An unholy row

In reality, there are no revolutionaries in their group – although it does contain Christians. They expected that their sessions in Totley, Sheffield, would be seen as nothing more than gentle martial arts classes. They had no reason to think otherwise.

Tai Chi may have begun as the practice of an ancient Eastern religion but in Britain today it has little in common with expressions of faith. That it has been carried out in a church hall is surely perfect proof that it is a secular activity, rather than a Godly one.

Like all vicars, the Rev David Rhodes has the uncomfortable task of keeping all of the people happy all of the time. On this occasion, it has proved beyond him, and he is genuinely upset, but there is still scope for both sides of the debate to show some Christian charity.

The pensioners might decide to turn the other cheek and, if Mr Rhodes could help them find a new venue, then he might find a little

redemption with them.