IDEAS for the Sunday before Advent & Christ the King (Year A)

These are the resources on offer for the Sunday before Advent & Christ the King (Year A)

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The related readings for this Sunday are:

Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24
Psalm 95:1-7a
Ephesians 1:15-23
Matthew 25:31-46

We have chosen the theme: The Shepherd King

The second service readings for this Sunday are:

2 Samuel 23:1-7
Psalm 93
Matthew 28:16-20

We have chosen the theme: Last words

You can buy access to all these resources for as little as £3

Worship

Introduction

	As an opening video we are offering "Psalm 95" by the Sons of Korah - Download - Sample There is also a version with words to use as a reaidng or assist the hard of hearing. The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme.
	We are also offering "Is this the world we created" by Freddie Mercury - Download - Sample This song is used during the prayers for others. The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme.
	As an opening video we are offering "Welcome, King of kings" by Noel Richards - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme. There is also a version with words to lead congregational singing

Prayers:

A call to worship	A prayer of approach	The prayers in this section are also in a PDF file - Download
A prayer of praise	A prayer of confession

Songs: The following songs could be used in this part of the service

	And He shall reign for ever, SOF 655, MP 802, TS 22 Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Graham Kendrick, © 1991 Make Way Music and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	Rejoice, the Lord is King, HP 243, STF 335, RAS 657, CP 563 , SOF 482, MP 575, TS 948 Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are by Charles Wesley. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme.
	I give you all the honour, SOF 210 , MP 271, TS 203 Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Carl Tuttle, © Mercy, Vineyard Publishing (UK/Eire), Adm Song Solutions Copycare and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	Welcome King of kings, SOF 1093, MP 958, TS 548 Available as a full video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Noel Richards, © 1991 Thankyou Music and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	Born in song, HP 486, STF 21 And also as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: © Brian Hoare, Jubilate Hymns Ltd. and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.

Material suitable for children

Talks

	For children there is a story of Papa Panov who wanted to help Jesus - Download There are also a PowerPoint slide to accompany the talk - Download
	There is an all age address that explores concepts of kingship and then contrasts this with the kingship of God - Download There are also PowerPoint slides to accompany the talk - Download

Songs:

	Jesus went out of His way, KS 610 Also available as an animated video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: © 2001 John Hardwick and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report..
	Lord, you’ve promised through Your Son, KS 244 Available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Alan J. Price, © 1992 Song Solutions Daybreak and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	Jesus is the King Available as an animated video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Paul Sheely, © Emu Music Australia Inc (Permission applied for). Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report. Animations are by Malcolm Evans
	Some things make you angry, KS 304 Available as an animated video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Paul Field, © Song Solutions Daybreak and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report

Word

Readings:

	Psalm 95:1-7a is offered as a Lectionary Video - Sample
	Matthew 25:31-46 on The Visual Bible - Matthew - Sample
	Psalm 95 is offered as a Sons of Korah video with words - Download - Sample
	O come let us sing to the Lord (Psalm 95, Venite). STF 818 The words are copyright: NRSV, © 1989, 1995 the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme.

Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24	Psalm 95:1-7a	This week's readings are from the NIV Reflection by Rev'd Ann Bossingham, MA, BEd - Download Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 Biblica. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
Ephesians 1:15-23	Matthew 25:31-46

Talk:

There is a talk that explores the concepts of Jesus being a king, a shepherd and a vulnerable person - Download.

There are also PowerPoint slides to accompany the talk - Download

Drama:

Sketches:

By Ann Bossingham - Welcoming the preacher - Dr Shepherd's welcome comes from an unlikely individual - Download

By Dave Hopwood from Sketching out the Gospel - The parable of the sheep and goats - A dramatic retelling of this parable - Download

Second service:

	Matthew 28:16-20 is available on The Visual Bible - Matthew - Sample
	Psalm 93 is offered as a Just Worship Video Download - Sample
	The Lord is king and has put on glorious apparel (Psalm 93), Words The words are copyright: From Common Worship, © 2000, 2010 The Archbishop's Council. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme.

2 Samuel 23:1-7	Psalm 93	This week's readings are from the NIV Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 Biblica. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
Matthew 28:16-20

Talk:

There is a talk that compares the last reported words of King David with those of Jesus - Download.

There are also PowerPoint slides to accompany the talk - Download

Songs:

	At the name of Jesus, HP 74, STF 317, RAS 261, CP 380, SOF 32, MP 41, TS 33, JP 13 Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are by Caroline Maria Noel. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme.
	The love of God comes close, STF 654, SOF 2552, MP 940, TS 1533, RAS 107 Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: John Bell & Graham Maule, © 1988, 1997 WGRG, Iona Community. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	God is love, His the care, HP 220, STF 403, RAS 274 Available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words by Percy Dearmer. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme.
	We have a gospel to proclaim, HP 465, STF 418, CP 612, SOF 1583, MP 728 Also available as a video with backing track - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: © Edward J Burns and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.

Response

Prayers:

A prayer for others		The prayers in this section are also in a PDF file - Download The prayers for others include prayer stations and a time for personal prayer. We also offer a video to "Is this the world we created" by Freddie Mercury (see above). This and the prayer need to downloaded and kept in the same folder. There are suggestions of prayer stations for Send a Cow, Christian Aid, Water Aid and Release International along with this week's special Sundays
An offering prayer	A blessing

Other Resources:

	The prayer of thanksgiving from At the Breaking of the Bread for Ordinary 3 At the Breaking of the Bread is a set of PowerPoint communion liturgies to match the Methodist Worship Book created for Methodist Publishing by the Family Friendly Churches Trust. Now available as a download
	The prayer of thanksgiving from All Included for November All Included is a set of 16 all age communion liturgies. One for each month of the year and then Christmas, Easter, Trinity and Covenant. There is also a Baptism/Dedication service. Each service is available as PowerPoint files and also PDF booklets for printing. Also includes a Baptism/Dedication service. Now available as a download

Songs: The following songs could be used in this part of the service

	When I needed a neighbour were you there, STF 256, SOF 1604, JP 275 Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Sydney Carter, © 1965 Stainer & Bell Ltd., and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	You’ve put a new song in my mouth, SOF 1689 Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: Matt Redman, © 2000 Thankyou Music and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	You shall love the stranger with you, Words Also available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: © 2008 Andrew Pratt and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.
	Go forth and tell! O church of God awake, HP 770, RAS 574, CP 437, SOF 738, MP 178 Available as a video with words and music - Download - Sample The backing track is distributed using PRS Licence LE-0035170 . The words are copyright: James Seddon, © The representatives of the late James Seddon, Adm Jubilate Group and used with permission. Please do not pass it on outside the IDEAS scheme and declare its use on your CCLI report.

Notes

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