Brought up in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, Nick Fawcett served as a Baptist minister for 13 years, and as a chaplain with TocH for 3, before deciding to focus on writing and editing, which he continues with today, despite wrestling with myeloma, an incurable cancer of the blood. He lives in Wellington, Somerset, with his wife, Deborah, and - when they are at home from university - his two children, Samuel and Kate. Delighting in the beauty of the West Country, Nick and Deborah love nothing more than walking stretches of the South West coast path at weekends, and Nick - as well as finding time for online games of chess and Scrabble alongside his many editing commitments - finds constant inspiration for his numerous books in the lanes and footpaths near his house. His aim, increasingly, is to write material free of religious jargon that reaches out to people of all faiths and none.
Nick Fawcett
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Resourcing The Christian Seasons Book 3
We all know what it's like - another busy week, no time to prepare ahead for next Sunday's services, and now your mind is a complete blank! Drawing on a wide range of contemporary authors, Nick Fawcett has compiled an outstanding resource of prayers, service outlines, poems, worksheets, material for all-age talks, meditations, sketches and reflections for Sundays and special days throughout the year.
£33.99
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Expressing Our Sorrow
For individuals or small groups seeking to bring the ups and downs of life before God, here are 20 themed sessions, each with an accompanying downloadable track. Use this carefully crafted blend of words and music to acknowledge your mistakes, express your remorse, receive God's forgiveness, and consecrate the whole of life to him.
£13.99
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Expressing Our Thanks
For individuals or small groups seeking to bring the ups and downs of life before God, here are 20 themed sessions, each with an accompanying downloadable track. Use this carefully crafted blend of words and music to offer your thanks in prayer, and to consecrate the whole of life to him.
£11.99 - £13.99
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Expressing Our Needs
For individuals or small groups seeking to bring the ups and downs of life before God, here are 20 themed sessions, each with an accompanying downloadable track. Use this carefully crafted blend of words and music to commit your needs and concerns, together with the whole of life, to him.
£11.99 - £13.99
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Heaven Touching Earth
Does prayer seem remote from daily life? Out of touch with the modern world? It can. Yet to be worth anything, faith must relate to our day-to-day existence, touching us where we are. In Heaven Tounding Earth, the commonplace and the ordinary provide the backdrop to an encounter with God so that every part of life might be enlightened by his presence.
£9.99
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Our Broken World
A Haven in the Storm 'Here today and gone tomorrow' - a succinct summary of the transient nature of life, but while the con- stant flux of this world is part of its fascination it also brings heartache, so much that we love inevitably plucked from us. Does anything stay the same? For the Christian the answer is a resounding yes, our faith rooted in the changeless God whose loving purpose never alters, his faithfulness having inspired, encouraged, comforted and enthralled generations of believers across the years. The prayer-poems in this book articulate the sense of confusion and loss that change can bring but express also God's promise to be with us come what may. They are designed to speak both for us and to us.Finding Forgiveness If some Christians can be accused of self-righteousness, the problem for most is the opposite: an all-too-painfulness awareness of their failings. Such an awareness has its place, if it leads to a genuine desire to change, but the last thing God wants is for anyone to struggle through life burdened by a sense of guilt or shame. At heart the gospel is about God's love and mercy, his offer of forgiveness for all through Christ.The prayer-poems in this book - some general, some more specific - articulate those two aspects: the frustration and sorrow we feel at our repeated faithlessness but also the assurance of God's unfailing grace. They are designed to speak both for us and to us.Our Broken World Where is God in our world today? News headlines seem to be dominated by stories of evil, sorrow and suffering, and as Christians we struggle as keenly as anyone to make sense of it all. How can we possibly talk of a loving God amid so much that seems to question or deny his presence? The prayer-poems in this book make no pretence to offer easy answers to such conundrums, but attempt rather to articulate our sense of confusion yet also the faith we hold on to despite them. They are designed to speak both for us and to us.Living with Loss To lose a loved one is one of the most testing experiences we will ever face, bringing a bewildering roller-coaster of emotions: grief, guilt, panic, anger and confusion, to name but some. How do we cope with such feelings? How can we channel them constructively rather than let them eat away within? How can we make sense of death and our own continuing life? For the Christian such questions are as pressing as any. The prayer-poems in this book - each written from personal experience - do not promise easy answers, but attempt to wrestle with the devastating trauma of bereavement while also offering words of hope, comfort and encouragement in the light of God's eternal promises. They are designed to speak both for us and to usContentsIntroductionThe unchanging GodOur refuge and our strengthHope in despairGod with usThe wonder of creationThe cycle of the seasonsfaith, come what mayBeneath the surfaceA cry for helpThe ever-present GodGod's awesome devotionA Haven in the StormCounting our blessingsThe assurance of faithKeeping faithA love like no otherThe transforming grace of GodA haven in the stormGrateful responseA prayer from the heartOur eternal hopeThe constancy of God's loveFinding ForgivenessIntroductionLord, forgive meTaking stockPride goes before a fallTrue richesCelebrating God's goodnessFaith in actionFlawed discipleshipLearning to loveLove divineStewardship of creationGood intentionsGod's way not oursAmazing graceGiving our allRenewed commitmentThe vital ingredientGlimpsing God's presenceA faith that showsOur Broken WorldIntroductionA divided worldBehind the labelsA world in needFaith in actionPraying for othersFaith and doubtThe riddle of lifeOne people?Questions of faithFor those who care enough to show itWhen God seems distantHope in times of confusionFor the elderly and infirmThe shadow of deathOur eternal homeLiving with LossIntroductionThe pain of lossFacing the truthLetting goThe shadow of deathHonestly rememberedGetting byNew beginningsDefeat and victoryFaith in things unseenThe price of lovingThanks for the memoriesThanksgiving for a parentComfort those who mournThe promise of new lifeA love that conquers deathWe'll meet again
£7.99
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Uncommon Worship
Bringing you more inspired ideas from Nick Fawcett, Uncommon Worship contains 25 themed services which use innovative ideas, such as sight, sound, scent, taste and touch and creative talents. The flexible material can be used in a variety of contexts, and is bound to breathe new life into your regular worship.
£22.99
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The Unfolding Story
Photocopy: PermittedThe Unfolding Story is a comprehensive parish resource for reflective worship on the Old Testament. It is designed for use in public worship or for quiet days, with the 80 meditations woven into themed ready-to-use orders of service.For many the Old Testament is a closed book - primitive and dull, often barbaric, irrelevant. To reconcile the God we find there with the God revealed in Jesus is sometimes hard.But it is also the story of a people's journey across centuries towards an ever-deepening understanding of God's greatness, love and mercy, all brought together in anticipation of the promised Messiah - a journey shared and continued by every Christian.The meditations which form the basis of the services in The Unfolding Story were previously published in Grappling with God. Nick Fawcett has now developed them into complete services with•an Introduction • Prayers • Hymn suggestions • Commentries • ReadingsNothing more to do, except pray them!
£25.99
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A Quiet Word
A Quiet Word is a fully worked-out and easy-to-use resource offering everything needed to run quiet days and mini retreats. Nick Fawcett's approach adds a new dimension to exploring the scriptures by putting us into the shoes of those who knew Jesus best and encouraging us to reflect upon what Jesus means for us today.
£26.99
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Bookmarks - God Be With You Pack of 10 Individual Design
God Be With You Bookmark - Text by Nick FawcettPack of 10 of the same design
£7.99
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Thinking Of You- Sun -Standard Card
Living God, sometimes we feel knocked about by forces beyond our control, battered this way and that by circumstances until, finally, we can take the punishment no longer. Yet you promise strength to the weary and support to the faint, to see us through, In the chaos and confusion of life however fierce the testing. we put our trust in you.Text by Nick FawcettPrinted on white card with a UV finish.
£11.99
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Expressing Our Worship
For individuals or small groups seeking to bring the ups and downs of life before God, here are 20 themed sessions, each with an accompanying downloadable track. Use this carefully crafted blend of words and music to celebrate God's greatness and goodness, and to consecrate the whole of life to him.
£11.99 - £13.99
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Sacristy Prayers
The prayers that take place in the sacristy before Mass begins offer the opportunity to focus people's thoughts upon God so that they are better prepared to hear his word. Sacristy Prayers includes prayers written in everyday language for every Sunday of the Lectionary, together with additional prayers for Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday.
£14.99
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Ask Me Another: A Bible Quiz Book
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.
£18.99
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A Man Like No Other
Nick Fawcett's prayers and meditations have always spoken powerfully to those who read and hear them - and this book is no exception. -Section One is a series of meditations, written from the perspective of the characters who appear in the gospels. Grouped into themes which stimulate reflection on the person of Jesus, they are ideal as a sermon supplement or a replacement in a less formal all-age service. -Section Two has reflective services for Christian festivals throughout the year and resources for quiet days. The book presents in themed format the material from A Most Amazing Man and is designed to be flexible, providing the message of Christ and his challenge for today.
£30.99 - £33.99
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Grappling With God Vol 3
Grappling with God is a complete resource which sheds new light on familiar Bible stories by means of prayer, meditation, study and discussion. It is designed for small groups and personal use. Themes covering the whole spectrum of human emotion and experience are teased out of the Bible stories, then opened up in meditation.
£9.99
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What Do You Think?
Poetry arouses feelings, sparks imagination, prompts arguments, shapes attitudes and keeps us alert to new possibilities. It is there to make us think.This collection of poems has been selected especially for use with children in schools. The poems cover a wide range of topics, including what we think about ourselves, friends, the environment, bullying and forgiveness.Highly suitable for use in any setting, some of the poems have an explicit religious theme, presented in a way that invites reflection and careful thought.This is an exciting resource of engaging and sometimes amusing poems that will help children to think about important issues. Brief commentaries and discussion questions are provided throughout to initiate discussion.Contributing Authors:Alison CarverAli DeeNick FawcettMichael ForsterBarry HartVal HawthornePaul KeebleDenis O'GormanSusan SayersBecky SilverW. L. WallaceSarah WattsContents1. A group of thieves were waiting2. A man he was praying3. All of us are different4. All of us want to be winners5. Am I somebody's son or somebody's daughter? (Who am I?)6. Are we all different or are we the same? (Are you like me?)7. Be patient8. Believe in the future9. Can I give assistance?10. Choices, choices11. Do you ever wish you could fly?12. Don't be scared of questions13. Don't bear a load on your shoulders14. Don't big yourself up15. Don't bottle things up16. Everybody says, 'It's not my fault!' (Blame somebody else!)17. Flowers in the springtime18. Forests are chopped down19. Give some thought to those you mix with20. God gave me a body21. God is good22. God is so much more23. God sends a rainbow24. Hand in hand (We can change our world)25. How can I be a good friend today?26. How do you say, 'Thank you'? (Thank you)27. I can learn28. I can play a part29. I could be a friend30. I could climb the Eiffel Tower31. I dream of a world full of peace, not despair (Dream)32. I may be small or big33. I may not be an Einstein or Isambard Brunel34. If a friend's in need and you just don't care35. If I can be strong36. If I make things up, if I tell you lies37. If only we'd stop, and look, and see38. If you were stripy or dotty (Stripy dotty friends)39. If you're feeling kind of lonely40. If you're feeling worried, troubled41. In this world it's not hard to spot42. Is there a reason behind why we're here?43. It's good to pray44. Let's be green45. Let's have a minute's silence46. Let's take care of our body47. Life is for living now48. Many people worship49. My Granny and Granddad50. People see things this way51. Prayer's like talking on a mobile phone52. Reach for the sky53. 'Roar, roar,' said the lion54. Some are full of action55. Some people say, 'The world's too small'56. Someone in the world is hungry57. Someone near is hurting58. Sometimes my head is busy and buzzy (Heartbeat)59. Stuff!60. There are lots of things (It's good to be me!)61. There's a man we see in town62. There's a word63. There's too much hurting, too many tears64. This is the place where we are safe and free (School Song)65. Though we come from different places66. Try, try, try it again67. What shall I do with today?68. When a challenge starts off easy69. When I fail to be the person70. When I feel nervous, when I feel scared (Friendship)71. When Jesus was my age72. When someone shows a little act of kindness73. When you're feeling nervous, when you're feeling scared74. Who cares for carers?75. Yes, the journey of life76. You can't always have what you want
£19.99
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Sacred Music, Sacred Words Cd Set
However you are feeling you'll find something here to match your mood. Each of the 6 CDs contains prayers, poems and much-loved Bible verses and inspirational music for times of sorrow, comfort, forgiveness, relaxation, healing and joy.ContentsThe following list is a selection from this collection which features a perfect blend of new and evergreen material.Prayers for comfortA promise of hopeAn old Gaelic blessingChrist be with meDo not be afraidDon't quitFootprintsFriendshipFrom a friendGod's promiseHold my handThe cross in my pocketWings of faithPrayers for times of sorrowWhen you're lonelyThe BeatitudesSympathyChrist be with meThe Divine WeaverWhy?God has not promisedOne solitary lifeThe 23rd PsalmWhen dreams are brokenDeath is nothing at allWhat is dying?Prayers for joyGod is the answerInto your handsLight of lifeLovePrayer of dedicationPrayer of Francis of AssisiReach out, LordThanks be to youPrayers for healingA family prayerBe at peaceI said a prayerKnowingLife's lessonsPrayer for every dayPrayer for serenitySympathyTake courageWhen you're lonelyPrayers for forgivenessA prayer for patienceForgive me, I am weakI asked JesusIt's not easy being honestLord, I believe in youLord of my lifeMake me willingTake heartPrayers for relaxationBe at peaceFrom the Lord of loveGod has not promisedGod makes the differenceTake timeThe Lord's PrayerThe peace of GodThe tree of peaceTo each is givenTulip cafeWhere God is
£45.99
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No Ordinary Story: Holy Week & Easter
What must it have felt like to be alongside Jesus as crowds welcomed him into Jerusalem, as he agonised in Gethsemane, as he suffered on the cross, or as he greeted his followers following his resurrection? On this 2 CD set - through readings, music and a selection of his meditations - Nick Fawcett explores the extraordinary story of Holy Week.
£12.99 - £14.99
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Who Knows? - Junior Quiz Book
Who knows where Moses was set afloat in a basket? Who knows how many books there are in the New Testament? Who knows what you may find out in these eighty Bible quizzes for young people. An excellent resource for teachers, youth leaders and parents.
£13.99
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Lighten Our Path CD
An Advent study book for groups centred on the enduring symbol of both Advent and Christmas: light. Each session focuses on one aspect of light, and is provided with thoughts, readings, prayers, music, activities and points for discussion. Suitable also for personal use.
£11.99
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Expressing Our Concerns
For individuals or small groups seeking to bring the ups and downs of life before God, here are 20 themed sessions, each with an accompanying downloadable track. Use this carefully crafted blend of words and music to bring your loved ones and the wider world before God, and to consecrate the whole of life to him.
£11.99 - £13.99
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Celebrating The Seder
Why celebrate a seder meal? For Jews this is a sacred occasion, yet the Old Testament is part of Christian life as well as Jewish tradition. A seder ceremony reminds us of our joint roots; a common inheritance. This is a substantial, comprehensive resource to enable a respectful and meaningful Christian celebration of the seder.
£15.99
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Heart to Heart
Heart to Heart - Reflective thoughts and prayers by Nick Fawcett.Is there a right way to pray? Definitely not. What works for one leaves another cold, so much depending on our background, character, tradition and, above all, our understanding and experience of God. The one essential is that prayer comes from the heart, honestly expressing what we want to say to God. Some find that the only way to do this is through extemporising their own prayers; others find this well-nigh impossible, needing written prayers to help articulate their own thoughts and feelings. Most fall somewhere in the middle, quite happy to pray privately and personally, but finding written prayers a helpful stimulus.This book aims to provide such a stimulus, offering 75 reflective prayers exploring the nature and journey of Christian discipleship. Drawn from various of Nick Fawcett's study books published over the recent years, each is prefaced by a brief passage of Scripture followed by a short introduction, both designed to set the context of the prayer itself. The prayers are conversational in tone, reflecting the fact that God invites us to open our hearts to him as a friend, in the knowledge that his heart is open to us in turn.
£9.99
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