One 2 Three
Patrick Sherring
Archdeacon Jonathan talked through the drama of Holy week. Palm Sunday presented the excited crowd showing they expected Jesus to overthrow the Roman occupiers. Jesus had a different kind of kingdom in mind. He was riding a donkey. Palms will be being waved in many churches and some will even have a donkey. For example, there will a procession in Brentwood High Street organised by St Thomas church. A donkey will be leading the procession around the grounds of Chelmsford Cathedral. Jonathan spoke of the human betrayal of Jesus by a friend at the Last Supper and that maybe there have been times when we have felt let down. Good Friday had a resonance for us all with living through dark times. For the disciples this was the execution of Jesus. The joy of Easter day with Jesus having over-come death is at the very heart of the Christian faith. There will be joyous celebrations in all churches.
Playlist
Van Morrison – Down to joy – from the up-coming album – Remember now – to be released in on 13th of June
Big Country – Big Country – 1983 Top 10 in 2 countries. UK no 17, USA no 17. One of the tracks chosen last week by Rob Saggs from CHESS Homeless. He gave us an update on the Turnabout project, providing 24 single homeless units for local people. This will be open for clients at the end of the month. https://www.chesshomeless.org
Elton John – I guess that is why they call it the blues. 1983 UK no 5, Zimbabwe no 1, USA no 4 Top 10 in another 3 countries. Jonathan chose this track because he has really appreciated the music of Elton John over the years.
Russell Crowe – Stars – from the soundtrack of Les Misérables. Jonathan told how this track from the show contrast law and grace.
Phil Wickham – Living hope. 2018 USA Christian no 10, selling 5000,000. CMA Dove awards winner. Jonathan said this track contains real the message of the significance of Easter.
Birthdays competition.
Bananarama – Venus – 1986 USA no 1 & in 13 more countries. UK no 8 & Top 10 in 9 more countries. Global sales of over 5 million copies. Keren Woodward, one of the founding member of the group, was 64 years old on April 2nd.
Myleene Klass – Toccata and fugue – 2007 release from the album – Moving on. Originally a member of Hear’Say, TV & radio personality Myleene was 47 years old last Sunday.
Tony Orlando & Dawn – Knock three times – 1970 No 1 in USA, UK & 4 more countries. Global sales of over 6 million. Tony retired from performing last year. On 3rd of April he celebrated his 81st birthday.
Thanks to Chris and Bob in Harlow, Sian in Kuala Lumpur , Chris in Guildford, Jonathan in the studio and Patrick and Rene in Ingatestone for taking part today. The winner with points with 4 was Bob, who provided the only correct age today, that of Keren Woodward. Sain had 2 points. Jonathan was very pleased to have one point, along with 4 other contestants.
Dean Martin – That’s Amore – Patrick requested this 1953 US no 2 on 78 rpm.
Elvis Presley – Way down – 1977 No 1 UK & Ireland. USA no 18. 2005 UK no 2.
Chart this week in 1989.
No 1 Bangles – Eternal flame – also a no 1 in USA & 7 more countries. Top 10 in a further 12 countries.
No 6 Jason Donovan – Too many hearts – UK & Ireland No 1. Top 10 in a further 8 countries. Play for regular birthdays competition player Sian.
No 19 Fine Young Cannibals – Good thing – USA & Canada No 1. UK no 7. Top 10 in a further 3 countries.
Genesis – I can’t dance – 1992 No 1 in 2 countries. UK no 7, USA no 7.
Quincey Jones – Soul Bossanova
Lauren Housley & The Northern Cowboys – High Time – recent release. Lauren is on tour at the moment. Details on her website.
Next week we have a special show to mark the Easter weekend. There will be exclusive reflections from Ian and the team from the Brentwood School’s Christian Worker Trust. We will also hear from Bishop Guli, the Bishop of Chelmsford.
