Theme for December 2022: King

I believe God reigns

I believe God reigns

  A Creed – the God who reigns I believe in God, the God, the only God, who created everything and reigns as King over earth, sky, and water, Sovereign and Holy, and yet revealing Himself in the intimacy of the name “Father”. He reigns over the nations; He is seated on his holy throne. … Continue reading "I believe God reigns"...
In the school of prayer with the Seven Great ‘O’s of Advent

In the school of prayer with the Seven Great ‘O’s of Advent

  My local church – Scots International Church Rotterdam – organised a series of evening services during the season of Advent this year to further explore our theme of “Light in the Darkness” through music, prayer and candle light. On 11 December I incorporated a special focus on a liturgical treasure – the Advent Antiphons … Continue reading "In the school of prayer with the Seven Great ‘O’s of Advent"...
King of hearts

King of hearts

  A prayer High King of Heaven, You stretch out the skies like a curtain And lower the canopy of gentle night To cool the heat of the day. May your peace, dark, velvety and starlit, Descend To calm the wild beating of my heart, That I may be still.   ~ by Pat Robson, … Continue reading "King of hearts"...
King of saints

King of saints

“Light in the darkness” Advent 2022 banner, Scots International Church Rotterdam, designed and made by members of the congregation   Great and marvelous are your deeds,       Lord God Almighty. Just and true are your ways,       King of the nations. Who will not fear you, Lord,       and bring glory to your name? For you alone are … Continue reading "King of saints"...