Carleton Etherington

We are much looking forward to singing the first performance of this new setting of Regina Caeli, composed by one of our choral scholars, Marcus Charman.

@Franklin_Graham @realDonaldTrump I’m not convinced that it is quite as simple as this. Does God only protect the rich and powerful? Not much evidence either of luck or the hand of God for those poor school children murdered recently.

After three assassination attempts, some people say that President @realDonaldTrump is one lucky man. I don’t think luck has anything to do with it—I believe it is the hand of God. What do you think?

Dear @SecWar In Denmark, we say that it is perfectly fine not to come to the party if you were not invited. The US did not reach out to its allies, but chose to go to war with Iran without consulting NATO. Now you are scolding us for not showing up — but the reality is that you never invited us. You love to berate Europe and NATO, but you are completely forgetting — or simply do not know — the following: 1. European NATO is rearming and, as agreed, spending more than 2% — that was the target we committed to reaching by 2024, and we are there now. And we are continuing to rearm. 2. You are also forgetting — or do not know — that NATO is a defensive alliance. It has been activated once. That was 25 years ago, when the United States was attacked. Back then, we had a good relationship with one another. We spoke respectfully to each other and we trusted each other. That is what made the United States a superpower — because it had friends it could count on to show up. Now you have repeatedly trashed us, you did not invite us to the party, and yet you are angry that we are not coming. That simply does not make any sense.

@Franklin_Graham @SenSchumer How ironic that the Jesus you claim to follow would no longer be welcome in your country under the corrupt administration you so fervently support. Your Christian nationalism is so far removed from the teachings of Christ. Hatred of others is all I see in these posts. Sad!

Senate Minority Leader @SenSchumer and his socialist Democrats said yesterday that there are two groups that nobody in this country respects—Border Patrol and ICE. He couldn't be more wrong. They have my respect and deep gratitude, and I believe I can speak for millions of Americans who feel the same about these men and women who are protecting our country. Shame on Chuck Schumer and the Democrats—because they created this problem by having open borders under President Biden. It took President @realDonaldTrump to secure the border.

Let’s call this what it is, it’s not just hypocrisy, it’s moral fraud. Franklin Graham had no problem demonizing Barack Obama, a faithful husband, scandal-free, disciplined, educated, Black man, the very embodiment of the “bootstraps” gospel white evangelicals preach about, as some kind of threat, even suggesting that he was antichrist. Yet, the same Graham bows in reverence to Donald Trump, an adjudicated rapist, convicted felon, unrepentant racist, porn star banging, pathological liar, with a trail of infidelity, exploitation, documented racism, and associations with convicted child sex traffickers, and has the caucasity to call him “raised up by God.” That’s not discernment, that’s deception, dishonesty, and disregard for the sacred text he claims to believe. The standard didn’t change, the subject did. Obama’s integrity was dismissed because he was Black. Trump’s corruption is sanctified because he is white and politically useful. Graham isn’t applying scripture, he’s weaponizing it. He ignores sin when it serves power, then quotes the Bible to justify the very wickedness it condemns. That’s not Christianity, that’s idolatry of whiteness, wrapped in religious language and draped in a flag.  This is hypocrisy at its highest level: Calling evil good when it benefits you, and calling good evil when it threatens your power. And then having the audacity to say God said it.

@Franklin_Graham @realDonaldTrump Pathetic! Your unstinting support of this corrupt, narcissistic apology for a president is bewildering. You spend your life telling folk to turn away from sin whilst enthusiastically promoting someone who is causing such damage to the world. Hypocritical does not come close!

Today is #PresidentsDay! As we remember and celebrate the contributions of the many great leaders who have built this nation on the foundation of faith and freedom, join me in praying for President @realDonaldTrump, that God would protect him, guide his steps, and give him wisdom as he leads our country.

@Franklin_Graham This is a complete sham. Every time Trump opens his mouth he makes it abundantly clear that he is no Christian! Both his policies and rhetoric prove he is not remotely interested in bringing your nation to God, but never a word of criticism from you. Disgraceful!

This week, President Trump announced he will be holding a National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving May 17 on the National Mall in DC. There’s nothing our nation could need more than turning to God as we commemorate our 250th anniversary! “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord” (Psalm 33:12). Thank you President @realDonaldTrump.

@Franklin_Graham @realDonaldTrump If you’re a Christian, you might wish to start challenging the corruption of your representatives in Washington. You can’t get more depraved than this.

If you’re a Democrat, you might want to question what your representatives in Washington are spending money on! $240 million in taxpayer dollars spent on transgender testing for rats, mice, and monkeys? You can’t get more depraved than this. Thank you President @realDonaldTrump, @elonmusk, and @DOGE for cutting this out. foxnews.com/politics/gop-s…

@Franklin_Graham The man spreading the most hate is your president, yet you continue to fawn over him and his evil policies. If you truly follow the teachings of Jesus I fail to see how you can support the Republican Party in its present guise.

We are much looking forward to this. Music by Palestrina, Victoria, Warlock, Stopford, Howells and Mathias, plus lots of well-loved congregational hymns. Mince pies and mulled wine afterwards too!

@LozzaFox What a very sad man you have become. Merry Christmas.

Oh do fuck off. I know I’m meant to love you and all that, and I suppose in a way I do (Perhaps the almighty was sneezing when he created you) but fuck off with the diversity crap. It’s pure unadulterated anti white hatred. Devil worship has no place in Christianity.

A beautiful processional service of Advent Carols @TewkesAbbey this evening congratulations to @TASchola @TewksAbbeyChoir

@Franklin_Graham @realDonaldTrump Your support of this arrogant, narcissistic, corrupt apology for a president is an insult not only to your father, but also to your Lord.

If you believe in President @realDonaldTrump agenda to make America great again, it is important that you vote for candidates at the local and state level who also support that agenda. So many politicians today have fallen for the lies of socialism. Socialism has never worked—it leads to oppression and poverty. This is an important day for our nation.

Much looking forward to playing at Gloucester Cathedral tomorrow evening - Wednesday 5 November. A varied assortment of Reger, Wesley, Bach, Kee, Whitlock and Jackson on the menu. 7.30pm start - all welcome.

This is today - 30 September!

@Franklin_Graham @realDonaldTrump Empty words. Your president said this week that he hates his enemies - that doesn’t sound very Christian to me!

Thank you President @realDonaldTrump for speaking truth about the importance of protecting religious freedom—including for the most persecuted religion on the planet—Christianity.

@Franklin_Graham @realDonaldTrump Truth and Trump do not belong in the same sentence! I continue to be puzzled, and somewhat appalled, by your support of this narcissistic, self-serving individual.

Some called it “Tough Love,” some called it a “Truth Bomb!” When President @realDonaldTrump addressed world leaders at the UN General Assembly today, he didn’t hold back. He also asked a great question: “What is the purpose of the United Nations?” He said, “The UN has such tremendous potential … but it’s not even coming close to living up to that potential.” That’s true. He also sharply criticized the UN for inaction, saying it was filled with “empty words” that “don’t solve war.” True again. I thank God for President Trump’s leadership, not just of America, but also for the impact he is having around the world. Pray for him every day—that God would protect him and give him wisdom to handle the many critical issues facing our world. foxnews.com/politics/trump…

@Franklin_Graham @realDonaldTrump DJT was not holding meetings, he was a guest of the King and UK Prime Minister. The only thing guiding that man is his inflated ego - the words wisdom and Trump simply don’t belong in the same sentence!

Pray for President @realDonaldTrump as he holds a second day of meetings with leaders in England, that God would guide him and give him wisdom. bbc.com/news/articles/…

@Franklin_Graham The mayor said nothing that was remotely anti-prayer. How about actually following the example of Christ and show some solidarity and compassion for the poor people of Minneapolis rather than supporting that narcissistic, dictator who resides in the White House?

To the Democratic Mayor of Minneapolis and the other socialist left who have criticized calling for prayer in the aftermath of the tragic school shooting—your words do not change or diminish the power and importance of prayer. Because someone calls for prayer doesn’t mean that bad things aren’t going to happen or that the emergency is going to disappear, we all know that. But prayer is our opportunity to communicate directly with the God of Heaven and take our petitions to Him. God does see, God does hear, and God can intervene. The Bible says, “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need” (Hebrews 4:16). What a gift this is. The Bible tells us that Jesus Himself prayed fervently when He was facing death on the cross. In the case of these students who were shot and killed while praying, God can give comfort and peace to the families who have been devastated. The god of this age is Satan—he is the one who wants to steal, kill, and destroy. He is the author of all lies and the turmoil and violence that ensues—like this senseless shooting. The Bible teaches that one day Jesus Christ will return and every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord. He will wipe away every tear, and peace will come upon this world, because He is the Prince of Peace—He is the embodiment of peace, truth, and righteousness. He will judge those who are alive and those who are dead. Yes, we pray, and I will continue to encourage people to pray. Satan would like nothing better than to thwart the most vital tool God has given us—prayer. Mayor Frey, I hope that you will come to know the price that was paid for your sins and that you will understand the value of prayer in your own life.