Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs for Everyone - Drink Is a Brawler
Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs for Everyone - Drink Is a Brawler
by SPCK - John Goldingay
Drink Is a Brawler A friend who is a recovering alcoholic sometimes comments with dark humour on the process whereby drinking ruins people’s lives. It all but ruined his life, and it has ruined the lives of people he knows…
Harvest - slow but sure growth
Harvest - slow but sure growth
by Colin Smith
This reflection/sermon examines and compares the kingdom of God with the growth and reaping of the harvest. In both of these it is noted that growth tends to be slow but sure, which gives us hope in a world where there is much misery. The role of judgement in both harvesting and …
Harvest reflection - reckoning up
Harvest reflection - reckoning up
by Colin Smith
This reflection considers the challenges to the individual following harvest in deciding what offering to make from what has been received. This is done by examining the process of reckoning up in the decision. Both freewill offerings and tithing are considered
Prayers of Growing, Greening and Harvest
Prayers of Growing, Greening and Harvest
by Jonathan Sharp
Six short prayers, including blessings in a Celtic style. God of the fertile field God of the fertile field May we be earthed and flourished in you Christ of the greening garden May we be fresh and vibrant in you Spirit of the hopeful harvest May we bear holy fruits for you Trini…
Seed - a Litany
Seed - a Litany
by Jonathan Sharp
A short litany for leader and people reflecting some themes from the Parable of the Sower and including hope for new life and resurrection, with optional Communion couplet. Leader: So, lead me to the garden, grass grow green and soul fruits ripen People: Oh, I do believe Love w…
A Single Grain
A Single Grain
by Jonathan Sharp
A poem relating themes of Harvest and Birth, Growth, Death and Resurrection as suggested by Jesus' comment in John 12v24 Wild as an ear of corn he grew, Up to the sun he strained, Thriving upon its energy, Drinking of heaven’s rain. Stirred and prompted by the breeze, Wise as the…
Prayer of praise - Psalm 65
Prayer of praise - Psalm 65
by Michaela Youngson
Psalm 65 Prayer of Praise We praise you, God of all creation, you who answer prayer! All people shall come to you looking for forgiveness, you will forgive each one. Happy are those who you invite into your courts, Satisfied are those who spend time in your house of prayer. We pr…
Prayer:God of the harvest
Prayer:God of the harvest
by Marjorie Dobson
Prayer: God of the harvest God of the harvest, we pray for all those who work the land, farming with crops and animals to provide food for our tables. Their work is hard and demanding. They often feel under-valued and at the mercy of market forces that set prices, which make it d…
Prayers for an Autumn Morning
Prayers for an Autumn Morning
by Christine Dutton
Opening prayers of thanksgiving for an autumn service, giving thanks for the ways in which the change from summer into autumn can encourage us to see God at work in creation. Prayers for an Autumn Morning (suitable for all age worship) Loving God, who accompanies us through the c…
Reflection/Poem: A New Beginning
Reflection/Poem: A New Beginning
by Marjorie Dobson
Reflection/Poem: A New Beginning When the danger was gone; when the enemies had been left behind; when the journey was over; when the Promised Land had been reached; when the milk and honey was tasted; when the Passover was celebrated; when thanks had been given to God, then the …
Three Harvest Prayers #2