Ideas

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Advent & Christmas resources

These resources are designed for you to be able to use them both online and in person to make the most of Advent and Christmas. Please keep checking back as more resources will be added as we approach December.

Black History Month

Books, videos, and more to challenge and support churches investigating black history and what it means for their community going forward. We will be adding to this list during October, so be sure to check back regularly!

Celebrate Harvest!

A list of top resources we've found for you to celebrate Harvest this year.

Collective worship in schools

Collective Worship is an affirmation and celebration of each school's distinctive Christian vision and ethos. Here are a few resources to support you in delivering Collective Worship.

Connecting with Schools

We have brought together some practical examples of good practice and ideas for ways that the members of the church and school community can share in and contribute to each other’s work and role.

Creationtide

Explore this great mix of national and local resources for worship and prayer during Creationtide.

Digital Church

Find the right way for your church to go digital.

Faith at Home with Kids & Youth

Resources to encourage and enable conversations about faith with your children at home.

Mapping the Gospels

A unique way to explore the Gospel of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John through sets of Bible study 'maps'; perfect for small groups or individual reflection.

Mapping the Seasons

Explore the Trinity, Remembrance and Advent themes through reflection, art, poetry and music

Outdoor Church

Meeting together outside will be a practical and health-boosting way of being church in a post-pandemic world. This collection of resources gives you helpful advice for meeting safely as well as ideas for worship and creativity.

Racial Justice Sunday

Racial Justice Sunday 2023 is marking the 30 year anniversary since the murder of Stephen Lawrence in London. Here are some important messages, resources and videos for churches and communities to use and engage with, brought together by Revd Karlene Kerr, Bishop's Adviser for UKME affairs. This year, Racial Justice Sunday takes place on Sunday 12 February 2023, Your church, school or community can get involved or find out more by using the resources here:

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