Remembrance resources this week, including another loose-parts story, usable with Out of the Box / Godly Play bits and bobs, or whatever you have handy. Click here for the script. We Remember
You can find out more about Godly Play here and Out of the Box here
Other Resources
- Just over the Ridge – poetic reflection by richardthebaptist
- Colours of a Poppy – craft meditation
- Huge round-up of resources from all over the place
- Out of the Box website the History section has a WW1 Remembrance story and story-telling training (membership required)
- ‘Hope for the World’s Despair’ a hymn for Remembrance Day by Ally Barrett. Animated video below with vocals by Jonathan Viera.
Liturgy Resources for Proper 26
Psalm 43, Matthew 23:1-12, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13
Confession and Absolution
Lord Jesus, you criticised those who lay heavy burdens on the backs of others and lift not a finger to help. We confess that we have been quick to judge others, quick to condemn and slow to forgive.
Lord, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.
You said that the greatest among us would be the servant, but we have grasped after status and looked down on our sisters and brothers.
Christ, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
You said that those who humble themselves will be exalted, but we have lived with our eyes fixed on this world and not on our eternal home in heaven.
Lord, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.
May God forgive us all our sins,
through the redeeming work of Jesus Christ,
who humbled himself for our sakes, and now is exalted.
And may the Spirit equip us to lead a life worthy of the one
who calls us into his own kingdom and glory.
Amen.
Blessing and Dismissal
May your light and your truth, O God,
may your light and your truth lead us.
May they bring us to your holy hill
to your very dwelling.
May our souls hope in you
when they are disquieted.
May we hope
and find our help in you.
And the blessing of God …
For forth from here with exceeding joy
to live the praise and glory of God.
Amen.
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