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Songs, prayers and activities for toddlers based on the story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19.1-10)

A world ablaze mandala from Daisy Barnes, with prayers of comfort and hope

Reflections on an extraordinary spring and activities for no ordinary summer

An opportunity to explore hopes and concerns for the coming year

Siggy Parratt-Halbert explores Forest Church as an approach to environmental sustainability in church life

A set of resources for creating a ‘Forest Church’ style outdoor act of worship.

A creation time service for all ages

Ideas for a church halloween party

Read, pray, reflect and live your faith during Advent

Some prayers to use at church and to take home

Combining the secular and sacred during December

Resources to help very young children journey through the Christmas story

A service for all ages on Christmas Day

Tell the Christmas story with multisensory activities and mini-bunting

Weekly resources for families and adults to use at home

Ideas and prayers for use in a service or as part of a special event

A robin remembers the events of the first Maunday Thursday to Easter Sunday

An exploration of the Epiphany season readings from 1 Corinthians using Daisy Barnes' beautiful mandalas

This drama is ideal for use during Creation Time or at Harvest, and could be performed in an all-age service or school assembly.

Use the following materials for a children’s session or choose activities as appropriate for an all-age service.

A service exploring and celebrating real 21st century motherhood

Daily acts of worship for all ages for church or home for Year C

Resources for Holy Week based on paintings by Nebiyu Assefa

A service for Good Friday, based on Mark 14.26-15.39

Jo Williams presents a range of ideas for exploring your local cloud of witnesses

Prayers to use at the end of a holiday period before a new term

An end of holiday service for those facing new challenges whether at school,
work or home

Weekly activity that creates a road of tears to Jerusalem and then transforms into flowers of joy on Easter Day

A short, interactive Pentecost celebration for all ages

Elaine Halls offers resources to mark the signing of the Armistice in 1918.

Resources for children, young people and all ages together

Suitable for marking St Luke or Healthcare Sunday

A service for the All Saints Year C Common Worship lectionary readings: Daniel 7.13,15-18; Psalm 149; Ephesians 1.11-23; Luke 6.20-31

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

Worship and learning for the whole Church – wherever you are

Resources for families with school-aged children to use at home

School students share their experiences of an extraordinary journey
since schools closed in March

Imogen offers 2020 Journey alternatives

A report from Pippa and Jemimah

Caitlyn looks back and looks forward

Esther and Sophie offer prayers that remind us God is with us on our journey

Reflections for a summer pilgrimage

A Spirit-led pilgrimage to celebrate St Columba

Ways to mark and remember important events and people

Revised Common Lectionary readings with Common Worship variations, Year C

To help mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee this year, we have commissioned some special prayers and other resources for you to use in your celebrations.

Resources and ideas for use in acts of worship, commemorations and other events in remembrance of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II

Thinking about those who suffer as a result of conflict

Find out more about ROOTS and how it can help your intergenerational community flourish

Available to view onscreen or as a printable PDF

Revised Common Lectionary readings with Common Worship variations, Year A

Based on The Stations of the Cross, this act of worship for young people and adults remembers the events of Good Friday.

Drawing inspiration from women who create good from difficult experiences

A time to reflect on difficult decisions, temptations, and what we really need.

A nature trail aimed at ages 5 to 11 to celebrate the coronation of the 'green king'. Print the two A4 pages back to back and then fold to make an A5 leaflet.

An Ascension service for all ages using scenes from Star Wars

Finding beauty and wonder in the unexplainable

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What are we to make of angels?

How to host a light party event for 5-11s this autumn

In this flexible resource, Brenda Vance invites us to travel with Jesus to the cross

Invite your local community to join you for an Easter egg hunt in your churchyard or local green space. This is a fun way to get to know local families and build goodwill in your community, as well as sharing the Easter story.

Resources for Ascension Day focused on Acts 1.1-11

How church workers can help to support children’s mental health

A fun, sports-themed event for the whole community