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Archbishop of York's statement on the death of HM the Queen Mother

Archbishop of York's statement on the death of HM the Queen Mother

"I have heard with great sadness the news of the death of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. She has had a unique place in the affections of people not only in this country but throughout the world.

04 April 2002

Easter Thursday message from the Bishop of Jerusalem

Easter Thursday message from the Bishop of Jerusalem

We are still in Easter Week and events are moving rather quickly with more tragedies and more killings and sufferings. These are times of great suffering to the Palestinian people, and to the Church in Palestine. 

04 April 2002

First news from the Lutheran Church in Bethlehem

First news from the Lutheran Church in Bethlehem

Dear friends, Just a quick note to let you all know that we are still alive...

03 April 2002

Prayers for use with and by children

Prayers for use with and by children

Children have long been associated with The Queen Mother's birthday celebrations and many may wish to play a part in mourning her death. The following prayers, suggested hymns and reading are offered as resources for those organising services for children during the period of mourning.

03 April 2002

Forms of Service

Forms of Service

Cambridge University Press has today published official Forms of Service for commemorating the life of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.

03 April 2002

Prayers at a time of mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother

Prayers at a time of mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother

The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have issued prayers offered for use by individuals and churches during the period of mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother.

03 April 2002

Easter Message from Bishop of Jerusalem

Easter Message from Bishop of Jerusalem

It is Easter Day, the day of Resurrection. However, this year's celebration of Christ's new life is remembered in the middle of total chaos, and persistent suffering of a lonely people, who has long been fighting for their freedom and dignity. 

03 April 2002

Urgent Appeal from Middle East Council of Churches

Urgent Appeal from Middle East Council of Churches

Urgent Appeal Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees Middle East Council of Churches

02 April 2002

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother dies peacefully in her sleep

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother dies peacefully in her sleep

Buckingham Palace announced earlier today that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother died peacefully in her sleep this afternoon at her home in Windsor.

30 March 2002