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Easter 6 Opening Prayers
Easter 6 Opening Prayers
by Christine Dutton
Opening Prayers of Approach and Gathering based on John 5:1-9 Gracious, loving God, We come before you today in worship. We come in expectation, waiting to meet you. You know how long we have been waiting. You know the stories of our lives. You know all we share with you, and all…
Bread of Life, Jesus Christ
Bread of Life, Jesus Christ
by Andrew T Murphy
A hymn for holy communion, encompassing a rich theology of the eucharist, based around the real presence of Christ. The tune will at first raise a few smiles, but works powerfully with the words to help prepare a congregation to receive the Lord's Supper.
2 Corinthians - Grace, Love and Fellowship
2 Corinthians - Grace, Love and Fellowship
by SPCK - N T Wright
Grace, Love and Fellowship 2 CORINTHIANS 13.11-13 The final sentence of 2 Corinthians is one of the most famous lines anywhere in Paul – so famous, in fact, that many people who hear it, or say it regularly, don’t even realize it is by Paul, and wouldn’t be able to find it if the…
Hymn: Holy Spirit of Creation
Hymn: Holy Spirit of Creation
by Michael Docker
Holy Spirit of Creation, Speaking life and bringing light; Fire our weak imagination Till we speak and do the right; Fill us as You filled the darkness; Touch us as you touched the void; Lift us as you lift all weakness Till we love what we avoid. Holy Spirit of invention, Helpin…
Open with God Book - Pentecost Prayer
Open with God Book - Pentecost Prayer
by Christine Odell
General prayer for worship or meetings Based on Acts 2:1-4 Holy Spirit, you came like a roaring wind, unseen, powerful and noisy. Your coming must have shaken the safe house where Christ’s disciples prayed and hid. Blow into your safe church, we pray, and make a noise to wake and…
The Pastoral Letters - Waiting For The Crown
The Pastoral Letters - Waiting For The Crown
by SPCK - N T Wright
Waiting for the Crown 2Timothy 4.6-8 REWARD: £100,000. The sign stared at me across the road. There was a photograph underneath, and I crossed the street out of curiosity to have a look. It was, of course, a murder suspect. The police were fairly sure they knew who had committed …
Imagining the Lectionary: Baptism of Jesus (Year C)
Imagining the Lectionary: Baptism of Jesus (Year C)
by David Perry
Imagining the Lectionary: Baptism of Jesus (Year C) Reflection accompanying image “Faith check holy fire assembly point” When can faith be said to be truly authentic? This week's Lectionary readings suggest that the answer to this question relates to both our experiences of God's…
Acts for Everyone Part 2 - Timothy- and New Developments
Acts for Everyone Part 2 - Timothy- and New Developments
by SPCK - N T Wright
Timothy – and New Developments Acts 16. 1-10 A few weeks ago I had to choose a new close colleague to work with. It was difficult. There were some splendid people to choose from. Together with trusted friends and wise advisors, I prayed for God’s guidance, I did as much homework …
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