This day saw the beginning of a sequence of rapidly-unfolding events that would lead to Jesus’ crucfixion. On this day, Jesus gathered with his disciples to celebrate the Jewish festival of Passover. During this celebration, commonly called the Last Supper because it was Jesus’ final meal before his arrest and death, Jesus established the practice [...]
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Delayed Plans
Tomorrow we should have been travelling to this delightful destination for our Easter weekend break.
But for now I can only dream…
2 Comments CherryPie on Apr 8th 2020
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Holy Monday & Holy Tuesday
On these two days, Jesus made a number of appearances and addresses, most famously to “cleanse” the temple of money changers and merchants who had set up business in God’s house. Jesus also appeared at the temple courts to debate the priests and community leaders.
Matthew 21:12-25:13 New International Version (NIV)
Jesus at the Temple
12 Jesus entered [...]
4 Comments CherryPie on Apr 6th 2020
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Cherie’s Place – Thought for the Week
Palm Sunday
On Palm Sunday, Jesus arrived at Jerusalem riding on a donkey, where he was welcomed by cheering crowds. (The “Palm” in “Palm Sunday” refers to the tree branches that the crowds used to make a path for Jesus.) His arrival—often called the Triumphal Entry—fulfilled a prophecy by the Old Testament prophet Zechariah about the [...]
6 Comments CherryPie on Apr 5th 2020
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The Bronze Anchor Memorial
The bronze anchor memorial commemorates the relationship of the city and the ships which bore the City’s name.
It is a tribute to all those who served in the ships and a memorial to those who gave their lives for their country.*
*From ‘A legacy of remembrance’ published by Sheffield Cathedral
14 Comments CherryPie on Apr 4th 2020
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What a Difference a Day Makes
This evening the sunset over my garden was more soft and gentle than it was yesterday.
Earlier in the day I had a garden walk in the sunshine
10 Comments CherryPie on Apr 3rd 2020
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Sunset Over My Garden
10 Comments CherryPie on Apr 3rd 2020
