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A vicar, from Islington way, Permitted his rose to decay. His wife, with more vigour Bought a hose with a trigger And said to her spouse, “let us spray!”   By Nigel Beeton

The truth is… Easter prayer of thanks EASTER Waiting in the darkness for the light to come Riding on a donkey The Easter Egg Hunt ** The truth is… (1 Corinthians 15:19-26) Christ has indeed been raised from the dead! This is the true, real and wonderful good news story. Thank God that in this...

(1 Corinthians 15:19-26) Christ has indeed been raised from the dead!  This is the true, real and wonderful good news story. Thank God that in this world of chaos, Lies and fake-news messengers and moaners Here is truth to sustain and encourage…   Christ has indeed been raised from the dead.   He has overcome...

Gracious, loving Father, Thank you for the wonderful reality of Jesus’ resurrection on that first Easter Day. Thank you that, because Jesus is alive, life has meaning and purpose. When we don’t understand why some things happen, when life is difficult, when we are struggling through pain and loss, help us to know your risen...

(Acrostic poem where the first letter of each line spells the word EASTER) Even though the darkness raged And all was still, the sun had gone Still they shouted their abuse Taunting Him –‘ you’re not God’s Son!   Elijah hasn’t rescued you, Renounce your claim, you’re just like me, Everyone can see you hang...

Arise! Lift up your head, lift up your eyes. Do you not see? I don’t yet hold the prize but as hope’s dawning tints the darkened skies and I press on, Eventually I will take hold of that for which He took hold of me. By Helen Brocklehurst

Riding there, O can you see? As He rides triumphantly Son of David, can it be? Riding on a donkey! Come and sing, O Sing for joy! Sing Hosanna! Sing Hosanna! Jesus comes – O sing for joy! Riding on a donkey! Waving palm-fronds as we run How we cheer to see Him come! For...

We seek them here, we seek them there, We seek those cream eggs everywhere! Within the church, within the ground Those hidden eggs which must be found!   The pulpit steps? The hymn book stand? The lectern we’ve already scanned Behind that pew? I’ll need a torch! Perhaps one’s hidden in the porch!   Aha!...

Stone-throwing Prayer for help and healing What a world what a world Jesus my Lord The Cold Caller Rekindling   **   Stone-throwing (John 8:1-11) A familiar scene … Crowds of people with strong views, clamouring, demanding their way, intolerant of others who made different mistakes, different choices. A raucous, intimidating, egocentric baying for action....

(John 8:1-11) A familiar scene … Crowds of people with strong views, clamouring, demanding their way, intolerant of others who made different mistakes, different choices. A raucous, intimidating, egocentric baying for action. A familiar scene… Where is the love? Where is the compassion? Where is the concern for the common good? How long Lord, will...

Father, You are always loving, always generous and kind to your children. Please have mercy on us as a nation at this time of turmoil and division. Help us to be tolerant and understanding of those who have different, sincerely-held opinions. And guide our leaders so that your will be done in our country and...

What a world, what a world, whirling and twirling Twisting and turning spinning in space, God with His finger brings order from chaos Mountains and seas all put in place. Man the peak of all His creation Awakes to a world full of beauty and grace, Walks in the garden with God his creator Fellowship...