The Magnificat (Luke 1:46-56)
The Magnificat is a song of praise uttered by the Virgin Mary, found within the pages of St Luke’s gospel. The words of the song are based on a dramatic speech Mary made in the house of her elderly relative, St Elizabeth.
Aaron is appointed high priest (Exodus 28:1-43)
Aaron was the first high priest of Israel, appointed by God through Moses. His role was to act as mediator between the people and God.
Christ comforts the women of Jerusalem (Luke 23:27-31)
As Jesus carried the cross-beam through the streets of Jerusalem, he comforted a group of women who were mourning his death.
The Song of Deborah (Judges 5:1-31)
The Song of Deborah is a poem in the Book of Judges that celebrates the victory of Israel over the Canaanites. Sung by the prophetess Deborah and the warrior Barak, the song gives credit to God for their triumph.
The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35)
The story of how the Risen Christ talked anonymously with two of his mourning disciples on the Road to Emmaus is found in St Luke’s gospel.
The Sanctus (Isaiah 6:1-8)
The Sanctus is a hymn of praise found in the Bible, specifically in the book of Isaiah and the book of Revelation. It begins with the words "Holy, holy, holy" and praises God's glory and power.
Christ raises a widow’s son (Luke 7:11-17)
This gospel story tells of Jesus raising a young man from the dead during his funeral in Nain.
King Josiah the Reformer (2 Chronicles 34-35)
King Josiah of Judah was a young royal who introduced religious reforms in his kingdom, prioritised the Law of Moses and focused on social justice.
The Holy Women at the Tomb (Mark 16:1-8)
The account of the arrival of the female followers of Christ at his tomb is found in all four gospels (Matthew 28:1-8; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-11; John 20:1-9). Each gospel focuses on different details of the visit. St Luke’s gospel is one of th
The Scourging at the Pillar (John 19:1-3)
The gospels briefly describe the scourging of Jesus in a matter-of-fact way. He was probably tied to a pillar and then flogged.