Monthly Archives: May 2011

Hope – Rabbi Hugo Gryn

Tom Long tells the story of Rabbi Hugo Gryn, one of the most respected rabbis in Great Britain. As a boy, he and his family were imprisoned in Auschwitz.  Orthodox, any observance would bring greater danger to them, but Hugo’s … Continue reading

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Proper 8A/Ordinary 13A/Pentecost +2

2011 – June 26th Some initial gathering of resources (230511) Season of Pentecost – Proper 8A

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Music – Pilgrim UC

Pilgrim UC has enjoyed the wonderful contribution of wordsmiths and musicians in the Pilgrim communities over the years, enriching worship in fresh and thoughtful ways. There are two major publications available – Song for the People of God 4, and … Continue reading

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Prayers for illumination

Blogsite: prayers of illumination blog resources I love this one – ‘Startle us, O God, with your truth’, used by a Minister in Chicago. The story is here or click on this link: Startle us Gracious and Holy God give … Continue reading

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Some general introductions to elements of worship

This resource has some useful collections of introductions to elements of worship (eg intro to prayer of confession, intro to call to worship etc). Could be worth keeping this as a sampler reference as it’s not specific to a particular … Continue reading

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Pentecost A

Year A Pentecost 2011 – June 12th Worship resources: Pentecost A elements of worship

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On the death of bin Laden – what now?

A compilation resource with prayers, readings and quotes on the death of Osama bin Laden (prepared as a resource for Pilgrim Open Church visitors) Osama bin Laden Textweek resources: http://www.textweek.com/response.htm

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Quran – reverence for every life

The Quran teaches reverence for every life, even the most repugnant ones. Islam stresses that the death of a person should be observed in a respectful and solemn way, whether Muslim or not. A story from Islam illustrates this point. … Continue reading

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Story of Wonhyo Sunim and Uisang Sunim

A story from the Buddhist tradition Story of Wonhyo Sunim and Uisang Sunim

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Easter 6A

May 29, 2011 – also Reconciliation Sunday – resources here: Reconciliation_Sunday_2011 Music 11am (Common Praise) 250, 625, 175, 438 RCL readings Easter 6A

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