We are deeply grateful for The Queen's contribution to our nation and to the world. We thank God for her long life and her Christian witness, and we pray for the Royal family in their loss and for King Charles III as he takes up his new responsibilities.
In response to the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, charities LICC and Bible Society have released 'Tears and Celebration', a new hymn featuring world-renowned mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins, written by Andy Flannagan with Sam Hargreaves.
Apart from her personal attachment to it, the Bible was at the heart of her coronation service, which she always regarded as the sacred moment when she was set aside for the service of her country.
For Queen Elizabeth, religion was far more than a public duty. She spoke often of her personal faith – particularly in her later years – and was especially open about how she looked to Jesus as a pattern for her life.
The Queen’s willingness to pursue reconciliation had its roots not only in her deep commitment to the service of her country, but also in her deep Christian faith.
The Queen and the Good Samaritan
The Queen returned several times to the familiar story of The Good Samaritan. It seems to have struck a particular chord with her, resonating with her strong belief in service to others.
The Queen: Serving as Jesus served
In her speeches, the theme of service was one The Queen came back to often, and in this she took Jesus' example as a pattern for her own life ...
Nation mourns monarch whose life was rooted in the Bible
The nation and Commonwealth mourns a monarch who was ‘a remarkable public servant’, and whose life was rooted in the Bible, said the Chief Executive Officer of Bible Society today.
Alan Eccles CBE, Chairman of Bible Society's Board of Trustees, pays tribute to Her Majesty The Queen.
His Eminence Archbishop Angaelos, Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London and President of Bible Society, shares his tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Paul Williams, Bible Society CEO, reflects on the life, faith and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
The Bishop of Dover, Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, who served as Chaplain to The Queen speaks about the centrality of the Bible in The Queen's life.
The Bishop of Dover, Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, who served as Chaplain to The Queen speaks about how The Queen patterned her life and service on Scripture.
The Bishop of Dover, Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, who served as Chaplain to The Queen speaks about The Queen's public faith and witness.
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