The third Sunday after Easter we remember Jesus appearing to his disciples, and having to convince them that he was really risen fromn the dead as a man, and not a ghost. Last week our reading told us about Thomas finding it hard to believe, This week Luke's account tells of all the disciples finding it hard to accept, until Jesus asks for some food, and eats broiled fish, proving he is flesh and blood.
We celebrate Jesus rising this Sunday with a service of Morning Worship at 10.30 am and with music played by Steve Bloggs. Do come and join us for the services, and for refreshment afterwards,, as we share news of our community.
For those unable to attend our services, Astrid has prepared a sermon which becomes live on Sunday Morning, so please click on the link below. A copy of her sermon can be downloaded from our news section.
https://youtu.be/wMB3ekJjSsA
Our readings for this Sunday are:
Acts Chapter 3, verses 12-19 Peter heals a cripple, and explains that trust in Jesus makes all things possible
Luke Chapter 24 verses 36-48 Jesus appears to his disciples
Jesus appears to his disciples and convinces them of his rising from the dead, as a living person and not as a ghost, Then he opened their minds to the gospels so that they could understand them.
We still have a desperate need for peace, so continue to pray for peace and an immediate cease fire in Gaza, and an end to the war in the Ukraine.
God of all justice and peace, we cry out to you in the midst of the pain and trauma of violence and fear
which prevails in the Holy Land. Be with those who need you in these days of suffering.
We pray for people of all faiths – Jews, Muslims and Christians and for all people of the land.
While we pray to you, O Lord, for an end to violence and the establishment of peace,
we also call for you to bring justice and equity to the peoples.
Guide us into your kingdom where all people are treated with dignity and honour as your children,
for to all of us you are our heavenly father.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen.
