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Patron: Her Majesty The QueenPresident: Rt Revd and Rt Hon
RichardChartres, the Bishop of LondonRegistered Charity No
232759
Trafalgar Square Good Friday 2013COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAMME
• In two large mixing bowls, weigh250g flour in each bowl.
• Add your yeast to a smaller bowl(one large enough to hold the
milkand water). Mix the cold milk withthe boiling water. Whisk in
the 1tspof sugar. Then whisk into the yeast.Let it sit for 5 mins.
Give it anotherwhisk. Once it’s nice and frothy addit to one of the
bowls of flour.
• Mix well to get a smooth but wetand sticky batter. Cover and
leave ina warm place for 45 mins. It shouldjust about double in
size.
• Add the 50g of sugar, the salt andthe spices to the other bowl
of flour.Grate in the zest of the oranges.Then juice the oranges in
a littlesaucepan. Add the raisins andsimmer until they plump up a
bit,about 5 mins. Drain the raisins fromthe juice. Fold into the
flour mix.
• Once the resting dough has risen,fold in the spiced flour mix.
Add themelted butter and half of the egg(you’ll use the other bit
of egg togloss the tops). Mix thoroughly witha wooden spoon. Knead
in the bowlwith well-floured hands to a get adough that’s on the
sticky side butworkable. Let it rise for about 1 hr, or until
doubled in size.
• Tip the risen dough out onto afloured surface.
• Cut it into 2, then 4, then 8, then 16 pieces. Shape each
piece into a
rounded bun shape. Arrange evenlyon an oiled or buttered and
lightlyfloured baking tray.
• To make the crosses, mix the flourwith 1 tbsp of the water at
a time,so you add just enough for a thickpaste. Spoon into a piping
bag witha small nozzle. Pipe a line alongeach row of buns, then
repeat in theother direction to create crosses.Pipe the crosses
over the buns slowlyso that the paste 'hugs' the curveson each
bun.
• Preheat your oven to 200C/Gas 6.While the oven heats, leave
for afinal rise – 20 mins. Brush each bunwith the remaining egg.
Bake in thecentre of the oven for 15 mins, oruntil golden, fluffy
and fully cooked.
• Let them cool for 10-15 mins beforeeating. Then tuck in. Any
uneatenbuns will keep for 2-3 days, or you can freeze them.
Rachel de Thample is Food Editor atAbel and Cole. Her cookbook,
LessMeat, More Veg, is available now,published by Kyle Cathie.
Hot Cross BunsBy Rachel de Thample
Makes 16500g plain white flour125ml cold milk125ml boiling
water50g golden caster sugar,plus 1 tsp10g dried yeast½ tsp sea
salt1 tsp ground mixedspice1 tsp ground cinnamon2-3 oranges125g
raisins50g butter, melted1 egg, whisked
For the crosses:75g plain white flour5 tbsp lukewarm water
Wintershall Charitable TrustBramley Guildford Surrey GU5 0LR
01483 892167wintershall-estate.com
Bible SocietyStonehill Green, WestleaSwindon SN5 7DG01793
418100biblesociety.org.uk
the passionof jesus
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Dear Patron,
For many thousands of people, Trafalgar Square is the centre of
Britishhistory. Not only is one of our great national heroes,
Admiral Lord Nelson,lifted high, but other famous people are also
depicted by large statues. It is, for many, the centre of London
and, for many others, London is muchmore than just a capital city
of world fame.
It is for these reasons that we perform The Passion of Jesus on
Good Fridayin Trafalgar Square. Although no longer the only
religious faith in Britain,Christianity remains the widespread
faith of the British people. We are allvery proud of that fact and
want to mark, publicly, the immense value theSon of God, Jesus, has
for us – and the importance of Good Friday andEaster when Jesus
rose from the dead, in Palestine 2,000 years ago.
I wish God’s blessings on all who read this programme.
Peter Hutley, OBE, KSGPassion Script Writer and Producer
Welcome from Peter Hutley
Contents
Welcome 3
How it all began 4
Events diary 5
Visual reflection 6
Cast list 8
Passion reflection 10
Digital experience 13
Bible Society 14
Recipe 163
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WintershallWintershall, in the Surrey Hills, is the home of
Peter and Ann Hutley. In recent decades it’s become morethan a
personal home; it’s now also the home oftheatrical productions –
The Life of Christ, The Passionand the Wintershall Nativity. For
the last four years, the Wintershall Players have taken The Passion
outside the Estate to thousands of people in TrafalgarSquare on
Good Friday, Guildford High Street andprisons.
The Wintershall plays started with a small ChristmasNativity in
1990 but within a few years involved a largecast of actors, a
choir, musicians, sheep, donkeys andhorses.
After the Nativity, Peter also wrote and produced ThePassion,
first performed to an outdoor audience atEaster in 1993. It enjoyed
overnight acclaim and wasrepeated each year until 1998.
How it all began …
Acts of the ApostlesA joyous and moving playabout the dedication
of theearly apostles and how theydevoted their lives to
spreadingthe word of Jesus across theworld. Staged in the barn
atWintershall in October 2014.
Events diary …
In 1999, Peter wrote the Life of Christ as an open-airproduction
using the stunning scenery of his Estate.Today, it involves a cast
of over 200 people, withhorses, donkeys, sheep and, in some years,
camels!
The Wintershall Players have received the Queen’sAward for
Voluntary Service for outstanding communityservice. One of the aims
of the Wintershall CharitableTrust is to spread the Christian faith
through religiousdramas and in other ways.
If you would like to help please email [email protected] for
further details or phone 01483 892167.
wintershall-estate.com
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Life of ChristThe Wintershall Players presentsthe Life of Christ
from Tuesday25 June - Sunday 30 June 2013.The performances start at
10 a.m. and finish at 4 p.m.
Price: Adults £15, Children £7.50.For every 10th child
booked,receive one free adult ticket.
The NativityThe Wintershall Nativity is awonderful production,
whichtakes place both inside andaround the Holly Barn Theatreat
Wintershall, complete withshepherds and sheep, oxen,donkeys and the
three wise menon horseback. Come warmlydressed with boots
orappropriate footwear. The ‘inn’opens for tea, coffee and
mincepies one hour before each 90-minute performance. Dates tobe
confirmed but expected 18 -22 December.
For more events, times, prices and how to book please go
towintershall-estate.com and lookunder events or call 01483
892167.
Bible SocietyBible Society believes that the Bible is a force
for good.We help translate and distribute the Bible around
theworld, so that people can read the Bible in their own'heart
language'. Closer to home, we're dedicated toencouraging people to
encounter the Scriptures afresh,where they'll find a new story that
can begin totransform the way they think and act.
One of the ways we try to help people discover thevalue of the
Christian Scriptures is through live arts. We are therefore
delighted to be partnering withWintershall Productions in this
presentation of The Passion of Jesus in Trafalgar Square.
You can find out more about our work at biblesociety.org.uk
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The Passion of Jesus Cast List, 29 March 2013
Announcer Nicholas HutleyNarrator Philip StreetJesus James
Burke-DunsmoreWoman & Child Jill Thomas & Daniel
ElphickLeper Woman Catherine LeongCaiaphas Brian WorthingtonPriests
Hugh Baddeley, George Hobbs, David Graham-Smith, Nic Fiddian-Green,
Dennis Evans Pontius Pilate Edward HutleyPontius Pilate’s Groom
Tyra Stoodley-Dowty Justinius Stephen DarvillJustinius’ Groom
Sebastian BurtRoman Soldiers Holy Trinity Clapham Judas Mark
StricklandPeter Tim HendyJohn Kieran HughesThomas David
PickfordOther Disciples Charles Marriott, Roger Every, James Slade,
Rob O’Shea, Michael Keane, Michael Chawatama, James Furlong, Jon
LambertServers Elizabeth Meara, Dina YatesMary Magdalene Kathy
LongbottomCrowd Jean Bayliss, Doreen Bodle, Bryn Boucher, Jo
Brickwood, Jane Burton,
Louise Callaghan, Janet Colville, Jean Deeks, Judy Denny, Daniel
Elphick, Josh Elphick, Tisha Every, Trish Fleetwood, HarrietFoges,
Molly Foges, Sarah Garrett, Anne-Marie Garrett, Julie Gibson,Nicky
Lion, Judy Lloyd, Marjorie Loxton, Peggy Macfarlane, Maggie
Marriott, Zoe O’Brien, Abi Orfila, Louise Orfila, Julie
Orfila,Angela Pickford, Jo Pomeroy, Carol Ross, John & Celia
Savage, OliveSpalding, Cindy Tripp, Xana Yates, Pat Wilson
Temple Guard Jim Colville, Ian Rochez-Maggs, Andy Elphick,
Edward Gilbert, Josh Colville, Mark Parton, Simon YatesVirgin Mary
Annie BurnfordWomen with Mary Molly Finch-Hatton, Sheelagh
Underwood, Angela Garrett, Henri Fiddian-GreenVeronica Gaye
CallagahanCenturion Ray StricklandRoman Execution Squad John
Garrett, Michael Reeve, Alex Stilwell, Matthew Garrett, Adrian
Wyn-Griffiths, Craig Collins, Sam Fiddian-GreenSimon of Cyrene Clem
DennyGood Thief Dominic LionBad Thief Laurence CallaghanBarabas
Clive WishartJoseph of Aramathia Patrick Bennett Nicodemus David
Graham-Smith
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Jesus was still speakingwhen Judas, one of thetwelve disciples,
arrived.With him was a large crowdarmed with swords andclubs and
sent by the chiefpriests and the elders. The traitor had given
thecrowd a signal: ‘The man I kiss is the one you want.Arrest
him!’
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The events leading up to the death and resurrection of Jesus
from Nazareth have been told and retoldcountless times over the
past generations. Here, weexplore how three of those who were
closest to Jesuswere impacted by the events they were caught up
in.
JUDAS: ‘THE MAN I KISS IS THE ONE YOU WANT.’
Judas’ story is a tale of greed,betrayal and remorse.
Judas Iscariot was a close companion of Jesus, who hadbeen part
of the inner circle of followers. In the earlysections of the
Gospels, Judas seems a relatively minorfigure. However, as Jesus’
revolutionary messageincreasingly scandalises the Jewish
authorities, Judasemerges from the background. He sees an
opportunity to profit himself by betraying his leader – to his
death. In a deep irony, Judas chooses a kiss of peace as a sign to
distinguish Jesus in the gloomy Garden ofGethsemane. Chapter 26 of
Matthew's Gospeldescribes the scene:
Jesus was still speaking when Judas, one of the twelvedisciples,
arrived. With him was a large crowd armedwith swords and clubs and
sent by the chief priests andthe elders. The traitor had given the
crowd a signal: ‘The man I kiss is the one you want. Arrest
him!’
Judas went straight to Jesus and said, ‘Peace be withyou,
Teacher,’ and kissed him.
Jesus answered, ‘Be quick about it, friend!’
Perhaps Judas didn't realise what the consequences ofhis
betrayal would be. Or maybe he couldn't stand theguilt. Whatever
the motivation, he soon regrets hisactions. Unable to undo what he
had done, he hangshimself in despair.
Consider• Do you stop to consider the consequences of your
choices? What practical steps might you take in yourlife to help
make good decisions?
• Have you been betrayed by someone close to you? Or perhaps you
might have betrayed somebody else?How might you experience
reconciliation in thatsituation?
PETER: ‘I DO NOT KNOW THAT MAN!’
Peter’s story shows how actionscan often fail to live up
toaspirations.
Peter was rambunctious – a natural leader amongstJesus'
followers. At the Last Supper, he voices hisunwavering support for
Jesus, ‘I will never leave you,’ he claims. Yet hours later, under
the possible threat ofassociation with Jesus, Peter has already
deniedknowing the defendant in the courtroom drama twice.Now, on
third questioning, Mark's Gospel describesPeter’s response:
‘I swear that I am telling the truth! May God punish me if I am
not! I do not know that man!’
Just then a cock crowed and Peter remembered whatJesus had told
him: ‘Before the cock crows, you will saythree times that you do
not know me.’ He went out andwept bitterly.
Peter immediately realises the extent of his weakness in the
face of adversity. All his promises had come tonothing!
Yet, perhaps it is this very process of realising his
owninabilities which allows Peter to handle theresponsibility of
becoming one of the leaders of theearly church. His mistake opened
the way for humilityand grace. Without going through this process
offalling short of his hopes, Peter would never have beenable to
achieve all that he hoped for in the long term.
Consider• Do you recognise times where you have failed to
live
up to your aspirations? Or perhaps when you havelimited your
hopes for fear of failure?
• Can you see the positive that comes out of timeswhen you feel
you let others down? How can youhelp others who have let you down
learn from theirmistakes?
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The Passionof Jesusthrough theeyes of thoseclosest tothe
events
EYEWITNESSES
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MARY OF MAGDALENE: ‘THEYHAVE TAKEN MY LORD AWAY’
Mary’s story is about devotion,hope and surprise.
At Jesus' crucifixion, it is the women who are some of the main
bystanders. John's Gospel describes Mary ofMagdalene, along with
others standing close to Jesus'cross. The tender devotion shown to
Jesus by Maryremains even after his death. It is Mary who wants
tohonour Jesus by anointing his dead body at his tomb.And maybe it
is the same devotion that only recognisesthe risen Jesus in the
tone of his voice when he says hername. John's Gospel describes the
scene:
Then she turned around and saw Jesus standing there; but she did
not know that it was Jesus. ‘Woman, why are you crying?’ Jesus
asked her. ‘Who is it that you are looking for?’
She thought he was the gardener, so she said to him, ‘If you
took him away, sir, tell me where you have put him, and I will go
and get him.’
Jesus said to her, ‘Mary!’
She turned toward him and said in Hebrew, ‘Rabboni!’ (This means
‘Teacher.’)
And so Mary of Magdalene becomes the first witness to the
resurrected Jesus. Even when her eyes didn'trecognise him (was he
somehow different looking, ordid he choose to disguise himself
somehow?), her earswere accustomed to listening for Jesus' voice.
Mary,devoted to Jesus even when all hope seemed lost, findsher hope
rewarded.
Consider• What kind of situations are you or others you know
facing which seem hopeless? How might you drawinspiration from
the account of Jesus' resurrection?
• Do you take time to listen for the voice of God inyour
everyday life? Do you think there may beoccasions when you miss
God's presence because of your expectations?
Discover three other perspectives on theevents in The Passion of
Jesus (Nicodemus,Mary the mother of Jesus, and Pilate) byvisiting
biblesociety.org.uk/passion2013
Digital PilgrimageIf you have time after the performance, why
not followthe Bible Society Culture Trails digital pilgrimage
aroundsome hidden sights of London?
A pilgrimage is an ancient tradition, an opportunity tomake
space to listen to God through sights and smells.
Traditionally, you might expect to go on a pilgrimage to aholy
site or wide open scenery. However, it's still possibleto seek this
listening experience in the busyness of ourcapital city. You can
access the digital pilgrimage byvisiting culturetrails.org.uk on
your smartphone andfollow the directions from place to place.
It lasts up to two hours (although you can stop any time!)and
you will pass some historic places of Christianworship in the heart
of the capital.
sarumPrinters
www.sarumcolourview.co.uk
Sarum Colourview is very pleased to support the Wintershall
Players’ production of The Passion of Jesus, in collaboration with
Bible Society
Tell us your experienceAs you watch The Passion, we hope you
have a powerful experience.Share your thoughts of The Passion for
others to appreciate.
If you’d like to share your experiences we may use them in
futurepublications and media. To respond after the performance
please email your story to [email protected], and include
your name and contact details.
Tweet #londonpassion or go to facebook.com/biblesociety
Programme Photos:
Jo Pomeroy
Benedict Parsons
Steve Porter
Wintershall Charitable Trust
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Its themes echo through the millennia. No other story has
inspired so much transformation, prompted so much creativity or
connected with so many people. It stirs emotions and provokes
amazement.
Wintershall Productions, in partnership with Bible Society,
hopes youwill enjoy this performance of The Passion. When you
return home lookagain at the events that took place so many years
ago. Discover theimpact they have in your own life – and in our
wider society.
To help you, Bible Society has produced a reflection, on p10, 11
and 12,and also offers a contemporary pilgrimage route that you
might like towalk following the close of the performance (see p13).
If you would liketo find out more about the Bible, and Bible
Society's work, you can visitour marquee and exhibition in the
Square (located near the emergencyservices) or visit the website at
biblesociety.org.uk
As you leave today, we hope you will take away more than a great
day out. We hope you will be renewed in your understanding of
thesignificance of these events, so that you might join the
generations of individuals inspired to help transform the world for
the better.
James Catford, Group Chief Executive, Bible Society
The Passion: A Transformation
Momentousevents‘The four Gospels allrecord the momentousevents
of Holy Week:the death andresurrection of ourLord Jesus Christ.
Butthe whole Bible helpsus to interpret thisEaster story andinvites
us as we readto encounter theLiving Word of God,who can bring us
newlife and transform oursociety.’
Rt Revd and Rt HonRichard Chartres, The Bishop of Londonand
Bible SocietyPresident.
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can understand and at a price they canafford. Last year 82-year-old
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