit-filled Easter vigil this evening @ManCathedral - full of such light and celebration! A joy to be with those baptised and confirmed on this special night Thanks be to God! Alleluia Alleluia!

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@GraceREThomas

3 years

Just a tiny little foray into the many opinions being voiced today. Racism is never 'casual' to the person on the receiving end. Ever. #Racism #BlackLivesMatter

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