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Join Philip and the congregation of St Thomas' as we take a virtual journey with Jesus on His way to the cross. This Good Friday will be like no other because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but we can still join in this journey collectively, wherever we may be. Follow the journey and join the hymn singing and prayers using this sheet

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Here are Daily Reflections for Holy week, based on seven paintings by Nebiyu Assefa. This second sheet gives pictures, words and activities for families to reflect on and do together during Holy Week. It again uses paintings by Nebiyu Assefa. Find out more about the artist from this link

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Your card can be downloaded to print HERE The instructions for the ‘origami’ card are very simple: 1. print back to back 2. fold in half and half again in such a way that ‘Holy Week’ appears on the front cover of the booklet 3. the idea is to open up the booklet during the week and use the pictures and bible readings as a prompt for prayer

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We join Rev Eliza on the journey into Jerusalem this Palm Sunday. Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. All: Glory to you, O Lord. Matthew 21.1-11 When they had come near Jerusalem and had reached Bethphage, at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, ‘Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her; untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, just say this, “The Lord needs them.” And he will send them immediately.’ This took place to fulfil what had been spoken through the prophet, saying, ‘Tell the daughter of Zion, Look, your king is coming to you, humble, and…

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Prayer for a Pandemic May we who are merely inconvenienced, remember those whose lives are at stake. May we who have no risk factors remember those most vulnerable. May those who have the luxury of working from home remember those who must choose between preserving their health or making their rent. May those who have the flexibility to care for our children when schools close remember those who have no options. May we who have to cancel a trip remember those who have no safe place to go. May we who are losing our margin money in the tumult of the economic market remember those who have no margin at all. May those who settle for quarantine at home remember…

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Listen to Rev Charles' reflections on enduring love this week and how he links it to the very challenging times in which we all find ourselves living. If you prefer, you can read his thoughts below. Don't forget to leave a comment as we'd love to hear from you! Reflection – Lent V John 11:1-45 The Gospel for this Sunday is a lengthy one, St John Chapter 11 verses 1- 45 and recounts how Jesus brings Lazarus back from the dead. But what can this passage say to us at this particular time? Well, I wonder if Jesus offers some words of hope when he says: ‘I am the Resurrection and the Life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will…

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Rev Sarah delivered this sermon today in the parish church - for the first time without a congregation. But you don't need to miss out - read her message below in our new blog today. Or listen to it by using this link Don't forget to leave a comment as we'd love to hear from you! Mothering Sunday 2020 Pray: may I speak in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen How are you doing? How do you feel about Mothering Sunday? Mothering Sunday can be one of those days which reaches to our core; for some people it will bring to the surface feelings of loss and heartache. For others, it is the cancellation of a Mothers’ Day meal or…

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