The Manchester Council of Mosques and the Anwaarul Haramain Jam’e Masjid have released statements.

A Statement of Solidarity from the Faith Network for Manchester

This past Sunday there was a shooting at a church near my hometown; now a synagogue a few miles away has seen violence. It can feel like hate is winning; but I think how people run in to care for the victims, give solace to the bereaved, and place their lives on the line for the sake of others. 1/2

The EHRC has locked the evidence away. A Freedom of Information disclosure shows the Commission will not release its consultation report on the draft Code of Practice until after the Code has been laid before Parliament and has become statutory guidance. tacc.org.uk/2025/09/05/c...

Afternoon beats open.spotify.com/track/594iqP...

Absolutely beautiful Pride Service today, so grateful for everyone who joined us, and our guest speaker Quinn, who spoke on "Defending Trans Rights: Why This is Important for Free Religion"

Well my playlist knew I needed to hear some Janelle Monáe this morning, and it delivered 😍

Lovely and joyous celebration, and commitment to support our LGBTQ+ family. Ready for a nap now!

Exiting weekend at Cross Street Chapel! Saturday we have the Manchester Pride March, then on Sunday it's our Pride Service, featuring Quinn Daley talking about Trans Rights. I hope you can join us!

Manchester Pride in a week and trying to decide what music to blast when we're walking past the (blessedly small) group of bigots that gather to protest. Thinking either "S.P.R.K.L" or "Good Day" by @flamygrant.bsky.social . Any thoughts?

Friends I have a meeting with my MP to talk about Trans rights and the consequences of the Supreme Court judgement/EHRC guidance/etc. What would you say? What would you want conveyed? What commitment would satisfy you? Message and replies please!

How's your dystopia present going?

Do we still use the term Dagwood sandwich? I'd hate for people to think I'm not hip at the kids.

You've reached a certain age when the monster in your nightmare is high blood pressure.

I was sad to hear abou the passing of Robert Wilson yesterday. My wife and I saw "The Life and Death of Marina Abramovic" back at the Manchester International Festival in 2011. I recall how the audience transformed from this frenetic energy into an intense focus, the silence at the end was profound.

If you say it's indescribable, then you're describing it.

Tfw you realise you've been using laundry capsules and not dishwasher capsules 🤢

I don't know how effective the investment in clean public transport is against charging private vehicles, but when the convenience of the present competes with the survival of the future, the former inevitably wins out. www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...

It's my birthday, and I realised this clip is nearly 30 years old. There must a lesson in there, if I weren't too old to learn it lol youtu.be/BGrfhsxxmdE?...

I'm in a room a mile from the Oasis stage, and think *I* need ear defenders!

People in Prestwich better like Oasis cause that's all we're gonna hear today!

This is me running to Bluesky to see what people are saying about X

Today’s were hosting an important conversation led by Dr Omolade Allen. Panelists are from GMP, faith leaders, health researchers + family law discussing how to turn research into action for domestic abuse alongside a new exhibition in the glass corridor. @healthierfutures.bsky.social

Stupid post: about 15 years ago, I bought a sandwich in that conventional triangle packaging. However, the container had a perforation down the middle of the two "leg" sides, allowing it to be opened into a square plate. I've never seen it again, and don't understand why it wasn't more popular.

I think I saw more people in the 10 minutes between Manchester Piccadilly train station and Market Street than in the 48 hours I spent in Oxford.

On my way to Oxford for an annual minister's conference. I'm looking forward to bright weather in an inspiring setting, and seeing much missed colleagues, but it's always sad going away from the little one and Mrs UniMuse, even if only for a few days.

Anne Serling @AnneSerling "If you stick good men into a mob, take away their names, faces, identity, take away their responsibility, they're no longer good men." Rod Serling: "The Loner"

I remember after George Floyd seeing a similar post by a police officer's wife. Just couldn't conceive why people were so upset 😡🤦

My prayers for everyone in LA tonight, especially those at risk of deportation and those protecting them, those seeking to live a quiet life, and those who may be given orders that endanger another.

I didn't want to press too much about my birthday next month, but if anyone's looking for ideas: www.juliensauctions.com/en/auctions/...

How are we all doing? Had some tricky nights, and can see how this all has effects on the family and beyond. I hope you're able to find some peace and calm for rejuvenation.

@metrolink.bsky.social Lift at Queens Road is out of order.

For Pride Month 2025, we are offering 10% off a selection of our books and edited collections relating to queer/LGTBQ+ theology/inclusion and gender and sexuality studies. EPUBs are included. The offer will last throughout June 2025. #PrideMonth #scmpress #queertheology

Ugh between getting to the platform and buying the ticket, my tram has changed from "4 mins" to "delay"

If you're in Manchester this Sunday, check out Cross Street Chapel's Flower Communion 🌼 🌸 😀 10:45 - a ceremony dating back 100 years, celebrating both our individuality and community!

Half term holiday means pizza tonight!

A takeaway from this debate - pretty much all the supportive MPs quoted their constituents as to why they support trans rights. We are cutting through Keep writing to your MPs. If you wrote last month, write again. Write to your MP until you can’t type anymore. Make our voices impossible to ignore

Good luck to everyone running in Manchester today. I'm happy we're an active city, but we're definitely into the time of year when Sunday disruptions are a weekly hazard 😬

Much-needed wisdom from Rod Serling.

Anyone have thoughts on project management software? Was looking at ProjectLibre but not too happy with it atm. Maybe Freedcamp?

Ah the weekend, when the kid sleeps in until 530

Guess we're going to see if the Supreme Court (US) breaks its own kneecaps.

Today has felt:

Taking part in a service for Conscientious Objectors' Day, 12pm at Lincoln Square (where the Peace Gardens are now located) - please join us if you can!

Very glad for everyone who worked hard to patch the hole. All the FBook groups and articles with people losing their collective s#!t thinking it would take six weeks, though...

I've been supporting trans people in Manchester who've had their GP withdraw their hormones - the MEN covered the cases of two of the women I've spoken to today. It wouldn't be acceptable in any other health treatment. www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news...

Not everyone is in a position to do this, but setting up a regular donation to the @goodlawproject.bsky.social is a good way to add to the legal support of people facing horrendous marginalisation and discrimination Esp important in the light of the recent Supreme Court ruling goodlawproject.org

Unitarians recognise and support the rights of trans people! Let any trans people in your community know that they are loved and supported, despite the recent government ruling. This is the time to let everyone know that we support #transrights!