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Tag: Rose

A Time for Everything- Look, See, Pray

January 7, 2021

I had taken note that the frost had turned the garden into an art gallery. Frost edged leaves, even a lonely ice-glazed rose, and diamond-decorated berries. Beautiful in a wistful way. … More A Time for Everything- Look, See, Pray

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Look Closer- Look, See, Pray

June 10, 2020

Look at the detail in the wings. Almost like leaded glass, yet tiny and fragile. Minute claws at the end of tiny legs. Multi-faceted eyes. The familiar yellow and black colouration, here for camouflage rather than warning of a dangerous sting. … More Look Closer- Look, See, Pray

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Job Satisfaction! – Look, See, Pray

June 27, 2019

I wonder who had the highest job satisfaction? The cathedral clergy directing the children in worship?  Teachers herding their charges and looking slightly harassed? Or a group of gentlemen of mature years out on a jolly?

My guess is the bees. … More Job Satisfaction! – Look, See, Pray

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Morning, with Diamonds – Look, See, Pray

September 13, 2018

Everything outside was covered in sparkling beauty. Light + raindrops = diamonds. Yesterday’s trouble and change became this morning’s gift. … More Morning, with Diamonds – Look, See, Pray

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Power of Light- Look, See, Pray

July 5, 2018

Light has power. It reveals important Truth. What is the Light highlighting right now? THAT is the subject of your next prayer. … More Power of Light- Look, See, Pray

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Deep Secret Rose – Look, See, Pray

June 14, 2018

I fell in love with “Deep Secret” when I was quite young.  Woolworths used to sell plants in tall packages, and I bought this unknown red rose from my Mum. Deep rich red, almost black when the buds are tight, and with a wonderfully strong fragrance… Mum loved it, kept it for years, picked a … More Deep Secret Rose – Look, See, Pray

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Active Intercessions – Some Ideas

June 6, 2018

Here are some ideas you could use for intercessions in Messy Church, All-Age Worship, assemblies, youth clubs etc. Salt Prayers Following Jesus’ instruction to be salt in our world, have map of the world or of your country or your town and a bowl of salt. Invite folks to come forward and sprinkle salt on … More Active Intercessions – Some Ideas

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A Trampled Rose- Look, See, Pray.

March 9, 2018

Like a rose, trampled on the ground… Thorns have roses, but beauty and truth that blossom unexpectedly is often ignored or cut down. Love never gives up. Jesus took the Fall for the Fallen. … More A Trampled Rose- Look, See, Pray.

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Broken Bits & Weirdness

… but God still loves us.
Brand new Lent devotions.
Creative intergenerational resources for groups and individuals.
Out soon, including crafts, cooking, mindfulness and traditional Bible study.

Lent Devotions

This Lent, discover the Bible as one Big Story of God and God’s people, from the very beginning of everything to the wonder of Easter morning. Daily readings, reflections and prayers.

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14 New Dramas

Your Christmas is sorted right here! A pop-up Nativity, memorable Christingle, Advent drama and more!
Plus Jonah on his way to Wales, Corby the Crow and Abraham with his Sat-Nav.

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And 12 More in Book 1

Meet Elijah and the Ravens, plus Snuffles and the Big Bad Cat. For  Christmas we have NaTVT 4U, plus Bold, Frankenstein and Mmm-errr. 30 Pieces of Chocolate for Easter fun and the poignant monologue A Bad Friday, plus loads more.

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Covid-safe Nativity Play!

God Is With Us – Everywhere!
A Rhyming Nativity Play suitable for in-person (distanced) or virtual performance by video.
Snappy and sassy, modern and meaningful.

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Advent Devotions

Imaginative daily readings and prayers for adults and children with relaxing colouring, crafts and music.

Large format, just £4.99, exclusively from Amazon.

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