Resources on ukraine

A Prayer for Ukraine Prayer by Eddie Byun https://www.biola.edu/blogs/good-book-blog/2022/a-prayer-for-ukraine Prayer by Eddie Byun Topics: Ukraine , Peace , War Source: The Good Book Blog - Talbot School of Theology A prayer for Ukraine by Eddie Byun from Talbot School of Theology.

Video Prayer for Ukraine Prayer by George de Vuyst http://network.crcna.org/prayer/video-prayer-for-ukraine Prayer by George de Vuyst Topics: Ukraine , War , Prayer Source: The CRC Network A video prayer for Ukraine featuring the de Vuyst family who have been serving as missionaries in Ukraine since 1998. (Length: 4:01)

Prayer for Ukraine (cello choir) Song/Hymn by Mykola Lysenko https://globalworship.tumblr.com/post/677576759377641472/prayer-for-ukraine-cello-choir Song/Hymn by Mykola Lysenko Topics: Ukraine Source: Global Worship The cello choir, based in California, offers "Prayer for Ukraine." This piece became of symbolic significance during the Ukrainian War of Independence in 1917–1920. (Video length: 3:17)

A Prayer for Ukraine Prayer by Ann Graber Hershberger https://mcccanada.ca/stories/prayer-ukraine-video Prayer by Ann Graber Hershberger Topics: Ukraine , Peace , War Source: MCC Canada This video offers a prayer for peace in Ukraine by Ann Graber Hershberger. and Rick Cober Bauman. (Length: 1:52)

Ukraine Liturgy Service Outline or Song Suggestions by John L Bell https://www.wildgoose.scot/ukraine-liturgy/ Service Outline or Song Suggestions by John L Bell Topics: Ukraine , War Source: Wild Goose Resource Group This resource from the Iona Community in Scotland include a 12-page PDF of “Words for Worship” with prayers, song texts and more, and links to 5 songs.

Psalm 58 Edited for the Russian Invasion of Ukraine Prayer by Jon Sharpe https://network.crcna.org/biblical-justice/psalm-58-edited-russian-invasion-ukraine Prayer by Jon Sharpe Topics: Ukraine , War Source: The CRC Network Jon Sharpe offers this slightly edited version of Psalm 58 for the Russian invasion of Ukraine, changing only "leaders" to "Vladimir Putin and your inner circle," and "lion" to "bear" in the New Living Translation.

Preparing for Lent in a Time of War Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Philip LeMasters https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/easternchristianinsights/2022/02/26/preparing-for-lent-in-a-time-of-war-homily-for-sunday-of-the-last-judgment-meat-fare-in-the-orthodox-church/ Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Philip LeMasters Topics: Ukraine , Lent Source: Ancient Faith Blogs In this homily on Matthew 25:31-46 from the Orthodox tradition, Philip LeMasters calls us to "pray for peace in Ukraine and give alms for those who suffer there."

Choral Prayer for Ukraine Song/Hymn by John Rutter https://globalworship.tumblr.com/post/678843418932396032/choral-prayer-for-ukraine-john-rutter Song/Hymn by John Rutter Topics: Ukraine , Prayer Source: Global Worship Prompted by the terrible events in the Ukraine, John Rutter composed a setting, for a cappella choir, of an anonymous Ukrainian prayer.

Contemporary Icons of the Baptism of Christ Artwork by Victoria Emily Jones https://artandtheology.org/2018/01/06/contemporary-icons-of-the-baptism-of-christ/ Artwork by Victoria Emily Jones Topics: Epiphany , Baptism of Christ , John the Baptist , Trinity Source: Art & Theology Victoria Emily Jones notes that the Eastern church commemorates the baptism of Christ on the feast of Epiphany, and includes a collection of images of contemporary Theophany icons from Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Greece, and Romania.

Prayer from a conflict zone Prayer by Sandor Zan Fabian http://wcrc.ch/blog/reformed-tastes-prayer-from-a-conflict-zone Prayer by Sandor Zan Fabian Topics: War , Suffering , Violence , Enemies Source: World Communion of Reformed Churches A prayer by Sandor Zan Fabian, written for those surrounded by war in Ukraine. The prayer invokes God's presence, especially in the lives of the vulnerable.

Christ-Centered Pathways of Reconciliation in Christian Life and Worship Article about Worship by Szabina Sztojka http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/christ-centered-pathways-of-reconciliation-in-christian-life-and-worship Article about Worship by Szabina Sztojka Topics: Reconciliation , Worship , Repentance Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship This panel discussion with Christian leaders in Rwanda, Ukraine, and Hungary examines the significant role public worship plays in announcing, praying for, and modeling renewed patterns of Christian life.

Soli Deo Gloria Song/Hymn by Stephen Benham http://globalworship.tumblr.com/post/78371598851/soli-deo-gloria-joint-youth-choir-of-ukraine Song/Hymn by Stephen Benham Topics: Music , Youth , Glory , God Source: Global Worship Video of the Joint Youth Choir of Ukraine with orchestra, singing "Soli Deo Gloria" (Glory to God alone) under the direction of Stephen Benham.

Pieces and Parts Poetry by Rachel G Hackenberg https://rachelhackenberg.com/pieces-and-parts/ Poetry by Rachel G Hackenberg Topics: Children , Nature , Psalms Source: Rachel G. Hackenberg Rachel G. Hackenberg writes a poem on brokenness she feels for children in the Middle East, Russia/Ukraine, and other international and national news of loved ones lost or who have died.

The Bliss of Paradise Artwork by Victor Vasnetsov http://www.abcgallery.com/V/vasnetsov/vasnetsov54.html Artwork by Victor Vasnetsov Topics: Adam , Eve Source: Olga's Gallery: Online Art Museum This 19th century fresco from the Cathedral of St. Vladimir (Kiev, Ukraine) by Victor Vasnetsov depicts the bliss of paradise.

The Temptation Artwork by Victor Vasnetsov http://www.abcgallery.com/V/vasnetsov/vasnetsov55.html Artwork by Victor Vasnetsov Topics: Temptation , Art , Eve , Fall Source: Olga's Gallery: Online Art Museum This 19th century fresco from the Cathedral of St. Vladimir (Kiev, Ukraine) by Victor Vasnetsov depicts the temptation of Eve from Genesis 3:1-6.

Attack Artwork by Danylo Movchan https://globalworship.tumblr.com/post/678309069498499072/attack-new-ukraine-icon Artwork by Danylo Movchan Topics: Ukraine , War Source: Global Worship This icon is in response to the horrific bombing of a maternity and children’s hospital in Mariupol, Ukraine, which injured at least 17 people.

Prayers for a Violent World Sermon Preparation or Illustration by W David O Taylor https://www.wdavidotaylor.com/blog/prayers-for-a-violent-world Sermon Preparation or Illustration by W David O Taylor Topics: Violence , Prayer , Intercession , Worship Planning Source: W. David O. Taylor David Taylor uses artwork and prayer to reflect on the obvious violence in our world, offering several prayers on topics such as mass shooting, bloodthirstiness, war, lament, justice, anger, self-deception, law enforcement, and our neighbours.

We Hear the News in Anguish Song/Hymn by Andrew Pratt https://hymnsandbooksblog.uk/2022/03/01/we-hear-the-news-in-anguish-hymn-at-time-of-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/ Song/Hymn by Andrew Pratt Topics: Ukraine , War Source: Hymns and Books Andrew Pratt offers this hymn written while watching the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Includes a link a recording of the hymn.

Jesus Offers Forgiveness and Peace Article about Youth and Children's Ministry by Carolyn C Brown http://worshipingwithchildren.blogspot.com/2014/03/year-the-second-sunday-of-easter-april_13.html Article about Youth and Children's Ministry by Carolyn C Brown Topics: Children , Forgiveness , Peace , Thomas Source: Worshiping With Children This blog draws themes from Psalm 16; John 20:19-31; Acts 2:14, 22-32; and 1 Peter 1:3-9 such as forgiveness, peace, and the story of Thomas and provides worship planning resources.

Let My People Go Children’s Sermon or Lesson by Carolyn C Brown http://worshipingwithchildren.blogspot.com/2014/08/year-proper-18-23rd-sunday-in-ordinary.html Children’s Sermon or Lesson by Carolyn C Brown Topics: Passover , Moses Source: Worshiping With Children A collection of resources by Carolyn Brown to help children explore the first Passover and wider context of the Exodus, as well as other passages.