Tag: hope

Come and See

January 14, 2024

Good morning and welcome to our service of holy communion for Sunday 24 January, the second of Epiphany. Rev Sue will preside and Rev Helen will preach. We begin with the hymn “The Summons” … More Come and See

Tomorrow shall be my Dancing Day – (Trad., arr. Various)

January 9, 2024

This is an ancient carol, probably dating from the late medieval period, and based on a mystery play. It tells the story of Jesus’ life from his own perspective, from the annunciation of Mary to the manger, his baptism by his cousin John, his forty days in the wilderness, betrayal by Judas Iscariot, trial, death and resurrection … More Tomorrow shall be my Dancing Day – (Trad., arr. Various)

Epiphany – the Arrival of the Wise Men

January 7, 2024

Good morning and welcome to our service of holy communion for Epiphany, in which we celebrate the arrival of the Wise Men. Rev Sue presides, and started by reminding us that the Magi were neither local nor Jewish, the Messiah came to earth for the good of all. Children then brought those characters from around the church to join the gathering in the manger. … More Epiphany – the Arrival of the Wise Men

The Lamb of God

January 3, 2024

Today we are picking up the threads of a story which began before Christmas. We heard how the Pharisees had sent their disciples to ask John to tell them who he was. We have moved from Advent to Christmas and now the one who was expected arrives. In John’s gospel there are no stories around Jesus’ birth and this is the first time we meet him.  John the Baptist announces who he is “Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” That’s a startling way to introduce someone. What would have come to mind for those who had gathered to hear John’s message … More The Lamb of God