NASA Reveals the Coming of Messiah. Signs in the Heavens! God Gave Signs in the Heavens to Mark the First and Second Coming of Messiah
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DECEMBER 2018 / JANUARY 2019 ELEVEN SAYS ISSUE 274 THE NEWSPAPER OF THE BRAMERTON GROUP OF CHURCHES COVERING 11 PARISHES NASA reveals the Coming of Messiah. Signs in the Heavens! God gave signs in the heavens to mark the first and second coming of Messiah. „Let there be lights in the expanse of the sky … and let them be for signs and for seasons,…and God saw that it was good.‟ Genesis 1:14-19. The Wise Men from the East were possibly prophets inspired by Daniel who saw, „one like the son of man, coming with the clouds of heaven … he was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all peoples nations and men of every language worshipped him. His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom that will not pass away, and his kingdom will never be destroyed‟. Daniel 7:13-14. The Wise men asked, „Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him‟. Matthew 2:2. The Sparrow‟s Prayer Thanks to NASA mapping the Heavens, we know that Father, before this sparrow‟s earthly flight three planets, Venus (the Bright Morning Star), Jupiter Ends in the darkness of a winter‟s night; (The Righteous King), and Regulus (The King Star), Father, without whose word no sparrow falls, came into line at Tabernacles 3BC to create the brilliant Star of Bethlehem. They came back into alignment Hear this, thy weary sparrow, when he calls. between April and June 2BC to guide the Wise Men to Mercy, not justice, is his contrite prayer, meet the nine month old Baby Messiah. Cancel his guilt and drive away despair; All this happened at the Feast of Tabernacles in early Speak but the word and make his spirit whole October. This is a time of Celebration that started with Cleanse the dark places of his heart and soul, the engagement of the Jews to God when they received at Mt. Sinai the Torah, a guide to holy living under God‟s Speak but the word and set his spirit free; blessing. They remembered God‟s faithful provision in Mercy, not justice, still his constant plea, the Wilderness by living again in booths. They also looked forward to the coming of Jesus the Messiah and So shall thy sparrow, crumpled wings restored His Millennial Kingdom of peace on Earth. Soar like a lark and glorify his Lord. Quentin Hogg, Lord Hailsham, 1907-2001 The Angels appeared to Shepherds who were actually This poem is included in the Anthology, Romance Poems, available from Temple Priests who were rearing the Passover Lamb. All www.branchpress.com accommodation had been booked way ahead by Jews visiting Jerusalem for the Feast. So Mary and Joseph If you need a priest . had to make a booth, in which traditionally there would have been a Bread Basket and a Cloth to keep the bread If any parishioner in the Rockland fresh. So Jesus, the Bread of Life, was born in a Booth, Benefice needs to speak to a priest during and placed in a Bread Basket and wrapped in a Bread the interregnum (vacancy of an Cloth! incumbent) please telephone Rev Mandy Ansell, 01508 538654 It is only when we humble ourselves, like the Wise Men, or email [email protected]. to seek the Messiah that we can „Soar like a Lark and If unavailable please telephone Rev Chris Ellis, glorify our Lord,‟ as Lord Hailsham put in his poem of 01508 484174 or email [email protected]. „The Crumpled Sparrow‟ which is on the right. Otherwise please telephone The Rural Dean, David Owen, John Wright 01508 522993 or email [email protected] You may send contributions and photos to the Editor by post or by email to [email protected] Are you interested in a different La Belle Heather PEARL’S POOL approach for your child with Rockland St Mary Time Share Swimming Pool Specific Learning Difficulties? 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Insurance work undertaken They show high levels of involvement and FASCIAS * BARGEBOARDS sustained learning in a wide range of GUTTERING * CLADDING activities.” Ofsted 2017 SOFFITS & DOWNPIPES Come and visit us All Carpentry work and roof repairs Rated GOOD by Ofsted Village Hall, Thurton NR14 6AX Mark Clayton, 87 The Street Rockland St Mary, Norwich Sandra (01508) 480545 www.thurtonpreschool.co.uk Tel: 01508 538757 Find us on Facebook Mobile: 07710 124949 2 Rev John Shaw‟s Retirement Service Gentlemen, you are cordially invited to a On Sunday 30th September folk from across the Benefice filled Mid-Day Mardle Surlingham Church for Reverend John's final service as our parish priest. An opportunity for men to quench their thirst for good company, conversation and, perhaps, to take a glass of something. New It was a joyful and for members are always given a warm welcome. some, a tearful event, as we wished John and Wendy a long, fulfilling and exciting retirement The Ferry House, Surlingham anytime between 12 and 2pm as they moved to the next chapter in life's journey. Christmas Gathering on Wednesday Dec 5th Rev John has been our priest for 15 years Sonia has prepared a special menu for proving spiritual and pastoral support to the us, to say thank you for all our support local communities and throughout the year. schools in his unique and inimitable style. He was a great fit for the people here in this beautiful part of rural Norfolk. We were very Christmas Baguette with chips: turkey or vegetarian option, fortunate to be able to engage and enjoy his ministry and leadership. stuffing and cranberry sauce £5.95 We will all miss Reverend John and Wendy as a presence in our Game Pie or Vegetarian Nut Roast with new potatoes and villages with their creative, inspirational and relaxed style to rural vegetables £8.95 ministry. Christmas Pudding with brandy sauce £3.95 This will be their legacy as we endeavour to improve all that is good in our communities, whilst recognising the relevance of our ancient Next Meetings: January 9th (Please note: 2nd Wednesday of Parish Churches and their supporting Ministry Teams in achieving this th the month), February 6 (as usual, first Wednesday of the aim. month). Lay-Readers Evelyn and Hubert‟s Leaving Any questions, please contact David Fairbourn on 01508 538437, Service or email [email protected] A special Benefice Service was held on September 16th in St. Mary‟s Church Rockland, to give thanks and to celebrate the combined joint ministries of over 50 years that Evelyn and Hubert Hedge have given us in the Rockland Benefice. They were presented with cards, presents and flowers in recognition of their commitment to all the churches, and a special cake made in their ####### ALL WELCOME ####### honour was enjoyed by all the congregation. The Parish Room, The Street, Rockland St Mary. We shall miss them, and we pray for Refreshments, Newspapers, Bible Stories, Crafts, Puzzles God‟s Blessing upon them in the and Good Conversation. years to come, and hope they can enjoy some well- deserved lie ins, For all ages.