Worship Resources

Nick Fawcett's latest book is based on the Gospel readings for Year A of the Lectionary. It is in two sections, both based on the Gospels:

This Bumper Book (together with its two companion volumes sold separately) draws together material from a wide range of sources and a number of top authors to create an invaluable resource for anyone seeking help with prayers, services, sermon ideas and illustrative material both for general and all-age worship.

A fresh new translation of Mark's Gospel by renowned Biblical scholar Dr Paula Gooder, with interactive storytelling tips from well-known children's author and performer Bob Hartman. Ideal for use in churches, in all-age worship, in children's groups

Lectionary readings for Year A, retold for maximum effect

This book is for those who sense that worshipping God together is probably a good thing, but are nervous of trying to lead their church towards that vision. It acknowledges that we don't live in a perfect world-or church-and that no one has all the answers.

Through 25 tried-and-tested retellings, together with sections on the importance of story, the power of parable, the challenge of all-age storytelling and becoming a Messy storyteller, this resource communicates the immediacy and relevance of Jesus' message for Messy congregations today.

An essential read for all who are involved in this field and passionate about seeing God’s kingdom come in families, churches and communities.

The all-age talk is a task guaranteed to give preachers sleepless nights! Very few people feel they have a gift for it, and most lack confidence. This reflective and practical guide addresses these concerns, and aims to build a sure theological understanding, develop skills and grow confidence.

Marble-run prayers, milkshake prayers, paper boat prayers and teapot prayers – there’s something for everyone in this fun, thought-provoking and creative book. With a focus on peace, respect, care for others, and the world around us.

Hilarious follow-up to award-winning comedian Milton Jones' bestselling '10 Second Sermons'. In his imitable surreal style, Milton dissects the bemusing world of faith with some short, sharp one-liners about God, the Church and being a Christian - all designed to make us think about what we believe from a completely different perspective.

In Matthew 11:15, Jesus says, 'Whoever has ears, let them hear'. How do we make sure we are saying things in a way that invites all people - no matter their background - to engage with what it means to be church today? This colourful, engaging and practical book will help leaders and members alike be more mindful of how they ‘communicate church’ both inside and outside of it within our dynamic

Arranged under key themes for ease of use, these prayers cover numerous aspects of life and faith. More selected prayers for public worship

A powerful new anthology with enduring relevance for today

Annie Heppenstall – a professed Franciscan tertiary drawn to expressions of Earth Spirituality and of the Feminine Divine, and the bestselling author of The Book of Uncommon Prayer – provides in Worship for Lent and Easter a truly rich and remarkable weekly liturgy, the underlying theme throughout being that of place and inclusivity.

A collection of intercessions to accompany the Church of England Common Worship Lectionary, years A, B and C, all in one volume.

Includes instructions on how to plan, create and lead whole church family worship throughout the church year

Meditations, Reflective services and Quiet Day outlines based on the Gospel Readings for Year C of the lectionary

This collection of punchy Prayers is designed to help those leading acts of worship-whether in Church, schools, house groups, youth clubs or midweek meetings-to pray simply but effectively on behaif of those present.

This collection presents over fifty powerful sermons from one of the most trusted preachers today, Walter Brueggemann. In it, Brueggemann continues his task of making the biblical text available to the church. He sees preaching as a performance of God's good rule that, in an act of utterance and receptive listening, mediates the truthful, joyous reality of that rule.

Worship 4 Today is a three-part course specially designed to train and equip all who lead worship in the local church - those with prior experience or none, musicians and the non-musical, ordained or lay, those who lead the prayers, operate the technology, employ the creative arts, or participate in any way.