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Bible Year 2011

Lord Lieutenant of Essex Lord Petre marks the 400th anniversary of the King James BibleLord Lieutenant of Essex Lord Petre marks the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible at Basildon’s ‘Biblathon’ (Picture provided by Yellow Advertiser)

2011 is the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Version of the Bible

In 2010 a motion was presented to General Synod, the C of E's parliament, on behalf of Chelmsford Diocese, calling on the Synod to express its confidence in the Bible and to encourage the Church to use 2011 to promote Bible literacy within the Church and society as a whole. After friendly amendment the Synod passed the motion wholeheartedly.

 

 

 

 

 

Bishop of Chelmsford contributes to "The People's Bible"

As part of the celebrations to mark the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible, the Bishop of Chelmsford, Rt Revd Stephen Cottrell, has contributed to the creation of The People’s Bible when the road show came to Chelmsford on June 23 as part of this year's celebrations to mark the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible. Bishop Stephen visited the People's Bible station inside Chelmsford's central library,and wrote two verses, Genesis Chapter 28 verses 19 and 20, for the unique electronic version of the Bible at the specially-built iPad writing stations. Bishop Stephen said: "Centuries ago the Bible was chained in churches and written in a language no one could understand. The King James Bible gave the scriptures back to the people.The People's Bible is doing that again today."

 

Bishop Stephen was also joined by Rt Revd Christopher Morgan, Bishop of Colchester, and Venerable Martin Webster, Archdeacon of Harlow, who also wrote verses for the People's Bible. The event organised by the Bible Society is touring the UK until November and will produce a new digitally handwritten version of the Bible full of personalised contributions from members ofthe public. There will also be an online archive of all the written verses. The aim of the road show is to reconnect the British public with the Bible.

For more information or to view the versus that have been written visit www.thepeoplesbible.org 

 

 

 

 

Bishop says the Bible is ‘To be continued…’

Bishop Stephen has said that the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible is not just an important cultural event. The Bible is vital and central because it is God’s word, not faxed down from heaven, but inspired by the Spirit.

 The reason we are celebrating this Year of the Bible and we are encouraging people to open their Bibles, he says, is that the Bible enables us to meet with God and to know God.  The Bishop suggests making a simple addition to the Bible, right at the very end: ‘To be continued  until that great day when we see the Lord face to face.’ What was revolutionary about the King James Bible 400 years ago was that it put the scriptures into everyday language and into the ears and hearts and hands of ordinary people. That is also the challenge for us today, says the Bishop.

 

 

What's your favourite Bible - and why?

The Bishop of Chelmsford, The Rt Revd Stephen Cottrell, and his Staff show their bibles and tell their stories.

Spreading the Word, 1611 - 2011: 400 Years of the King James Bible

A Study Day at University of Essex, Ivor Crewe Lecture Theatre,Colchester Campus, Saturday 29th October 2011, 10.00am - 6.00pm.

You are invited to a Study Day to mark the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Bible. The papers being presented draw on concerns that have been distinctive of the work done in both Literature and History at the University over many years – questions of translation and book-publication, along with perspectives that range from Colchester to the Middle East, Africa and America. Participants will be invited to share their views of the themes under discussion in an Open Forum.

The event is open to the general public. Tickets are £10 (including refreshments and wine reception, but not lunch – participants are recommended to bring a packed lunch). These can be reserved by going to the online payment webpage or by e-mailing kjbibled@essex.ac.uk (Free downloadable parking permits will be available to registered participants). Students and staff of University of Essex can reserve a free place by e-mailing kjbibled@essex.ac.uk.

To visit the Facebook page click here. 

A Service of Celebration to mark the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible 

The King James Bible Trust is hosting a Service of Celebration on 16th November at 12 noon, in association with Westminster Abbey, to mark the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible. The place of the King James Bible in our culture and the continuing significance of the World will be celebrated in the service. The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Reverend and Right Honourable Dr Rowan Williams will give the Address. A new composition by one of the winners of the King James Bible Trust Composition Awards, Out of the South Cometh the Whirlwind by American composer, Zachary Wadsworth will be performed by the Choir of Westminster Abbey, conducted by James O'Donnell. Lancelot Andrews, Dean of Westminster 1601-1605, was Director of the first Westminster Company responsible for translating part of the Old Testament. It is believed that the translators met in the Jerusalem Chamber at the Abbey, a room also used by subsequent translators.

 

This is a ticketed event. To apply for a place please email info@kjbtrust.com with your full name, email address and postal address and the amount of guests you would like (all guests' details must be supplied) by 19th August 2011.  Allocation will be on a 'first come first served' basis. You will receive confirmation of your request in early September.

 

 

Colchester Area Study Day 10 & 11 October with Dr Paula Gooder

"On earth as in Heaven" with Dr Paula Gooder. Contact Revd Dr Tim Bull by 5 September revdtim@googlemail.com with:

a) the names of those who will be attending

b) whether you want a copy of Dr Gooder's book, "Heaven" purchased in your CMDaccount.

 

For more information regarding the Colchester Study Day take a look at our Events Diary.

 

Celebrate Bible Sunday at Chelmsford Cathedral

Chelmsford Cathedral is inviting families from every parish to its All Age service for Bible Sunday on 23rd October from 2.30pm-4.30pm. There promises to be something for everyone at the Service, including: 

 

  • Craft Activities 
  • Drama Workshop
  • Graffiti wall outside the Cathedral
  • Video presentations
  • Dramatic presentations
  • Message from the Bishop of Chelmsford

 

For more information contact Charlie Kosla.

 

Resources


Mobile verses are available online.

*If you do not have PowerPoint you can view the presentation after downloading PowerPoint Viewer from here

 

Beer and BibleBeer and the Bible

During 2011 Chelmsford Diocese is encouraging parishes to arrange Bible discussions and readings in pubs. You can join our Beer and Bible campaign on Twitter and Facebook.

Watch a Beer and Bible video here.

Beer and Bible beer mats now available. Free set for participating parishes. Please contact Canon Phil Ritchie at the Diocesan Office.

 

 

 

Shoebox stories

See pictures of shoebox stories from St Mary's, Great Baddow re-creating best-loved Bible stories.

Bible Year 2011 events at a church near you

Click on the church name for a programme of  Bible Year 2011 events.

Other events