The third episode of this season of Politics in the Pulpit for Spring 2026 is hosted by William Gibson, and features our special guest, Dave Hardman!
Revd David Hardman is currently serving as the Methodist Liaison Office, Jerusalem for the Methodist Church in Britain. Ordained in 1994 he has served churches and circuits in the city centre, inner-city and suburbs of Manchester and London. He has also worked for Christian Aid as Senior Regional Coordinator in the North West of England and most recently as Methodist Team Leader of the Joint Public Issues Team. Justice and Peace have been at the heart of David’s ministry, he is an accredited mediator with Place for Hope and a committed activist.
This week, William, Dave and Simeon explore the lectionary readings for Sunday 25th January. This conversation highlights David’s experiences with Palestinian Christians under occupation.
Timestamps
06:13 - Matthew 4: 12-23
11:10 - Isaiah 9: 1-4
19:58 - Psalm 27: 1, 4-9
29:10 - 1 Corinthians 1: 10-18
Mentions
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (18-25th in UK; 25th-2nd in Jerusalem) - https://www.lpj.org/en/news/week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity-in-jerusalem
Bridging the Gap: Has the Church failed the poor? by John Harvey
Kairos Palestine II document (November 2025) - https://www.kairospalestine.ps/images/Kairos_Palestine_II_English_Final.pdf
