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Lenten 'Spring' Prayer
Spirit of the Living God, be the Gardener of our lives today Clear away the dead growth of the past Break up the hard clods of routine and weariness Stir in the rich compost of your vision for us Bury deep in us the word of your truth Cultivate and water our hearts as we…
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Communion Meal – The Jack Pine Tree
Today we have communion meal. This is a time where we remember Jesus’ life. There is a song that I love called ‘The Jack Pine.’ It reminds me of how Jesus’ death has bought life to others. The jack pine tree has its seeds hidden in thick pine cones. The only way these seeds can…
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A Devotion on Fasting
Here is the first study from our Lent Bible study series. It happened over a pancake meal in the tradition of Shrove Tuesday. Incase you have missed it you might enjoy this reflection for yourself at the eve of Lent. You can read an introduction to Lent at the bottom of this page. https://www.ehillschurch.com/sundays-february-april-2/ Introduction: The…
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Papa Panov's Christmas Story
A moment from the gift-giving time at our Christmas Dinner celebration. Papa Panov’s Christmas is a well-known and beautiful Christmas story, written by Leo Tolstoy. Clip produced by Brunstad Christian Church North America.
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Advent Week 2 – At Home
Santons in the Home Advent week 2 Offer a drink to God this week, be mindful and prayerful as you pour it, bottle it or buy it for yourself or others. May it be a blessing to a new relationship in your life. May they know that Christ is near, Hope is near, Love is…
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Advent Week 1 – At Home
Offer a meal to God this week. Be mindful and prayerful as you prepare it or purchase it for yourself or others. May it be a blessing to those close to your heart. May they know that Christ is near, Hope is near, Love is near with every mouthful. To read at home: 1 Corinth 1:1-9.…
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A call to worship with the Currawongs – Reflection on the changing seasons
Introduction We are beginning this series in a time where we can feel in the air and in our bones that we are in a new season. The traditional people of this land, the people of the Kulin (koolin) nations, call this season in September-October ‘Poorneet tadpole season.’ Temperatures are rising but the rain continues.…
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Prayers, communion & spice quiz on World Communion Sunday
Grace over our Feast Prayer of St Norman patron saint of hungry middle aged slightly balding asian men… with spectacles Dear God Thank you for the gift of difference Thank you that by your love your grace your sacrifice we are all wonderfully created unique and beautiful – each of us a pixel in a…
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Communion Liturgy – Welcoming Hands
Materials: Brown paper spread over two trestle tables, communion meal in centre, markers and pastels. Image of Aboriginal hand painting. Introduction: When Jesus was preparing to die and prove his true power and authority, he looked at his friends who he loved so much and asked that we always remember him over a meal.…
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Michael Kiwanuka – I'm Getting Ready
An oldie AND a goodie
