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First colour-in Communion book launched

First colour-in Communion book launched

On 9th January the Scottish Episcopal Church launches the country's first colour-in communion book, to let children scribble and scrawl their way through a service. The groundbreaking "My Holy Communion Book" has been specially designed for the hundreds of youngsters worshipping at 'Pisky' churches across Scotland.

09 January 2003

Epiphanytide prayers for world peace

Epiphanytide prayers for world peace

The following offer prayer resources for public worship and private devotion.

03 January 2003

Prayers for Peace at Epiphany

Prayers for Peace at Epiphany

Prayers for world peace, for use by parishes, congregations and individuals around Epiphany, are available on the Church of England's website An Invitation to Prayer. 

03 January 2003

Text of a letter from the Archbishop of York to parishes

Text of a letter from the Archbishop of York to parishes

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ. As we prepare to welcome and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, we do so facing the prospect of a possible war in the Middle East. 

03 January 2003

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem Christmas Message 2002

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem Christmas Message 2002

"Stand your ground with truth buckled round your waist and integrity for a breastplate, wearing on your feet the eagerness to spread the gospel of peace and always carrying the shield of faith so that you can use it to put out the burning arrows of the evil one." (Eph 6: 14-16)

23 December 2002

Archbishop Robin Eames' Christmas Message

Archbishop Robin Eames' Christmas Message

The Christian message of Christmas speaks of joy, hope, peace and confidence.

23 December 2002

Bethlehem reflections

Bethlehem reflections

Please find below some reflections and actions, which we have put together, in response to a demand from church leaders for something to use in Christmas services. 

23 December 2002

Message of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

Message of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

As members of the NGO Working Group on Israel-Palestine, representing religious and secular organizations from around the world, we join the United Nations in observing the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. 

23 December 2002

Surviving a near brush with death

Surviving a near brush with death

As Christians contemplate the miracle of their Saviour's birth during this advent season, the Revd Husam Naoum will be able to ponder a miracle of his own - surviving a near brush with death.

23 December 2002

Advent: time for personal and corporate repentance

Advent: time for personal and corporate repentance

Sermon preached by the Most Revd Frank T. Griswold, Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church in the USA, on 8th December 2002 at All Saints' Church, Margaret Street, London

11 December 2002