Scripture for October


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Scripture Resources for October

Welcome to our monthly God who Speaks newsletter, created in partnership between the Catholic Bishops' Conference and Bible Society, as part of our God who Speaks campaign. https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/
Each month we offer you new resources for your Bible engagement - whether individually, as a family, an online community, parish or school, to share the scriptures wherever you are.

With every good wish,
Bishop Peter Brignall, Chair of the God who Speaks campaign.

Poverty in the Bible

This month we focus on poverty in the Bible with 3 articles by David McLoughlin on Palestinian economics, alternative parables and Judas and the common purse. Who were the poor and how did Jesus shake up the state and the Temple?
www.godwhospeaks.uk/poverty-in-the-bible/

Psalms of New Orientation

We complete our super series with some Psalms of new orientation. Canon John Udris explores Psalm 23 - the most well-known psalm of all with its opening words ‘The Lord is my Shepherd’ and then looks at the significance of praise and blessing in a number of other psalms.
https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/psalms/

Scripture for October: Luke 4:18

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,
because he has anointed me
to bring good news to the poor.
He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives
and recovery of sight to the blind,
to set free those who are oppressed…

Daily Living and the Bible

Have you seen our Daily Living and the Bible section of our website? It's packed full of articles and activities to try out on your own or in groups. Everything from a Retreat to the Meaning of Life, to mental wellbeing reflections, Creation Care, family time and disability awareness.

https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/da...

Our Top Tens Series in the Bible

Have you explored our fun Top Tens series? It's a great way to get into the Bible in a short and simple way. We take a theme and look at the Top Ten best examples of it in the Scriptures. Whether it's angels, plants, animals, family values, heroes and villains, homes or fashion, we choose images and texts to help you get started. If you have a good idea to add to this series please do let us know.
https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/ou...

New short courses on Scripture

From the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph.
Leading Journey in Faith/RCIA: Learning from Scripture.
A 3 part course on Scripture to discover the best ways to witness, accompany and teach others in their journey of faith. For RCIA catechists and hungry evangelists.
tinyurl.com/bd2uhkmw

Children’s Liturgy of the Word
www.lightoftruth.uk/event-details/introduction-to-childrens-liturgy-of-the-word-1

Discover more at The God Who Speaks

The God Who Speaks website is full of free resources, ideas and articles to help you get the most out of the Bible. Take a look and deepen your own journey of faith.

Women in Scripture

Susanna and the Elders - Daniel 13.

This month's woman in Scripture is Susanna and the Elders in the book of Daniel. Read her shocking story and discover how she was vindicated. How was justice at last restored and at what cost? How has Susanna been portrayed in art? Follow this powerful story:
www.godwhospeaks.uk/susanna-and-the-elders/

Free Posters for You

Download our Super Poster Range

We have a great selection of easy to follow and eye-catching posters - whether it's walking through the gospels, learning about disciples, saints, Mary and Joseph, symbols of Lent or Advent, Bible heroines and more, these free posters help to bring the Bible alive.
https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/po...

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