Jonathan Croucher

@HLTCO Hard to disagree after the last few weeks.

I’ve said for a few weeks now that I feel Oliver Glasner’s time as our manger is over. He decided he was going to leave in October, made that news public in January despite the board telling him that it wouldn’t do any good and is now on a run of 1 win in 15 games in all competitions. I’ll always be incredibly grateful for what he has achieved as our manager, the FA Cup win legitimately felt like a life changing moment as a fan back in May of 2025 and still does now but I just don’t believe that he is now getting the best out of the group. Whether it’s just a tiny shift in intensity leading to poor results or something more serious, it now feels obvious that things aren’t going to improve particularly between now and the end of the season. Ultimately, however simplistic or basic it may sound, I believe that the manager of our football club should want to be there for the long haul, not just until his contract runs its course. I understood, in broad terms, the thought process behind not sacking him and allowing his deal to come to an end but it feels untenable from my point of view.

@MadsDavies @DrFrancisYoung It looks like a popular appointment of a priest who loves Durham and loves his people. More of that please!

@archchelms @DrFrancisYoung It’s quite hard to win on here tbh. The ones who are already bishops have ‘chased preferment their whole ministry’, don’t have parish experience etc

News from Downing Street: the Ven. Rick Simpson, currently Archdeacon of Auckland, has been chosen as the next Bishop of Durham. durhamdiocese.org/diocesan-news/…

@DrFrancisYoung @MadsDavies ‘as lowly as a mere archdeacon’. Wonderful. Whoever thought the lowly might be lifted up in the Christian church …

@MadsDavies I’m sure he’s a fine candidate, but isn’t it unusual for someone as lowly as a mere archdeacon to be appointed to a see as senior as Durham? That suggests something hinky about the appointment process to me…

A South London boy turned Crystal Palace legend 🙌

Calling churches in @chelmsdio to participate in a day of prayer for peace in the Middle East on Sunday 21 September buff.ly/n47BEYx

I spoke to the Archdeacon of Chelmsford about events in Epping. The local MP has called for the immediate closure of the Bell hotel, which has become the site of large protests churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2025/…

Crystal Palace has earned its place in Europe. UEFA must ensure the club is included in the Europa League and Europe comes to South London #southlondonandproud 🔵🔴🦅

@MoiraRoberts9 @BishopSouthwark @allsaints_org So lovely to see a new season of ministry has begun. Happy memories of all that has been and prayers for all that is to come. J

Thank you @BishopSouthwark it was a lovely service. Welcome Caroline. @allsaints_org

Devastating to hear about yet another attack on the Al-Ahli Anglican hospital in Gaza. More lives lost in a tragedy that seems to see no end. I continue to stand in solidarity with all who suffer, calling for peace, justice and dignity for Palestinians and Israelis alike.

There’s one month to go until this year’s Bradwell Pilgrimage! Bishop Adam invites everyone to come along on 5 July, 10.30am – 3.15pm, for a day of faith, fellowship, and reflection in the beautiful and historic setting of Bradwell-on-Sea. Find out more at buff.ly/nxQqCSz

@carloprina Prayers ascending Carlo. The hospital and the church are so blessed to have someone of your integrity, compassion and wisdom. May your first day be filled with hope! Jx

My first day as AMD is tomorrow. If prayer is your thing I’d appreciate them. X

@carloprina It’s all change since you became a churchwarden…

First major trophy for Southwark diocese for a long time 🙌

@carloprina Thought Oli Glasner’s interview with Linneker pitchside dealt with this beautifully. What a perfect day. ❤️💙

I would gently point out that this “robbed” side went on to miss a penalty and to turn a huge possession advantage into zero shots on target (a situation Arsenal fans are familiar with)

Rejoicing with all our Roman Catholic friends, especially in the Diocese of Brentwood, following the election of Pope Leo XIV. Moving to hear greetings of peace for the whole world in his first address @BrentwoodRC @chelmsdio

It seems fitting that a man who taught the world about mercy should die in Easter Week. Pope Francis was a fearless voice for justice and for the world’s poorest and most vulnerable. May he rest in peace.

Deeply saddened by news of the bombing of the Al Ahli Christian hospital in Gaza this morning on Palm Sunday and the start of Holy Week. Devastation upon devastation. Prayers for Diocese of Jerusalem and all concerned

@carloprina I have to confess I haven’t read the article yet! Definitely a good smattering of kind gentle resourceful people around doing lovely things regardless ❤️

@archchelms But you know all that already!!! Thankfully some kind gentle resourceful folk are still in place

But…

𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 The numbers don’t lie, and according to new research by Bible Society and YouGov the numbers are up, from 8% of adults in 2018 to 12% in 2024. That means for every two people in England and Wales who went to church, back in 2018, there are now three. That 50% growth figure is the overall average. Young adults in particular are attending church more than they have in a long time. Compared to 2018, four times as many under-25s attend church. And the percentage of young men in church has shot up from 4% to 21% far above the average. As the old certainties crumble, the search for meaning intensifies. The numbers don’t lie. 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙌𝙪𝙞𝙚𝙩 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: 👇 cstu.io/d617e5 --- #TheQuietRevival

Ministers engaged in schools work across the diocese, both lay and ordained, are invited to a Conference on 26 June 2025 aiming to strengthen church-school relationships. Find out more at shorturl.at/yncZI