Jesus Leeds

CL subscribers are familar with the work of artist Simon Smith creator of our popular Stations of the Cross images.

Si is currently at work on a new series of images that will be launched in CL71 (February 2010), this time depicting the 19 'Stations of the Resurrection'.

In common with many other artists of religious themes, Si has chosen to depict the New Testament events as if they are happening here and now.

And in Simon's case, 'here' equals Leeds. So above we can see his depiction of John 21:9-13 with the Sea of Galilee appearing in the guise of Roundhay Park's boating lake.

The images will be accompanied by a series of texts for meditations, created by the Rev Ian Adams of the Maybe community.

Click here for more information about Si, and to download samples of his work.

And click here for the CPAS website.

Nine Lessons and Carols

Illustrator Simon Smith has created a series of stunning images to accompany the traditional selection of readings for a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.

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Subscribers can download them now from the CL site.

Leader pics

The editor has been pointing his camera at some famous leaders - all of whom posed tranquilly for him.

Nelson Mandela, Winston Churchill, Queen Victoria, Prince Albert - and the Burghers of Calais.

All are available on the website. Key words: leadership images; Mandela; Churchill and so on.

Christmas greetings...

While most people are thinking about Lent, Holy Week and Easter, here at CL, we're already thinking about Christmas 2008!

In particular we're planning to commission a series of images to accompany a traditional carol service.

But what about the lessons/readings?

We've checked out the famous 'King's College' series of readings (taking in the whole sweep of Bible history) - and two other sets - all featured in Common Worship Times and Seasons. 

Do subscribers have any suggestions? Have you devised a carol service that has been particularly helpful?

It would be great to hear from you!

But, please, there's no need to send boxes of left-over crackers or mince pies....

The image above is part of the series Christmas Pairs from CL64, available online.

Image copyright Brent Clark.