My Calendar
Events in October 2020
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
Feast of St Therese of Lisieux International Day of Older Persons International Day of Older Persons
01/10/2020International Day of Older Persons
Between 2017 and 2030, the number of persons aged 60 years or over is projected to grow by 46 per cent (from 962 million to 1.4 billion) globally outnumbering youth, as well as children under the age of 10. Moreover, this increase will be the greatest and most rapid in the developing world. Population ageing is poised to become one of the most significant social transformations of the 21st century.
Older people have always played a significant role in society as leaders, caretakers and custodians of tradition. Yet they are also highly vulnerable, with many falling into poverty, becoming disabled or facing discrimination. As health care improves, the population of older people is growing. Their needs are also growing, as are their contributions to the world.
The International Day of Older Persons is an opportunity to highlight the important contributions that older people make to society and raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges of ageing in today’s world.
Here is a beautiful video (4:14) about the mutual benefits of relationships between old and young:
A 2:15 reflection on the day in video form.
A PRAYER FOR TODAY (available here in video – 2:38)
God of all creation, you are timeless and beyond all ages.
We who are growing old give thanks for the years you have given us –
for family, friends and all those who have enriched our lives.
We who are not yet old give thanks for the older people in our lives:
for grandparents, loved ones, friends and all who use their wisdom to guide us.We who are growing old pray that we may be patient with our ageing limbs
and difficulties in everyday tasks we once did much more easily.
We who are not yet old pray for patience and kindness
towards those who do not move as quickly as we would sometimes like.We who are growing old pray for good health in our later years,
and forbearance when our health fails us.
We who are not yet old pray for good health for those we love
and compassion towards those who suffer ill health.We who are growing old pray for prudence and sweet timing, in offering our wisdom to the next generation, while respecting their energy and creativity.
We who are not yet old pray for openness and kindness in the advice and guidance of our elders.We who are growing old pray that we may face our death with serenity and dignity.
We who are not yet old pray that we affirm the value and sacredness of each person’s life
and accompany those who are dying with gentleness and respect.God of the old and young, help us to understand that we share a common life journey,
to live life in all its fullness and to appreciate each other all life long.We pray this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
Birthdate of Mahatma Gandhi and International Day of Non-Violence. Birthdate of Mahatma Gandhi and International Day of Non-Violence.
02/10/2020This date was chosen by the United Nations as a day of non-violence specifically because it is the birthdate of this amazing human being – Gandhi – who was assassinated in 1948. Here’s a mini-biography (2:45):
A 2 minute video about the Father of the Nation – India.
GANDHI – what did he say? (A 2:00 video reflection)
The Holy Guardian Angels The Holy Guardian Angels
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
Feast of St Francis of Assisi Feast of St Francis of Assisi
04/10/2020The Holy Father, Pope Francis, took his name from this great saint!
Francis (the Saint, not the Pope) is accredited with this beautiful prayer – set to music here by Sebastian Temple:
CLICK HERE to have a look at and reflect on some of the words of the Holy Father (2:00).
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
World Teachers’ Day World Teachers’ Day
05/10/2020Happy World Teachers’ Day!
Enjoy this really moving video (3:32) of some people reflecting on a world without teachers!
Here’s a reflective prayer for teachers (2:56)
And you can click here for a 30 second prayer!
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary
07/10/2020October is a month dedicated in the Catholic Church to the rosary! You can join us in meditating upon the mysteries of the rosary by clicking here.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
World Post Day -
BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
World Mental Health Day World Mental Health Day
10/10/2020Here’s a 75 second prayer for today.
It’s good to know the facts! (Note – there’s no sound with this clip!)
You’re invited to pray for those who are feeling fragile using THIS VIDEO.
Here’s another short prayer (1:15) for Mental Health.
A powerful reflection (devised and performed by some of our wonderful students) on asking: Are you OK?
This is a 12 minute video especially for our staff – who are just amazing but who still need to look our for and after themselves in order to look out for and after their students!
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
International Day of the Girl Child International Day of the Girl Child
11/10/2020International Day of the Girl Child
Here’s a terrific video (2:02) from 2018:
And this is from 2019:
BUT DID YOU KNOW?
- Worldwide, nearly 1 in 4 girls aged 15–19 years is neither employed nor in education or training compared to 1 in 10 boys of the same age. By 2021 around 435 million women and girls will be living on less than $1.90 a day — including 47 million pushed into poverty as a result of COVID-19.
- 1 in 3 women worldwide have experienced physical or sexual violence. Emerging data shows that since the outbreak of COVID-19, violence against women and girls (VAWG), and particularly domestic violence, has INTENSIFIED.
- At least 60% of countries still discriminate against daughters’ rights to inherit land and non-land assets in either law or practice.
As adolescent girls worldwide assert their power as change-makers, International Day of the Girl 2020 will focus on their demands to:
- Live free from gender-based violence, harmful practices, and HIV and AIDS
- Learn new skills towards the futures they choose
- Lead as a generation of activists accelerating social change
So, why is education for girls so important around the world?
Here’s what the World Bank says:
“Investing in girls’ education may well be the highest return investment in the developing world.”
TODAY – you are particularly invited to pray:
that, across all faiths and cultures, women and girls would be seen as made in the image of God, with equal worth and value as men and boys;
for protection of the girl child -whether that be in terms of gender selective abortion, female genital mutilation and forced marriages;
for decision makers – in churches, institutions and governments – to smash the glass ceilings that prevent girls from enjoying full equality.
And we ask our smiling saint – that champion of girls’ education and well-being –
St. Julie: pray for us, protect us and bless us.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
World Arthritis Day World Arthritis Day
12/10/2020A short introduction (1:05) on the impact of arthritis:
Here’s a link to the Versus Arthritis YouTube channel which has lots of short and informative films about this condition. VERSUS ARTHRITIS YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Arthritis is not a condition faced just by older people. This LINK takes you to an excellent resource about young people living with arthritis!
A PRAYER FOR THIS DAY (available here as a 1:00 video)
Loving God,
we place before you all who are living with arthritis:
we ask for your comfort when times are hard; when the pain is intense; when everyday activities are impossible;
we pray for all who care for those with arthritis;
that their compassion will be a source of strength;
we pray for all who encounter people living with arthritis;
that they will seek to develop their understanding and respond kindly and justly;
we pray for medical professionals – especially those researching treatments and cures;
that they will be relentless in their quest to make life better for others.
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.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
13/10/2020International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
A 43 second intro to this topic:
10 Things You Should Know:
A PRAYER FOR TODAY (available here as 1:30 video)
Loving God, we pray for all who have suffered because of natural disasters:
for those who have lost their lives so suddenly;
for families changed forever by the loss of loved ones.
Lord, who wept at the death of your friend, Lazarus,
give them consolation and comfort.
Give them strength and courage to face the challenges ahead.
Lord who walked the way of the cross,
walk with those who have survived,
carry their burden with them and heal traumatic memories.
Lord who fed the 5000,
we ask your provision for those who have lost:
their homes, livelihoods, security and hope.
Give relief agencies, decision makers and all supporting them
both wisdom and timely access to the resources needed.
Help us to respond generously in prayer and practical help.
We pray this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
International Day of Rural Women International Day of Rural Women
15/10/2020International Day of Rural Women
This day recognizes the role of rural women, including indigenous women, in enhancing agricultural and rural development, improving food security and eradicating rural poverty.
Rural women and girls play a significant role in agriculture, food security and nutrition, land and natural resource management and unpaid and domestic care work.
Women also collect firewood, process foodstuffs by hand, and collect water; 80% of households without piped water rely on women and girls for water collection. Rural women are at the front of the battle lines when natural resources and agriculture are threatened.
Just imagine not being able to go to school because you have to walk 5 miles to collect water for your family.
Just imagine being late every day for school because you have to scavenge for firewood in increasingly far distant places.
Just imagine not being able to do your homework because there is no lighting in your village.
Just imagine facing the prospect as a young girl of being denied education because you have to marry someone much older than you.
AN INVITATION TO PRAYER
You are invited to pray:
for rural women and girls – that helpful technology and infrastructure will help them in the daily tasks they undertake for their families;
for access to education where this is denied for whatever reason;
for attitudes towards equality to spread and develop that all people might benefit from the riches of this world.
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.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
World Food Day World Food Day
16/10/2020Food – the very stuff of life! Give us this day our daily bread! You are what you eat!
Here’s what the Pope tweeted on 16th October 2019!
It’s World Food Day and it’s always uncomfortable to be reminded that children will go to sleep hungry to night!
Here are just a few statistics from the Food Aid Foundation:
- Some 795 million people in the world do not have enough food to lead a healthy active life.
- The vast majority of the world’s hungry people live in developing countries, where 12.9 percent of the population is undernourished.
- Asia is the continent with the most hungry people – two thirds of the total. The percentage in southern Asia has fallen in recent years but in western Asia it has increased slightly.
- Sub-Saharan Africa is the region with the highest prevalence (percentage of population) of hunger. One person in four there is undernourished.
- Poor nutrition causes nearly half (45%) of deaths in children under five – 3.1 million children each year.
- One out of six children — roughly 100 million — in developing countries is underweight.
- One in four of the world’s children are stunted. In developing countries the proportion can rise to one in three.
- If women farmers had the same access to resources as men, the number of hungry in the world could be reduced by up to 150 million.
- 66 million primary school-age children attend classes hungry across the developing world, with 23 million in Africa alone.
Have a look at this 30 second clip:
It seems so big but we can do stuff. We can contribute to charities that work overseas. CAFOD springs to mind.
- Maybe, we could consider buying one of their World Gifts for someone this year – https://worldgifts.cafod.org.uk/
- Maybe we need to consider how much food we waste and re-align our behaviour.
- Maybe we could eat more healthily ourselves in appreciation of how fortunate we are.
Don’t forget too that we can contribute to the local Micah Foodbank for our local people who go hungry – often unnoticed. You might think it’s all too big a problem to make a difference but change starts with the individual and it’s never a bad time to do a good thing!!!
God bless!
HERE’S A PRAYER VIDEO (1:15) FOR TODAY
Creator God,
We give thanks today for all who produce, prepare and serve food.
We give thanks for their diligence in ensuring that what we eat is safe to eat.
May they be rewarded fairly and feel appreciated for their efforts and expertise.
Guide us all in our food choices.
Help us to consider sustainability, animal welfare and the elimination of wasteful practices.
God who provided manna from heaven,
where there are hunger emergencies help us respond generously;
guide decision-makers in leading just and compassionate societies where all are looked after and no-one goes hungry.
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
17/10/2020 -
BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
Anti-Slavery Day Anti-Slavery Day
18/10/2020Click on this logo to find out more.
Which century are we living in?
Slavery didn’t end with abolition in the 19th century. It still exists today in every country in the world. There are estimated nearly 21 million people in slavery across the world. Modern slavery is the severe exploitation of people for personal or commercial gain. Victims are deceived or coerced into a situation which they cannot leave.
Slavery is closer than you think. It happens all over the world, including the UK and the rest of Europe.
In 2015, the government acknowledged that slavery was not a thing of the past and passed legislation:
Here are 10 things that you maybe didn’t know about slavery in Britain:
Which do you find most concerning and why?
How might you recognise instances of slavery?
Someone in slavery might:
- appear to be under the control of someone else and reluctant to interact with others
- not have personal identification on them
- have few personal belongings, wear the same clothes every day or wear unsuitable clothes for work
- not be able to move around freely
- be reluctant to talk to strangers or the authorities
- appear frightened, withdrawn, or show signs of physical or psychological abuse
- dropped off and collected for work always in the same way, especially at unusual times, i.e. very early or late at night.
What to do if you spot the signs?
If you suspect that someone is in slavery, DO NOT confront them or cause a scene as this will likely lead to increased harm for them. Instead, inform relevant authorities or organisations working in the field.
If you are in the UK and suspect someone might be in slavery, you have several options:
- Call the Modern Slavery Helpline on 08000 121 700 or fill out an online form.
- Contact the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority to report concerns about the mistreatement of workers on 0800 432 0804, or by email intelligence@glaa.gsi.gov.uk
- Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
- Contact the Police
- Contact Anti-Slavery International or other specialist anti-slavery organisations
A PRAYER FOR THIS DAY (available as video – 45 secs – by clicking here)
Loving God,
we place before you all who are living as slaves;
all who are exploited, manipulated and taken advantage of;
all who feel trapped with no hope of escape.
Give them strength and comfort,
Guide us to notice, speak up and act,
Help the authorities take the side of these your children
that they be liberated and healed.
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.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
World Statistics Day World Statistics Day
20/10/2020World Statistics Day is celebrated every 5 years on 20th October and 2020 is the 3rd WSD.
In this year, because of CoronaVirus, we have probably been more engaged with statistics than ever before. The daily graphs and data help scientists and governments adapt their policies. But behind every figure, there is a human story!
For example, the above shows a total of 43,155 deaths – but each of those is of a person – a human being who has lived a life which has been cut short; each is a person missed and grieved over by family and friends – lives have been ended, lives have been changed.
This day, you;re invited to pray these words given to us by Archbishop Malcolm:
God Our Father,
each person is precious to You.
You are the Giver of life.
Have mercy on us and protect us at this time,as the coronavirus threatens health and life.
You are an ever-present Helper in time of trouble.
Watch over those who are suffering,give strength to those who are aiding the sick
and give courage to all in this time of anxiety.
We ask this of you in the name of your Son.
Jesus Christ.
Amen.And here is another reflection – 2:50 in length – focused on the CoronaVirus pandemic.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
United Nations Day United Nations Day
24/10/2020Here’s a prayer video (0:45) for United Nations Day.
So, what do the United Nations do? CLICK HERE for a 1:41 video answering that very question!
- Do you think the United Nations is working well?
- Why do you think this?
- What are the challenges facing the UN at the moment?
- What can each of us do, as individuals, to support the work of the UN?
- Can you think about how the world would be different without the UN?
In 1948, the UN passed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. CLICK HERE for a 1:41 video outlining these!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
We reflect on our fellow citizens of the world;
each with amazing potential;
each with emotions;
each with the same basic needs.
We pray for all of them and resolve to work towards that day when all people of all nations will indeed be united in working for the common good.
AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
World Day for Audiovisual Heritage -
BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK HISTORY MONTH
01/10/2020 – 31/10/2020Welcome to Black History Month at St. Julie’s. We hope conversations might be started that continue long after the end of October.
Here’s a short intro (1:16) for 2020:
A prayerful reflection (3:55) focusing on a conversation between a person and God:
So how much do we know of Black History? Here’s a video (7:46) that might, unfortunately, be surprising.
The last video referred to 1919. So, what was that all about? Our city is significantly involved. Find out more (5:37)
N.B. This video comes with a warning about language used.
1919 was the year after the First World War. Here’s an important perspective on that conflict (6:17) which is not often explored.
So, that was very definitely history! What about today and most particularly education today? Here’s a BBC report (12:28) about what it is to be black and at Cambridge University.We’ve all probably heard of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott but have you heard about the Bristol Bus Boycott? (Find out more below.)
A PRAYER FOR THIS MONTH (available here as a one minute video)
Loving God,
Help us deepen our understanding, appreciation and experience of living as one people – all made in your image – all sharing a common home.
In this special month and beyond, give us courage to ask questions of ourselves and others – even if those questions and responses make us uncomfortable.
Help us move beyond the complicity of silence which allows injustice to continue. Help us not be party to postponing that day when all of your people will feel valued and loved – and that we arrive together at the awesome moment when there will be no them – only US!
We ask this in your Holy Name. AMEN
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