 Today is All Saints Day. Why not spend today thinking about, talking about, or making a list of those Christians whose lives are (or were) an example to you, and pray in thanksgiving to God for the ways they inspire you.
A Prayer for All Saints Day
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 On 31 October the church remembers Martin Luther, priest and reformer, 1546.
But who was Martin Luther? Martin Luther and the Reformation  Few songs are still sung after 1,200 years. “Be Thou My Vision” is one of them. It’s one of my favourite hymns and it has been a favourite for Christians from medieval Ireland to modern churches worldwide.
Be Thou My Vision  On 29 October the church remembers James Hannington, bishop, martyr, 1847 – 1885. But who was James Hannington?
James Hannington  ‘In Christ Alone’ is one of the most popular hymns of all time. Read the story behind the hymn here.
In Christ Alone  The COP30 United Nations Climate Conference takes place from 6-21 November 2025 in Belém, Brazil. It will bring together world leaders, scientists, non-governmental organizations, and civil society to discuss priority actions to tackle climate change.
COP30: UN Climate Conference 2025  Nehemiah is one if my favourite Bible characters and I've preached on him and taught on him several times over the years. However, there’s always something new to learn and I found this article by Jennifer Slattery to be a helpful read.
Nehemiah: How To Respond To Emotionally Intense Circumstances  On 18 October the church remembers St Luke – one of the disciples of Jesus. St Luke is the patron saint of physicians, doctors, and surgeons. But who was St Luke, and what do we know about him?
Saint Luke the Evangelist  On 17 October the church remembers Ignatius of Antioch, also known as Ignatius Theophorus, bishop, martyr, c. 107. But who was Ignatius of Antioch?
Saint Ignatius of Antioch  On 16 October the church remembers Nicholas Ridley and Hugh Latimer, bishops, martyrs, 1555. But who were Nicholas Ridley and Hugh Latimer?
Nicholas Ridley and Hugh Latimer  On 15 October the church remembers Teresa of Avila, teacher of the faith and Patron Saint of Headache sufferers and Spanish Catholic Writers, 1515-1582.
But who was Teresa of Avila? Saint Teresa of Avila For 50 years, Prisons Week has encouraged Christians everywhere to pray for prisoners and their families, victims of crime and their communities and those working or volunteering in the criminal justice system. Prisons Week 2025 runs from 12- 18 October. This year we are invited to remember that, whatever your circumstances, or the place in which you stand, Gods word is not chained. https://www.prisonsweek.org/   On the second Anniversary of the events of 7 October 2023, this prayer seems as relevant as ever. #Israel #Gaza #Palestine #HolyLand #PrayForPeace
A Prayer for the People of the Holy Land  On 6 October, the church remembers William Tyndale, Bible translator (c. 1492–1536). Tyndale was the first to undertake a translation of the Bible from Hebrew and Greek into English, although he didn’t complete it. His translation has heavily influenced English Bibles today. But who was William Tyndale?
William Tyndale  On the 4 October the church remembers Francis of Assisi, Friar and deacon, Patron Saint of animals 1226. But who was Saint Francis?
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