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Prayers for Christmas
Prayers for Christmas
by John Birch
Three Prayers for Christmas, either for Church or small study groups. The joy of discovery that moment when hope and expectation were gloriously met by the illumination of one bright star. We cannot imagine what words were spoken by visitors or if first impressions left them some…
A Celtic Advent Liturgy - Creative Breath
A Celtic Advent Liturgy - Creative Breath
by John Birch
An Advent Service with a distinctive Celtic feel on the theme of Creative Breath. ... May this eternal truth be always on our hearts That the God who breathed this world into being, Placed stars into the heavens, And designed a butterfly's wing Is the God who entrusted his life t…
Three prayers for Christmas
Three prayers for Christmas
by John Birch
"The joy of discovery that moment when hope and expectation were gloriously met by the illumination of one bright star...." Three prayers celebrating the arrival of the Christ Child! Three Prayers for Christmas, either for Church or small study groups. The joy of discovery that m…
Advent prayer
Advent prayer
by Marjorie Dobson
A prayer linking John the Baptist's message with the birth of Jesus. There is excitement in the air. This is the season of anticipation. For many, it is in the fairytale magic of Father Christmas. For us, it is because we are waiting to celebrate a birth. Continues... (First publ…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 4 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 4 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 4 - Year C God of mercy Holy is your name. Gracious God, our hearts leap for joy at your presence. Be with your Church as we prepare to celebrate again the festival of your birth . . . Increase our faith to trust in the fulfilment of your word. Gracious God…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 2 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 2 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 2 - Year C Blessed be the Lord our God Who guides our feet into the way of peace. Saving God, you sent John to prepare the way for your Son. Give your Church grace to hear the cry in the spiritual wilderness . . . Transform our hearts to be open to your Spi…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 3 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 3 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 3 - Year C Rejoice in the Lord always Sing aloud to God. Let us rejoice and give you thanks, O Lord, for you challenge and inspire your people. Make your Church expectant with your promise . . . As we rejoice in you, let your gentleness be known. Let us rej…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 1 - Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Intercessions - Advent 1 - Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Intercessions - Advent 1 - Year C Remember us in your love, O Lord We put our trust in you. Lord Jesus Christ, we look for signs of your dawning Kingdom. Keep your Church expectant for the fulfilment of your promises . . . Keep us alert and focused on the hope of your coming. Lor…
Imagining the Lectionary: Word, life-space and enlightenment (Advent 3B)
Imagining the Lectionary: Word, life-space and enlightenment (Advent 3B)
by David Perry
Imagining the Lectionary: Word, life-space and enlightenment (Advent 3B) Reflection accompanying images “The true light” , “The word became flesh” and “Living within the light of Christ as children of God” To Christian eyes the work of Spanish artist Jaume Plensa, on display at…
Imagining the Lectionary: Advent begins where we are