Just over a year ago, the Rt Rev'd Tricia Hillas was ordained and consecrated as the next Bishop of Sodor and Man, and moved to the Isle of Man with her husband Andrew, to begin what should have been a happy new phase of life on the Island they both knew and loved. But the reality was a year marred by Andrew's unexpected death. At this season of Remembrance and as she returns to full-time ministry after her period of compassionate leave, Bishop Tricia reflects with searing honesty on the events of the past few months, and considers how they are shaping her faith - and her future.

Caring for heritage buildings - a huge responsibility - or an opportunity to be imaginative and even adventurous ? Recent visitor ADRIAN FOX (Environmental and Sustainability Officer for Cathedrals and Church Buildings in the Church of England) and LOUISE WHITELEGG (Anglican Church Building Support Officer in the Isle of Man) discuss. Louise's contact number is 07624 474 275. Manx Language Development Officer Ruth Keggin-Gell has an invitation - and there's music and notice board news too.

Rev’d Liz Crumlish is a priest in the Scottish Episcopal Church, She is also an author, a poet and has a blog. She’s going to be on the Island next Saturday to lead a day exploring a different way of church leadership. On today’s programme she explains more. Details of. the day - 18th October - can be found on the Thie Dy Vea website - retreathouse.im