In Adamnan’s Life of St Columba c640, Adamnan records that there appeared to Columba the vision of an angel who held in his hand ‘a glass book of the Ordination of Kings’. On meeting Aidan, and ‘laying his hand upon his head, he ordained him and blessed him’. Aidan was made King of Dalriada, the modern … Continue reading A Reflection on the Coronation of King Charles III
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Flowers for the King … and the Fallen
Ss. Simon & Jude Church, Cockshutt It has been a busy time; getting up at the crack of dawn to be first in the queue at the Florist and so choose, and buy, the very best of flowers in various shades of Red, White and Blue, to celebrate our King’s coronation. Afterwards, it was straight … Continue reading Flowers for the King … and the Fallen
Coronation Songs of Praise – 7th May, 2023
Ss. Simon & Jude, Cockshutt What a glorious morning we woke up to - blue skies and gentle warmth. All the more welcome following the grim weather of Coronation Day! Without a Vicar to lead our morning worship, we held instead, our own special service celebrating the coronation of King Charles III – Songs of … Continue reading Coronation Songs of Praise – 7th May, 2023