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The Things He Carried - 6. The Sins of the World
The Things He Carried - 6. The Sins of the World
by SPCK - Stephen Cottrell
THE THINGS HE CARRIED 6. The Sins of the World He carried the sins of the world. He carried the harsh words that I reserve for those I love most. He carried the bruising resentfulness of my pride. He carried every one of the petty excuses that I use to defend myself. He carried t…
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 …
The Things He Carried - The Things He Carried Prayer
The Things He Carried - The Things He Carried Prayer
by SPCK - Stephen Cottrell
THE THINGS HE CARRIED A Prayer Loving God, your Son Jesus Christ carried us to the cross and shed his blood for us and brought us into new community with you: Help us to follow in his way... Taken from The Things He Carried by Stephen Cottrell. Published by SPCK
Imagining the Lectionary: Possessive or purposeful? (Epiphany 3A)
Imagining the Lectionary: Possessive or purposeful? (Epiphany 3A)
by David Perry
Imagining the Lectionary: Possessive or purposeful? (Epiphany 3A) Reflection accompanying image Yorkshire Dales with walls, barns and text 1Cor 1:17 These stone walls and barns in Swaledale speak of possessiveness and purpose, ownership and effort, division and integrity. Althoug…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Easter 2 – Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Easter 2 – Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Easter 2 – Year C Give thanks to the Lord Rejoice and praise his name. Jesus come among us. Breathe new life into your Church . . . Give us grace to proclaim you as our Lord and God. Jesus come among us. Take away the fear that closes doors and shuts some out . . . Taken from Int…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 2 – Year A
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 2 – Year A
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 2 – Year A Lord, arise and shine Make known your glory. Faithful God, we give you thanks for your sanctifying presence in your Son. Bless your saints throughout the world; everyone who calls on your name . . . Taken from Intercessions for Years A, B and C by Ian Black
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 2 – Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 2 – Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 2 – Year C With you, O Lord, is the well of life In your light we see light. Lord Jesus, you fulfil our desires beyond our imagining. Transform our failures and disappointments into new opportunities for your Kingdom . . . Taken from Intercessions for Years A, B and C by…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 4 – Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 4 – Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 4 – Year C With you, O Lord, is the well of life In your light we see light. God of love, Simeon and Anna waited with patience hoping for the fulfilment of your word. Increase in your Church this confident longing . . . Taken from Intercessions for Years A, B and C by Ia…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 3 – Year A
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 3 – Year A
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 3 – Year A Lord, arise and shine Make known your glory. Christ our light, by the seashore you called Peter, Andrew, James and John to follow you. Unite your Church in common purpose to proclaim your Kingdom . . . Taken from Intercessions for Years A, B and C by Ian Black
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 4 – Year A
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 4 – Year A
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 4 – Year A Lord, arise and shine Make known your glory. Lord of righteousness, you reveal your glory in signs and wonders every day. Transform our vision to trust in the fulfilment of your promises . . . Taken from Intercessions for Years A, B and C by Ian Black
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 3 – Year C
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 3 – Year C
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 3 – Year C With you, O Lord, is the well of life In your light we see light. Spirit of God, come upon your Church. Fill it with your life and grace . . . May we be good news to the poor in spirit and wealth. Spirit of God, come upon the nations. Challenge them with your …
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 2 – Year B
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 2 – Year B
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 2 – Year B Ascribe to the Lord glory and strength Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. Lord, your call to Philip inspired him to encourage others to explore the wonder he beheld. As your Church seeks to follow you so may we invite all people to ‘come and see’ your…
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 3 – Year B
Intercessions for Years A, B and C Book - Epiphany 3 – Year B
by SPCK - Ian Black
Epiphany 3 – Year B Ascribe to the Lord glory and strength Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. God Most High, your glory continues to surprise our expectations beyond our imagining. Breathe new life into our traditions and familiar practices, to prepare your people for yo…
Gazing on the Gospels Year A - Proper 9 Year A
Gazing on the Gospels Year A - Proper 9 Year A
by SPCK - Judith Dimond
Proper 9 - Year A Meditation on Matthew 11: 16-19, 25-30 Gaze on these children playing in the marketplace. Children are the same the whole world over, and in every era. Today they would be in the home corner, playing make- believe games. ‘Let’s play weddings,’ says Kelly, who’s …
prayer/meditation on John 1: 10-18
prayer/meditation on John 1: 10-18
by Marjorie Dobson
Second Sunday after Christmas year A John 1: 10-18 Prayer/Meditation on John 1: 10-18 Dear God, when we look back and realise how few people recognised you when you came to be with us, we are amazed at the ignorance and lack of perception of all the others. But hindsight is such …
For the beginning of another year
For the beginning of another year
by Marjorie Dobson
Prayer: For the beginning of another year Time flies. The years slip away. Spring soon turns to winter and the days become shorter in the passing. Never-ageing God, when we begin to count the years it seems impossible that so many have passed. How did they slip by so quickly? Is …
Imagining the Lectionary: Christmas Present