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RNZ News
18-07-2025
- General
- RNZ News
Hymns on Sunday, 20 July 2025
The Prayer of St Francis is a lovely peace prayer that came to be attributed to the saint around 1920, when somebody had it printed on the back of card with St Francis's picture on it. When South African songwriter Sebastian Temple adapted the words of the prayer and set them to music by in the 1960s, he kept the St Francis attribution along with his own title: Make me a channel of your peace . St Francis of Assisi - Albert Chevallier Tayler (oil on canvas, 1898) Photo: / Public Domain Artist: Choir of Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, Catherine Palmer (dir), Ronald Jordan (organ) Words/Music: Charles Wesley/C H Parry Recording: Marquis Ye servants of God, your Master proclaim, and publish abroad his wonderful name; the name all-victorious of Jesus extol; his kingdom is glorious and rules over all. God ruleth on high, almighty to save; though hid from our sight, his presence we have; the great congregation his triumph shall sing, ascribing salvation to Jesus our King. "Salvation to God, who sits on the throne!" let all cry aloud, and honour the Son; the praises of Jesus the angels proclaim, fall down on their faces and worship the Lamb. Then let us adore and give him his right: all glory and power, all wisdom and might, all honour and blessing with angels above and thanks never ceasing for infinite love. Amen. Artist: Choir of Wells Cathedral, Malcolm Archer (dir), Rupert Gough (organ) Words/Music: Psalm 23 (Rous)/Bain arr Jacob Recording: Hyperion 112105 The Lord's my Shepherd; I'll not want. He makes me down to lie In pastures green; He leadeth me The quiet waters by. My soul He doth restore again; And me to walk doth make Within the paths of blessedness, E'en for His own name's sake. Yea, though I pass through shadowed vale, Yet will I fear no ill; For Thou art with me, and Thy rod And staff me comfort still. My table Thou hast furnished In presence of my foes; My head with oil Thou dost anoint, And my cup overflows. Goodness and mercy all my days Will surely follow me; And in my heart Forevermore Thy dwelling place shall be. Artist: Choir of Westminster Abbey/Martin Neary (dir), Martin Baker (org) Words/Music: Anon/Temple Recording: Griffin 224018 Make me a channel of your peace Where there is hatred let me bring your love Where there is injury, your pardon Lord And where there is doubt true faith in you. Refrain: Oh, master grant that I may never seek So much to be consoled as to console To be understood as to understand To be loved as to love with all my soul. Make me a channel of your peace Where there is despair in life let me bring hope Where there is darkness only light And where there's sadness ever joy Refrain: Make me a channel of your peace It is in pardoning that we are pardoned In giving to all man that we receive In dying that we are born to eternal life. Refrain: Make me a channel of your peace Where there is hatred let me bring your love Where there is injury, your pardon Lord And where there is doubt true faith in you. Artist: Scottish Philharmonic Singers, Ian McCrorie (dir), John Langdon (organ) Words/Music: Paraphrase by William Barton/Anon Recording: Abbey 282830 O thou my soul, bless God the Lord; and all that in me is Be stirred up his holy name to magnify and bless. Bless, O my soul, the Lord thy God, and not forgetful be Of all his gracious benefits he hath bestow'd on thee. All thine iniquities who doth most graciously forgive: Who thy diseases all and pains doth heal, and thee relieve. Who doth redeem thy life, that thou to death may'st not go down; Who thee with loving-kindness doth and tender mercies crown: Who with abundance of good things doth satisfy thy mouth; So that, ev'n as the eagle's age, renewed is thy youth. Artist: Haatea Kapa Haka, David Tapene (dir) Words/Music: From Psalm 121 Recording: Private 2023 He aroha nou e Ihu Tenei ra i kitea ai Tiakina hoki matou I te roa o tenei po. Atawhaitia mai e koe Mau ano ka ora ai. Tenei matou he manene Noho waenga i te he, Nei ra tiakina iho, I o matou hoa whawhai Tino awhitia e koe, Ki ou ringa atawhai Ka pahure enei wahi Me nga ra e ora ai A ka tata ki te mate Whakakahangia e koe Tangohia ki te rangi Okioki atu ai. Amine. It is your love Lord Jesus! that we witness as you, watch over us, through this long night. Take care of us, for you are our Saviour. We are mere pilgrims who live in the midst of sin. Watch over us, from our enemies. Embrace us fully In your loving arms When time has passed And the days numbered, Nearing the time of death, Grant us strength, To be taken to heaven, For a complete rest. Amen. Artist: Viva Voce, John Rosser (dir), Michael Bell (piano) Words/Music: David Clark and Witi Ihimaera/David Hamilton Recording: NZ Hymnbook Trust 941300 Companions let us pray together, in this place affirm our faith. God who made us is here among us; we stand together in God's grace. Refrain: We are whanau, we are one, brothers, sisters of the Son. We are reaching for our freedom, the prize that Christ has won. The broken Christ stands here among us, shares our suffering and our pain; in breaking bread we find empowerment to live in aroha again. Refrain: The risen Christ brings light and laughter, celebrates the life we share; the poured out wine of Christ's self-giving inspires us to reach out and care. Refrain: Now let us sing to God who loves us and accepts us as we are; Go out from here and live that message, proclaim our oneness near and far. Refrain: Artist: Cantus Choro Words/Music: Heber/Bourgeois Recording: Move 743142 Bread of the world in mercy broken, wine of the soul in mercy shed, By whom the words of life were spoken, and in whose death our sins are dead: Look on the heart by sorrow broken; look on the tears by sinners shed; And be your feast become the token that by your grace our souls are fed. Artist: Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter (conductor) Words/Music: /Book of Common Prayer/John Rutter Recording: Collegium CSCD 522 The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord: and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, be amongst you and remain with you always. Amen.
The Guardian
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Poor Clare review – sassy spin on a medieval saint asks pithy questions
Chiara Atik's play about Saint Clare of Assisi and her friendship with the often more celebrated Saint Francis takes its lead from the Netflix school of sassy history. The cast have American accents and could be high-schoolers clicking their fingers, despite the period dress. The drama archly positions club-land beats and contemporary phraseology ('cool', 'totally' 'my social anxiety …') alongside choral sounds and medieval monasticism. It is light on historical detail, heavy on humour and attitude. So it makes sense to cast two Netflix stars in this very modern spin on the Italian saints: Clare is played by Arsema Thomas, known for her TV role in Queen Charlotte (the Bridgerton spin-off) while Shadow and Bone actor, Freddy Carter, is the priggishly earnest Francis. Atik's play, which won multiple awards in America, dramatises the conversion of Clare, an Italian noblewoman inspired by her friendship with Francis of Assisi to found an order following a rule of strict poverty. Here she is as kick-ass as they come, with an immaculate stage debut from Thomas, who plays the part straight up and sharp, despite the eyebrow-raised wit of the enterprise. But beneath the surface glibness there is lean, clever writing with short, sharp scenes and clean direction by Blanche McIntyre as the play travels towards its serious preoccupations with wealth, poverty and inequality. Clare, with her order of Poor Ladies, was anything but poor at the outset. She renounced all her wealth after meeting Francis and embraced radical poverty (her order, until recently, were still instructed to walk barefoot). Francis, meanwhile, is mocked, gently, as a young man rebelling against his silk merchant father. He slowly becomes more moderate, it seems, and Clare all the more radical. The unfussy, single statement set (a bed, a chair, a bare tiled floor) is designed by Eleanor Bull, who also dreams up some gorgeously regal period costumes. It is suffused in warm, pointed light by Oliver Fenwick. There are some great scenes of bristling sisterhood between Clare and younger sis, Beatrice (Anushka Chakravarti, cutely brattish), as well as gossiping sessions between Clare and her two lady's maids (Liz Kettle and Jacoba Williams). 'Can you spare any change, please?' says a beggar who Clare and Beatrice mistake for a heap of rubbish. This hammers home the fact that this is both about 13th-century poverty and our own. But there is potency in the heavy-handedness: the play is not trying to hide the fact that inequality then is recognisable, and unchanged, today. There are intelligent conversations about it that resonates loudly for today – Francis speaks of how the rich must necessarily turn a blind eye to poverty because it implicates them, by its existence. The ending speaks of the modern world and all the ways in which the gulf between rich and poor is shored up. It should jar but instead leaves you prickled, roused, impressed by the singularity of Clare's resolve – and awkwardly implicated yourself. At Orange Tree theatre, London, until 9 August
Al Bawaba
29-06-2025
- Al Bawaba
Historic Italian City of Assisi to Host International Exhibition 'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity'
The international traveling exhibition 'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity' will open on July 4 at Palazzo Monte Frumentario in Assisi, marking its second major venue following a successful debut at the Vatican earlier this in collaboration with the Municipality of Assisi, the exhibition will take place in the 13th-century Palazzo Monte Frumentario, a former granary now restored as a prominent cultural center. The venue, located in the birthplace of Saint Francis of Assisi, was chosen for its deep historical and spiritual over 5 million visitors annually, Assisi is renowned for its religious significance and UNESCO World Heritage status. Hosting the exhibition reflects the growing cultural and diplomatic ties between Jordan and Italy, highlighted by King Abdullah II's 2019 receipt of the Lamp of Peace award in Assisi for his efforts in advancing interfaith exhibition's opening aligns with preparations for Jubilee Year 2025, proclaimed by Pope Francis under the theme 'Pilgrims of Hope', a sacred year celebrated once every 25 years in Catholic tradition.'Jordan: Dawn of Christianity' highlights five significant Christian pilgrimage sites within Jordan's borders. The exhibition features Bethany Beyond the Jordan, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and identified by the Vatican as the location of Jesus Christ's baptism. Additional sites include Mount Nebo, the Church of Our Lady of the Mountain in Anjara, Tell Mar Elias, and Machaerus, where historical accounts place John the Baptist's imprisonment and exhibition aims to promote Jordan as a leading destination for religious tourism, building on the momentum of Pope Francis's 2014 visit to the Baptism Site and reinforcing Jordan's position within the broader Holy exhibition reflects Jordan's dedication to sharing its Christian legacy with the world. By presenting these sacred sites to international audiences, it invites visitors to experience the spiritual richness and historical depth that Jordan uniquely offers. The exhibition serves as a cultural and spiritual bridge, fostering mutual understanding and echoing the spirit of peace and dialogue long embodied by Saint project is a collaborative initiative between Jordanian cultural institutions and global partners, supporting broader efforts to enhance religious tourism and cultural diplomacy across the region. Following its Assisi debut, the exhibition is scheduled to tour additional international locations. Visitor details and the full exhibition itinerary are available at © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
Globe and Mail
27-06-2025
- Globe and Mail
Historic Italian City of Assisi to Host International Exhibition "Jordan: Dawn of Christianity"
Exhibition spotlighting Jordan's sacred Christian sites opens in Assisi as part of a cultural and spiritual bridge-building initiative ahead of Jubilee Year 2025. Assisi, Italy--(Newsfile Corp. - June 27, 2025) - The international traveling exhibition "Jordan: Dawn of Christianity" will open on July 4 at Palazzo Monte Frumentario in Assisi, marking its second major venue following a successful debut at the Vatican earlier this year. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Organized in collaboration with the Municipality of Assisi, the exhibition will take place in the 13th-century Palazzo Monte Frumentario, a former granary now restored as a prominent cultural center. The venue, located in the birthplace of Saint Francis of Assisi, was chosen for its deep historical and spiritual resonance. Welcoming over 5 million visitors annually, Assisi is renowned for its religious significance and UNESCO World Heritage status. Hosting the exhibition reflects the growing cultural and diplomatic ties between Jordan and Italy, highlighted by King Abdullah II's 2019 receipt of the Lamp of Peace award in Assisi for his efforts in advancing interfaith dialogue. The exhibition's opening aligns with preparations for Jubilee Year 2025, proclaimed by Pope Francis under the theme "Pilgrims of Hope", a sacred year celebrated once every 25 years in Catholic tradition. "Jordan: Dawn of Christianity" highlights five significant Christian pilgrimage sites within Jordan's borders. The exhibition features Bethany Beyond the Jordan, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and identified by the Vatican as the location of Jesus Christ's baptism. Additional sites include Mount Nebo, the Church of Our Lady of the Mountain in Anjara, Tell Mar Elias, and Machaerus, where historical accounts place John the Baptist's imprisonment and death. The exhibition aims to promote Jordan as a leading destination for religious tourism, building on the momentum of Pope Francis's 2014 visit to the Baptism Site and reinforcing Jordan's position within the broader Holy Land. This exhibition reflects Jordan's dedication to sharing its Christian legacy with the world. By presenting these sacred sites to international audiences, it invites visitors to experience the spiritual richness and historical depth that Jordan uniquely offers. The exhibition serves as a cultural and spiritual bridge, fostering mutual understanding and echoing the spirit of peace and dialogue long embodied by Saint Francis. The project is a collaborative initiative between Jordanian cultural institutions and global partners, supporting broader efforts to enhance religious tourism and cultural diplomacy across the region. Following its Assisi debut, the exhibition is scheduled to tour additional international locations. Visitor details and the full exhibition itinerary are available at
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Yahoo
Historic Italian City of Assisi to Host International Exhibition "Jordan: Dawn of Christianity"
Exhibition spotlighting Jordan's sacred Christian sites opens in Assisi as part of a cultural and spiritual bridge-building initiative ahead of Jubilee Year 2025. Assisi, Italy--(Newsfile Corp. - June 27, 2025) - The international traveling exhibition "Jordan: Dawn of Christianity" will open on July 4 at Palazzo Monte Frumentario in Assisi, marking its second major venue following a successful debut at the Vatican earlier this year. Historic Italian City of Assisi to Host International Exhibition "Jordan: Dawn of Christianity" To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Organized in collaboration with the Municipality of Assisi, the exhibition will take place in the 13th-century Palazzo Monte Frumentario, a former granary now restored as a prominent cultural center. The venue, located in the birthplace of Saint Francis of Assisi, was chosen for its deep historical and spiritual resonance. Welcoming over 5 million visitors annually, Assisi is renowned for its religious significance and UNESCO World Heritage status. Hosting the exhibition reflects the growing cultural and diplomatic ties between Jordan and Italy, highlighted by King Abdullah II's 2019 receipt of the Lamp of Peace award in Assisi for his efforts in advancing interfaith dialogue. The exhibition's opening aligns with preparations for Jubilee Year 2025, proclaimed by Pope Francis under the theme "Pilgrims of Hope", a sacred year celebrated once every 25 years in Catholic tradition. "Jordan: Dawn of Christianity" highlights five significant Christian pilgrimage sites within Jordan's borders. The exhibition features Bethany Beyond the Jordan, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and identified by the Vatican as the location of Jesus Christ's baptism. Additional sites include Mount Nebo, the Church of Our Lady of the Mountain in Anjara, Tell Mar Elias, and Machaerus, where historical accounts place John the Baptist's imprisonment and death. The exhibition aims to promote Jordan as a leading destination for religious tourism, building on the momentum of Pope Francis's 2014 visit to the Baptism Site and reinforcing Jordan's position within the broader Holy Land. This exhibition reflects Jordan's dedication to sharing its Christian legacy with the world. By presenting these sacred sites to international audiences, it invites visitors to experience the spiritual richness and historical depth that Jordan uniquely offers. The exhibition serves as a cultural and spiritual bridge, fostering mutual understanding and echoing the spirit of peace and dialogue long embodied by Saint Francis. The project is a collaborative initiative between Jordanian cultural institutions and global partners, supporting broader efforts to enhance religious tourism and cultural diplomacy across the region. Following its Assisi debut, the exhibition is scheduled to tour additional international locations. Visitor details and the full exhibition itinerary are available at Media Contact:Jordan Tourism Boardpress@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
