1

Heaven’s Harbour

By Cynewulf

The lives of men are like voyages across stormy seas, but we no longer have to sail them as if they were uncharted waters.

2

Song of Angels, Joy of the Blest

By Cynewulf

Cynewulf encourages his listeners to remain committed to the Christian life, by reminding them of the reward that awaits them.

3

The Firebird’s Nest

Attributed to Cynewulf

Like the legendary phoenix, the Christian must spend his life making a nest fit for his rebirth in fire.

4

‘Why Am I Still Lying Here?’

By St Bede of Jarrow

Cuthbert, struck down by plague, was vexed to find that his brethren had been praying for him all the previous night.

5

Gifts of the Spirit

By Cynewulf

Anglo-Saxon poet Cynewulf reminds us that God’s gifts to men are many and varied, and nobody ever gets them all.

6

Cuthbert and the White Rider

Based on an account by St Bede of Jarrow

The young Christian from ancient Northumbria was healed of a lame leg in a manner that reminded Bede of the archangel Rafael.