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Imagining the Lectionary: fit for purpose? (Epiphany 8A)
Imagining the Lectionary: fit for purpose? (Epiphany 8A)
by David Perry
Imagining the Lectionary: Fit for purpose? (Epiphany 8A) Reflection accompanying image “flamingo” "Steep your life in God-reality, God-initiative, God-provisions. Don't worry about missing out." Matthew 6:33 (The Message) "But strive first for the kingdom of God and his …
Imagining the Lectionary: Christmas Present
Imagining the Lectionary: Christmas Present
by David Perry
Imagining the Lectionary: Christmas Present (Christmas A) Reflection accompanying image Christmas Present "She gave birth to a son, her firstborn. She wrapped him in a blanket and laid him in a manger, because there was no room in the hostel." (Luke 2:7) "Don't be afraid. I'm he…
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - The wonders of God's world
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - The wonders of God's world
by BRF - Rona Orme
The popularity of nature programmes on television indicates how people are fascinated by the wonder and intricacy of the natural world. This is nothing new. The Psalms, written 3000 years ago, are full of amazement at the richness of God's world. From 50 Praise, Pray and Play Ses…
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Jesus welcomes everyone
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Jesus welcomes everyone
by BRF - Rona Orme
This session encourages everyone to learn each other's names. Knowing names, and being known, helps everyone to feel that they belong. Christians believe that God knows individuals by name, so it is important to show the same level of care. This session would work well when start…
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - In the beginning
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - In the beginning
by BRF - Rona Orme
Whether the first chapter of Genesis is presented as giving a literal account of God creating the earth or as an early explanation of how things began, most children are fascinated by this story. Many children will have heard the Jewish and Christian creation story in RE, alongsi…
Pentecost Prayers
Pentecost Prayers
by Richard Steel
Responsive prayers for opening and ending of service on Pentecost Sunday or any service focusing on the Holy Spirit Pentecost Prayers Opening Prayer Holy Spirit, we thank you that you are a person, not just an impersonal ‘Force’ Holy Spirit, we thank you Holy Spirit, we thank you…
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - 50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Introduction
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - 50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Introduction
by BRF - Rona Orme
A year's worth of material for running a midweek or weekend group with families from the local community 50 Praise, Play and Pray Sessions provides a practical way for churches to engage with families who might not normally attend Sunday church. Requiring little preparation or se…
Feeding the 5000 through the eyes of a child