Exploring the lives of Northern Saints

A series of videos on some of the Northern Saints

The Caedmon monument near St Mary’s Church, Whitby

Penny Lane Church in Liverpool produced a series of videos on some of the Northern Saints: BedeBede, the Venerable (c.673-735) Anglo-Saxon historian and biblical scholar. Sent to study at the monastery of Wearmouth at seven; later transferred to Jarrow. Renowned in his lifetime for his learning, Bede wrote treatises on poetry, time and cosmography. Historical works include History of the Abbots, prose and verse versions of the Life of St Cuthbert and Ecclesiastical History of the English People., CaedmonCaedmon First recorded Anglo-Saxon composer of religious poetry in English., Paulinus and Hild.

The Saints can help us discover new depths in how we read scriptureScripture Term used for sacred writings. In Christianity used of the Bible., view worshipWorship 1. Doing homage and giving honour and respect to God. The Bible includes a wide range of physical expression in worship, including bowing down, lifting hands, dancing, processions and singing. The main day on which Christians gather for communal worship is Sunday (the day when Christ is believed to have risen from the dead). 2. Christian liturgy including sung material and prayers of thanksgiving and praise., build community and do evangelism.

The films are available to use in services or small groups with an accompanying discussion guide.

Video 1: Bede

Group notes: Bede

Video Two: Caedmon

Group notes: Caedmon

Video Three: Paulinus

Group notes: Paulinus

Video Four: Hild

Group notes: Hild

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