Lectionary 26/11/2023
- Christ the King Sunday before Advent - Year A
Lectionary Readings
Ephesians 1:15-23
Twelve Months of Sundays Year A - Christ the King Year A
Twelve Months of Sundays Year A - Christ the King Year A
by SPCK - N T Wright
First Sunday Before Advent - Christ the King Ezekiel 34.11–16, 20–24 Ephesians 1.15–23 Matthew 25.31–46 ‘I will be their shepherd,’ declares God to exiled Israel. ‘I will be their God,’ he says a bit later, ‘and David my servant shall be their shepherd.’ All right, we reply to Ez…
Clouds and Glory Year A - Ascension Day - Year A
Clouds and Glory Year A - Ascension Day - Year A
by SPCK - David Adam
Ascension Day Acts 1. 1-11 or Daniel 7. 9-14 : Psalm. 47 or Psalm. 93 : Ephesians 1. 15-23 or Acts 1. 1-11: Luke 24. 44-53 Risen and Ascended Lord, you have promised to be with us always; teach us to be aware of your presence, and to abide in your love, that we may walk in the wa…
A moment of wonder, amazement and grandeur
A moment of wonder, amazement and grandeur
by Andrew Pratt
A moment of wonder, amazement and grandeur, a time when God's glory shines clear through our lives, God's grace is beyond us, yet lives in each heartbeat, the source of creation from which peace derives. The eyes of our hearts are enlightened with splendour, inherited glory, the …
Paul for Everyone The Prison Letters - Knowing the Power of the King
Paul for Everyone The Prison Letters - Knowing the Power of the King
by SPCK - N T Wright
Knowing the Power of the King Ephesians 1.15-23 ‘So how strong is it?’ My friend was showing me his new telescope. It was set up in an upstairs room, looking out towards sea. ‘Well, take a look.’ I had been scanning the horizon with my own small binoculars. There were a couple of…
LWPT Meditations - Sunday Before Advent - Year A
LWPT Meditations - Sunday Before Advent - Year A
by Susan Thorne
Meditation – Sunday before advent Year A Ezekiel 34: 11-16, 20-24 Psalm 95 or 100 Ephesians 1: 15-23 Matthew 25: 31-46 There is a message of intense intimacy, and some startling surprises, in the Bible readings for this week. Ezekiel paints an amazingly tender portrait of the Lor…
Times and Seasons - Full Service - Sunday before Advent - Year A
Times and Seasons - Full Service - Sunday before Advent - Year A
by Andrew Pratt and Marjorie Dobson
Sunday before Advent – Christ the King - Proper 29(34) - Year A Service Contains: Hymn: When morning gilds the skies or What a noise, it shakes the heavens Prayer: Based on Ezekiel 34:11-16 - God, who cares Hymn: Come to us, creative Spirit or Come let us sing a melody Reading: P…
Times and Seasons - Full Service - Ascension - Year B
Times and Seasons - Full Service - Ascension - Year B
by Andrew Pratt and Marjorie Dobson
Ascension - Year B Service Contains: Hymn: Christ is alive! Let Christians sing or Beginning with blessing Prayer: Unexpected God, Psalm 47 or Psalm 93 Reading: Acts 1:1-11 Poem: The times and seasons are beyond Reading: Ephesians 1:15-23 Luke 24:44-53 Hymn: The Saviour when to h…
Fresh Thoughts For Sunday - Fresh Thoughts For Sunday Issue 195
Fresh Thoughts For Sunday - Fresh Thoughts For Sunday Issue 195
by Twelvebaskets Ltd
A selection of commentary, reflection and prayer ideas from various Christian authors and the full bible texts from the NRSV for this week's lectionary. NOW INCLUDING SERIALISED BOOKS FROM SPCK AND CONTRIBUTIONS FROM BRF. Check below for details. Subscribe to Fresh Thoughts For S…
Vine Video - Preparations - The Vine Video - Opening Prayers - Sunday 22nd November
Vine Video - Preparations - The Vine Video - Opening Prayers - Sunday 22nd November
by Twelvebaskets Ltd
The Vine Video Sunday 22nd November How will we prepare ourselves for worship, in prayer? You may wish to use this video in place of the opening prayers in your Sunday service, or as part of your own devotions. Click 'download' to watch the full video.
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