Saint Matthew – September 21st

(September 21st in the West, November 16th in the East) The Apostle and Evangelist Matthew, was also named Levi (Mark 2:14; Luke 5:27); he was one of the Twelve Apostles (Mark 3:18; Luke 6:45; Acts 1:13), and was brother of the Apostle James (Mark 2:14). He was a publican, or tax-collector for Rome, in a … Continue reading Saint Matthew – September 21st

Collect and Bible Readings – 17th September, 2023

The Fifteenth Sunday After Trinity The Authorised Version of the Bible (KJV) Bible readings are given first, followed by the New International (NIV). The Collect KEEP, we beseech thee, O Lord, thy Church with thy perpetual mercy; and, because the frailty of man without thee cannot but fall, keep us ever by thy help from … Continue reading Collect and Bible Readings – 17th September, 2023

Holy Cross Day – 14th September 2023

On Holy Cross Day the Church celebrates the Cross as a symbol of triumph, as the sign of Christ’s victory over death. Holy Cross Day goes right back to 14th September 335, and we have the mother of a Roman Emperor to thank for it. St. Helena, with the cross - Cockshutt Church Helena was … Continue reading Holy Cross Day – 14th September 2023