11 November 2018 marked 100 years since the end of World War I. A number of churches and Christian organisations partnered in providing resources in the run-up to the event and for the Sunday itself.
Some Churches and Christian organisations were also involved with Battle’s Over: A Nation’s Tribute on 11 November 2018. It was organised in association with (among others) the Church of Scotland, Action of Churches Together in Scotland (ACTS) and the Association of English Cathedrals. Cathedrals and churches were encouraged to participate by ringing their bells at 7.05pm on 11 November 2018. The guide for taking part in the events included messages from leaders of the Scottish Episcopal Church, Church of Scotland, Church in Wales and the President of the Irish Council of Churches.
Prayers for Remembrance Sunday 2018 (Docx, 18k) were used at Llandaf Cathedral, and could be used at any service, including multi-faith services, were produced by Cytûn (Churches Together in Wales).
A new hymn was released by Jubilate Hymns to mark 100 years since Armistice Day and the end of the First World War, following a nationwide competition supported by Hymns Ancient & Modern and the Pratt Green Trust. The hymn, Hope for the world’s despair (Hymn of Peace) by Ally Barrett is set to the familiar tune of John Ireland’s ‘Love Unknown’. A recording has been produced featuring Jonathan Veira and the All Souls Orchestra, along with an animated video, which Jubilate Hymns hope churches will use in services.
We Will Remember
Download our free ebook, written by Keith Clements. Timed to coincide with the commemoration of the centenary of World War I, this publication looks at how the churches in Britain responded to the First World War.
