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01/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

World Hijab Day


01/02/2021

On February 1st of every year, World Hijab Day Organization asks global citizens of all faiths and backgrounds to wear the Hijab (head-covering) for a day in solidarity with Muslim women worldwide. The motto for World Hijab Day 2020 is “Unity in Diversity” with the hashtag #EmpoweredInHijab.

The overall mission of WHD is to create a more peaceful world where global citizens respect each other. Particularly, WHD focuses on fighting bigotry, discrimination, and prejudice against Muslim women. This is most crucial in these times where Hijab is being banned in some countries while in other countries, Muslim women are being targeted and harassed verbally and physically.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Loving God,

we pray for all who choose to wear the hijab as an expression of faith and identity;

that they will be shown understanding and respect.

We pray, too,  for a world where diversity is embraced

and peace, justice and equality are the norm.

 

We pray this in your holy name. AMEN 

02/02/2021(1 event)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

03/02/2021(1 event)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

04/02/2021(3 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

Birthday of Rosa Parks


04/02/2021

This is a biographical video (3:16) of Rosa Parks.

This a longer video (11:28) which is an excellent resource (part of the BBC Teach series) - well worth spending a few days of Sacred Time exploring this.

 

A PRAYER FOR TODAY (CLICK HERE for a 1:00 video of this prayer)

Loving God,

We give thanks for the life of Rosa Parks who sat down for justice,

so millions of others could stand up in dignity.

 

We are thankful for her generous spirit and quiet courage

that gave hope to so many.

 

She remains a role model for us,

reminding us what one person can do

to challenge injustice in a peaceful way.

 

We do not know what impact our words and actions may have.

But may we, like Rosa, take those small steps

that can open the way to a better world.

 

We pray this in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. AMEN

World Cancer Day


04/02/2021

This is a great video (2:15) which gives a motivational overview of cancer.   It was produced for World Cancer Day 2019 but remains relevant!

 

A PRAYER FOR TODAY  (CLICK HERE for a 45 second video of this prayer)

Loving God, we ask you to bless all whose lives are affected by cancer.

 

Empower them with hope and give them opportunities

for love and laughter each and every day.

 

Give strength to their family and friends who are supporting and caring for them

and help their medical professionals to use all their experience, wisdom and compassion.

 

We ask this in your holy name! AMEN

 

 

05/02/2021(1 event)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

06/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation


06/02/2021

Today is the International Day for Zero Tolerance against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).

FGM is the partial or total removal of female genitalia or other injury to the female genitalia for non medical reasons.

In Africa alone, 100-140 million girls have undergone FGM within the 28 countries that practice FGM and about 3 million are at risk of undergoing the cut each year.

Here's a 57 second video just to get us thinking about this issue.

CLICK HERE for a video (5:32) of a UNICEF project relating to this.

 

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Loving God,

we hold before you all who are living with the consequences of FGM.

We pray for those working to dispel ignorance about this issue and that the truth be known.

We pray especially for community leaders -

that they take the side of young girls facing the prospect of FGM

and that they will lead their communities to greater understanding

so that this practice might be eradicated.

 

We pray this in your Holy Name.  AMEN

 

 

 

07/02/2021(1 event)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

08/02/2021(1 event)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

09/02/2021(3 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

Safer Internet Day


09/02/2021

In 2021, The UK is taking the theme "An internet we trust: exploring reliability in the online world"

Here's a 1:30 video introducing the theme:

The theme for 2020 was how can we create an internet where everyone is .....

F - fairly treated

R - represented

E - empowered

E - equal?

 

Here is a video (1:50) which looks at the notion of online identity.

Are you free to be you online?  Here are the thoughts of some teenagers (2:02)

 

A PRAYER FOR TODAY (available here as a 1:00 video)

Loving God,

 

We give thanks for the amazing advances in technology in recent years

brought about by the creativity and ingenuity of human beings.

 

Help us to use it wisely - to broaden our minds, to enhance the lives of all humanity;

and to deepen our knowledge and understanding of this wonderful universe.

 

We pray for governments and leaders to work to make the online world a place of safety and security

where we can communicate with and encourage each other.

 

We pray this in your holy name.  AMEN

 

Safer Internet Day


09/02/2021

In 2021, The UK is taking the theme "An internet we trust: exploring reliability in the online world"

Here's a 1:30 video introducing the theme:

The theme for 2020 was how can we create an internet where everyone is .....

F - fairly treated

R - represented

E - empowered

E - equal?

 

Here is a video (1:50) which looks at the notion of online identity.

Are you free to be you online?  Here are the thoughts of some teenagers (2:02)

 

A PRAYER FOR TODAY (available here as a 1:00 video)

Loving God,

 

We give thanks for the amazing advances in technology in recent years

brought about by the creativity and ingenuity of human beings.

 

Help us to use it wisely - to broaden our minds, to enhance the lives of all humanity;

and to deepen our knowledge and understanding of this wonderful universe.

 

We pray for governments and leaders to work to make the online world a place of safety and security

where we can communicate with and encourage each other.

 

We pray this in your holy name.  AMEN

 

10/02/2021(3 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

Feast day of St. Jose Sanchez del Rio


10/02/2021

St. José Luis Sanchez del Rio

José Sanchez del Rio was born in the western Mexican state of Michoacan de Ocampo, on March 28th, 1913.

For many years, Mexico had been embroiled in a nasty internal conflict between the Catholic Church and the State government. As a result, war erupted between the Catholics and the state in 1926. The war became known as the “Cristero War,” named by faithful Catholics for “Christ the King,” It lasted three years.

José emerged as an unlikely hero and eventual martyr of the struggle, sacrificing his life as a witness to his Catholic faith. José begged his mother to allow him to join his brothers as a soldier in supporting the Catholic efforts. She refused but he persisted.

Even at his tender age, José possessed a remarkable faith. When his mother relented, the boy performed menial tasks for the Cristeros forces. His dedication to Christ the King never wavered: despite governmental prohibition of the public practice of religion, José attended Mass whenever possible, received Holy Communion and never hesitated to proclaim his faith.

During one battle, a Cristero leader, General Guizar Morfín, lost the horse he was riding to enemy fire. Young José offered his own horse to the General to prevent his capture by federal troops but, in the process, was himself apprehended. The anti-Cristeros soldiers imprisoned and violently tortured him.

Efforts to free him proved unsuccessful. José prayed the Rosary daily throughout his imprisonment. Upon transfer to another prison, José was told he would be executed for his unbending dedication to his faith. He received the news with the courage of his religious convictions. As his captors beat him mercilessly, he could be heard praying “Long live Christ the King! Long live Our Lady of Guadalupe!”

They took his shoes and removed the skin from the bottom of his feet, forcing him to walk to the cemetery, barefoot and bleeding, where soldiers repeatedly stabbed him.

He refused to reject his faith in order to spare his own life. José Sánchez del Río was shot twice and his martyred body was thrown into an open grave on February 10th, 1928, one month short of his 15th birthday.

On October 16th 2016, Pope Francis canonised José Sánchez del Río a saint. His feast day is February 10th.

 

 

Loving God,

we give thanks for the faith and courage of St. Jose.

When our faith wavers, strengthen us.

When times are hard, comfort us.

When all seems lost, inspire us.

We pray this in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. AMEN.

 

St. Julie: pray for us, protect us and bless us.

 

 

World Pulses Day


10/02/2021

11/02/2021(3 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes


11/02/2021

This is a nice introduction to what happened in Lourdes (3 mins 51 secs)

Our Lady is special to us at St. Julie's not least because Our Lady was special to St. Julie - so much so that she named the congregation of nuns she founded as the Sisters of Notre Dame after her. Notre Dame is French for Our Lady.

You're invited this day especially to pray the Hail Mary available here as a video.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science


11/02/2021

A Prayer for Today   (available here as a 1:00 video)

 

Loving God, we thank you for the discoveries already made by women in science

which have contributed so much to our understanding of the universe.

 

We give thanks for these inspirational women who were strong enough

to break through the barriers placed in front of them

by society's expectations at the time.

 

Help us to break through any barriers which might prevent us

from being the best we can be.

 

We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN

 

12/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

Chinese New Year 2021


12/02/2021

2021 is the Year of the Ox!

Here's a video (3:25) retelling the tale of the race which underpins the Chinese New Year! 

The Ox is the second of all zodiac animals. According to one myth, the Jade Emperor said the order would be decided by the order in which they arrived to his party. The Rat tricked the Ox into giving him a ride. Then, just as they arrived at the finish line, Rat jumped down and landed ahead of Ox, becoming first.

In Chinese culture, the Ox is a valued animal. Because of its role in agriculture, positive characteristics, such as being hardworking and honest, are attributed to it.

Oxen are seen as hard workers in the background, intelligent and reliable, but never demanding praise.

The most recent Rat Years are: 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961, 1949!   Check out with your family who fits into this category!

 

A PRAYER FOR TODAY   (Here it is in a 1 minute video)

Loving God,

We thank you that, in all cultures,

the New Year means a chance for a fresh start and a new beginning. 

We pray especially for our Chinese brothers and sisters as they celebrate Chinese New Year. 

We pray for peace and love across the world and all cultures.

Help bring prosperity, hope and joy throughout this New Year for all who celebrate it.

 

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ.  AMEN.

13/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

World Radio Day


13/02/2021

14/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

15/02/2021(1 event)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

16/02/2021(1 event)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

17/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

18/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

19/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

20/02/2021(3 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

World Day of Social Justice


20/02/2021

21/02/2021(3 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

International Mother Language Day


21/02/2021

22/02/2021(3 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

Feast of the Chair of St. Peter


22/02/2021

23/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

24/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

25/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

26/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

27/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)

 

28/02/2021(2 events)

LGBT+ History Month


01/02/2021 28/02/2021

Here's a beautiful reading by Lois of I Rise - a poem by Maya Angelou - along with information about some LGBT+ sportspeople who have risen to overcome challenges. (3:00)

A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH - (as a 1:00 video)

There are some informative resources at this website: https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/

Let's get the language right!  (Can you unscramble to letters to get the right terms - 2:15 video including an invitation to prayer.)