Jeremy Gadd

Matthew Parris, a columnist with The Times newspaper

I was fascinated and pleased to read that Matthew Parris, a columnist at The Times newspaper wrote

“Now a confirmed atheist, I’ve become convinced of the enormous contribution that Christian evangelism makes in Africa: sharply distinct from the work of secular NGOs, government projects and international aid efforts.”

He goes on to say “Education and training alone will not do. In Africa Christianity changes people’s hearts. It brings a spiritual transformation. The rebirth is real. The change is good.”

Couldn’t agree more. As one who has over the years campaigned for justice for developing nations – for Fair Trade, cancellation of debt and for political reform – I see the value of these but have long held that only the power of God can bring lasting change.

A truly refreshing, objective bit of media critique. Read more at http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/columnists/matthew_parris/article5400568.ece

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I recently went to the beach in Ballymartin on a fresh but sunny October’s day. To get there is a short walk down a path from the road. As I walked down the tide was going out and the rocks were very visible. But then I noticed that the ‘rocks’ were moving and was amazed to see a group of about 70 seals hauled out on them.

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I’ve just designed a new Theme for this blog. A bit more green and fresh. Hope you like it. I was using a freebie that I downloaded but since going back into business as a web and multimedia designer I decided that it was time to do my own (and showcase a few new sites while I’m at it!).

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I’ve recently quit my cleaning job and gone back to self employment in Web and Multimedia Design. I’ve already been doing some as a part-time venture for a while but decided that it was time to take a risk and go full-time. My business name is A Sound Design.

The core of my business is web design. I use mostly Adobe Dreamweaver CS4, Adobe Fireworks CS4 and Adobe Flash CS4. I am able to develop eCommerce solutions and rich media sites. I also provide New Media solutions including producing interactive CD-ROMs, video editing and DVD production, DVD and CD duplication and more.

As a Christian my passion is to assist churches and ministries in reaching their goals and hope that I can be involved as a business asset. But that does not mean I am exclusive. I am running a business and am happy to put my skills to work for whoever needs me.

Find out more about what I can offer on my business web site.

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I have just created a new blog to accompany my niche environmental web directory called Eco Web Directory. You can read it at http://blog.ecowebdirectory.com/

Eco Web Directory is a directory of web sites and blogs in the United Kingdom and Ireland that are specifically related to environmental issues, such as sustainable development, recycling, renewable energy, ethical investment, etc. If you have a web site like this that you would like to promote why not have a look at the directory and submit your site for inclusion.

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Last man Stephen McChesney bowled by Andy Bassett (photo courtesy of www.cricketeurope4.net)

I reckon this must be a record in any form of cricket. Dundrum  1st team recently unbelievably bowled Cliftonville out for just 10 runs  winning by 169 runs.

Dundrum  had a day they won’t forget with the ball as they  bowled Cliftonville out for just 10 runs. It took only 8. 4 overs with Andy Bassett  earning the man of the match award & Ulster Bank crystal taking 6 wickets in 4 .5 overs  hitting the stumps 5 times. New ball partner Dellon Craig got the other 4 wickets in his 4overs for just 4 runs with 7 batsmen failing to get off the mark.

Score card:

CLIFTONVILLE
N Cahill            c G McNerlin b Craig    5
I Latham                       b Bassett    0
C Whitten           c G McNerlin b Craig    1
D Sczygiol                     b Bassett    0
D Munn               c Maxwell b Bassett    0
P Mullholland                  lbw Craig    0
P Black                        b Bassett    0
R Spence                         b Craig    0
A Blain                        b Bassett    1
N Hermon                         not out    1
S McChesney                    b Bassett    0
  Extras         (b , lb , nb , w 2, p )    2
  Total             (all out, 8.4 overs)   10
A Bassett           4.4    2     4    6
D Craig               4    2     6    4

FOW: 1-1 (I Latham) 2-5 (N Cahill) 3-8 (D Sczygiol) 4-8 (C Whitten) 5-8 (P Mullholland)

6-8 (D Munn) 7-8 (P Black) 8-8 (R Spence) 9-10 (A Blain) 10-10 (S McChesney)

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