The publication in 1611 of the King James Bible, the 'authorized version', was a landmark event in English history that has reverberated down the centuries. This festival service seeks to trace through history the place of the Bible in Christian life and worship, as well as celebrating the effect the King James Bible has had on generations of Christians since its publication. The festival service is in five parts, each reflecting on a particular phase in the story of the Bible's translation and use: * The Early Church * A Bible in Every Church * Appointed to be Read in Churches * Into all the World * According to the Latest Translation It includes a varied selection of hymns and worship songs, readings and anthems, including some specially written for this festival. Includes works by: * Philip Wilby * David Ogden * Thomas Hewitt Jones * The Taize Community * Stuart Towned as well as music by Attwood, Batten, Handel and Mendelssohn.

Every year, thousands of couples choose to marry in an Anglican church using the words of the Common Worship marriage service. This expanded version of the best-selling Marriage booklet has been designed to help couples and clergy plan the service with ease. Featuring both the contemporary Common Worship form of the service and the traditional language Solemnization of Matrimony (as popularised by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge), it also contains popular hymns, readings and prayers suitable for weddings, as well as advice on how couples can personalize the service. It makes an ideal gift for clergy to give to couples and can be used as an order of service on the day of the wedding itself.