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There is a city with a river of life, a radiant place, a place where God resides, a city of peace, where all can live in harmony, where all, from all directions, can come and live in peace.'Annie Heppenstall - a professed Franciscan tertiary drawn to expressions of Earth Spirituality and of the Feminine Divine, and the bestselling author of The Book of Uncommon Prayer - provides in Worship for Lent and Easter a truly rich and remarkable weekly liturgy, the underlying theme throughout being that of place and inclusivity.Beginning with Ash Wednesday's location in the wilderness of Christ's temptation, then moving through the desert and onto village, city, family home, temple, execution site, and finally garden, Annie's biblically rich, comprehensive and creative new liturgy includes Celtic Christian options throughout, reflective and informative introductions for worship leaders, and provision for children.Written with a deep respect of tradition, yet also with a vivid awareness of contemporary concerns, Worship for Lent and Easter will engage all who yearn for fresh inspiration, energy and insight into this most holy of Christian seasons.Contents Section 1: Lent and Easter 'traditional' liturgical prayersAn Easter thanksgiving to God, Source of all lightLent invitations to confession and 'mercy' confessionsEaster invitations to reconciliationPsalm-inspired prayersCollect-form prayers related to themed Sunday servicesGospel acclamationsIntercessionsIntroduction to The PeacePrayers at the preparation of the tablePrefacesExtended preface to Eucharistic prayerA simple ritual of bread and winePrayers after communionSection 2: Themed services from Ash Wednesday to Palm SundayAsh Wednesday: into the wildernessThe Exodus (all-age): walking with God through the wildernessHagar: water in the desertElijah: ups and downs, desolation and consolation'Teshuva' and Mothering Sunday (all-age): exile and homecoming, flowering in the wildernessJohn the Baptist and the Desert Fathers and Mothers:choosing to live in the desertPalm Sunday (all-age): into the citySection 3: Holy Week and EasterMonday: safe space in BethanyTuesdaythe temple and safety of the crowd(child-friendly/all-age option)Wednesday: a perfumed homeMaundy Thursday: the upper room and GethsemaneGood Friday vigil: GolgothaSaturday vigilEaster morning: the GardenSection 4: Mary, Celtic saints and the natural cycle in LentThe Annunciation to Mary and the spring equinoxCeltic saints
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Raymond Tomkinson seeks to contribute to debate on the subject and to offer a language for the articulation of God -given ambition for the world. Exploring the relationship between vocation and ambition, he teases out the difference between laudable ambition and self-serving ambition. He hopes to make the subject less unattractive and to demonstrate the laudable ambition is a valuable asset and resource to the Church for the building of the Kingdom.For personal reflection, although the book contains sections titled 'Pause for reflection', helpful to individuals or as an aid to group discussion.
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The Christian journey that leads to a tomb also leads beyond it to the glory of Easter Day. Using the daily Gospel readings for Lent to Easter as a starting point, Brian Fahy has written a personal reflection for each day of the journey to Easter, bringing together positive, heart-warming and inspirational stories and memories from his own life.When the goal of all our striving is a bright one, when there is a joyful end to our pilgrimage, then the days of walking are lifted from being merely a trek and a trudge through the valley of darkness. We need bright purposes every day of our lives. We need to know we are going somewhere.
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Down to Earth offers worship leaders a variety of alternatives to the usual Advent, Christmas and Epiphany services and suggests new interpretations of the familiar and deeply loved story of Christ's coming.The 15 services contain imagined reflections by various Bible characters, such as Mary and Joseph, Elizabeth and Zechariah. These reflections may be used in place of a sermon or teaching slot, as the focus of a Eucharistic service, or to form part of an Advent for use in youth groups, secondary school worship and house church.We are challenged to reflect on the familiar Christmas story in a new way and look again at the individuals who met Jesus 2000 years ago. For they were as we are: flawed, frightened, anxious, astonished and changed for ever by their encounter with the living God.
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If you think you don't like St Paul then this book is for you. It covers controversial topics such as Paul's attitudes to women, slavery and sex; it also asks 'What changed Paul?', 'Did Paul think that Jesus was God?', and many other questions. Key passages have been included to illustrate that you must keep revisiting Paul if you are to go deeper into the mystery of this extraordinary character. The translations are always Nicholas King's own and will help you to get to know Paul better - which is what this book is all about.
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How well do you know the Bible? For most of us the answer is probably not as well as we think we do. There are all kinds of facts, details, people and events that get forgotten, and to many the Bible is a closed book - with huge swathes rarely (if ever) read. This new book of quizzes from bestselling author Nick Fawcett effectively whets the appetite for more. Few of the questions are easy, but after trying the various quizzes a few times, the Bible will become no longer a closed book but God's living word.
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An outstanding book of reflections from Sheila Walker who has an easy, contemporary style full of memorable images pushing for attention. Preachers will find this book a constant source of ideas, images and insights to enliven their preaching.
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An outstanding book of reflections from Sheila Walker who has an easy, contemporary style full of memorable images pushing for attention. Preachers will find this book a constant source of ideas, images and insights to enliven their preaching.
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In the UK today we are fast losing that almost instinctive respect for the Bible. Yet in the Bible are words of eternal life; words which on every encounter seem to reveal, touch or illuminate something fresh. Ultimately the Bible is uniquely able to inform and direct every aspect of our lives. Sheila Walker uses a lively, contemporary style - sometimes subversive, sometimes unorthodox - to get to the heart of the Common Worship readings for Year A. Coming at it sideways, she has the ability to make us see things in a startling new light. The reflections can be used in several ways: as a weekly aid to studying the Bible, as an accompaniment to the Church of England's weekly Common Worship readings, as a basis for discussion or simply to dip into to encourage individual reflections.
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An amazing behind the scenes account of the Great American Evangelist and his visits to Britain, based on the sixty year daily diary of Maurice Rowlandson.
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If your Sunday School sessions seem part wrestling match, part crowd control, then this is exactly what you need. And before you know it, the children won't be the only ones enjoying themselves; you will be, too.With a huge and imaginative range of 'thinking' and 'doing' games, quick dramas and mimes to act out, prayer times and even a 'talky bit' for each session, you will never again feel that Sunday morning panic! Instead, as emphasised through the provision of each activity, you will not only be sharing the gospel with some of the most wonderful and exciting people on Earth, you will also building a trust with them, and from that providing true pastoral support. Amazing what you can do with glue, glitter and enthusiasm, isn't it?
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This prayer book follows the Lectionary. Each day has a faith-building, explanatory commentary accompanying readings to help break open the Word. At the heart of the book lies the experience of daily prayer and the nourishment it brings.
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It's not what you do, but the underlying WHY that you do it that betrays who you are. Given for Life helps you to discover the gift that was always there, the innate responses and abilities you were born with. Here are insights that are immediately relevant for any working team, family or group of friends. Seven profiles, seven different strands of giftedness are explored, so you can recognise which is your gift and ask what you will uniquely make of all that has been entrusted to you. Contents Acknowledgements Prologue Introduction How it began for me A box of tools Odd jobs Chocolate Box The Prophetic Motivation The Server Motivation The Teacher Motivation The Exhorter Motivation The Giver Motivation The Ruler Motivation The Mercy Motivation I am confused Buts... Contrast and Comparison Tie Breakers Combinations Application and Growth Character development Questions and Answers Specifications Format - Paperback Published - July 2004 Weight - 331g Page Count - 333 Dimensions - 124 x 186 x 21 mm ISBN - 9781844172719 ISBN 10 - 1844172716
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We might have moved into the computer age, but children and adults alike still love a good story, well told. The 35 stories in this book, 'from both Old and New Testaments', are designed to help with that. The different paragraph styles give the 'teller' confidence to take their eyes off the script and really engage the audience.
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Keys of the Kingdom has been written with one simple aim in mind - to help anyone with a desire to see children grow as part of God's kingdom. Parents, ministers, youth leaders and Sunday school teachers will find it an invaluable and inspirational aid brimming with practical ideas and possibilities that have been tried and tested in many settings.
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All-age worship does not mean uniformity. Rather, it is about accessibility, flexibility, imagination, humility and unity, as God's people worship together.Susan Sayers draws on her huge experience in providing worship material for all ages to explore what it means to be God's all-age community and how to express this through worship.With practical suggestions for each season of the Church year, and for each Sunday of the three-year lectionary, God's People at Worship Together will help to affirm the fundamental truth that an essential sign of the kingdom is to work at becoming a community of God's people.
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Help! It's Sunday is an invaluable collection of services using a variety of methods to keep people of all ages tuned in. Sketches, poems, visual presentations and much more are all included, as well as really useful advice on preparation and presentation. Each service includes a clear aim, materials required, presentation consolidation and prayer.
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Synergy is a must-have resource for all small group leaders, whether in youth groups, schools or wider church groups. All the material in the book has been tried and tested with groups of all ages and can be adapted for your own setting.
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Eighteen contemporary service outlines are provided here in a ready-to-use format. A CD-Rom is also provided with PowerPoint presentations for two of the services. However you use the ideas and outlines, they will open out your services into times of renewal where God can move in power.Please note made to order items are non-returnable
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Enjoying the Gospels enables children to approach the scriptures through their own life experience by giving them opportunities to work individually, in small groups or as a whole class. With helpful suggestions, cross-curricular links such as poetry, story writing, map work and guided meditations, pupils can use their imaginations and relate to the Gospels at their own level.
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Here are 14 complete service outlines for innovative and reflective worship at Advent and Christmas. The services consist of suggested visual material and music, introductions, hymns, prayers and meditations - everything you need to add a new dimension to your services.
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In three sections, this invaluable resource offers a variety of ways to encourage imaginative engagement in worship. It includes all-age services for throughout the year with comprehensive outlines, biblical notes, hymn suggestions, intercessions, dramas and outline talks. Opening the Way will add an all-age dimension to your Sunday service without extensive preparation.
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You can rely on Pete Townsend for a cracking book for young people and 11-16s in their spiritual development and Martha's Diner is no exception. The menu on offer has six Bible-related courses including music, readings, drama, activities, prayer and discussion on a wide range of themes.
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Saints Are Great! gives an account of 51 saints from across the centuries which make inspired learning for children. Each is featured in a historical and geographical context, with an accompanying illustration and a key teaching point to encourage further discussion. The book distinguishes between historical fact and time-honored legend.
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