When the Early Church was being persecuted in Rome the sign would appear in the catacombs where so many had to take refuge, or on the walls as they fled through the streets. It could even by used as a hand-symbol where speech was dangerous but identification essential. It said “A Christian passed this way” or “This way to safety” or “I am a believer”. And it could be drawn or shown in one fluid motion in a matter of seconds, even when on the run . . . . .

Alright, we are not being persecuted in this country. But in my opinion we can show solidarity with each other – including other faiths – by testifying in this simple time-honoured way to our Christian belief. Fish badges of various sizes and style are on sale at many Christian venues and shops for wear on clothing or on a vehicle, as most of you know. If we all wore or displayed one, we might get people asking what it was all about – and we could tell them. What bliss!

PS: Don’t forget to say “Hi” whenever you see The Fish on someone you don’t know . . . . . . .

Ted Coleman