We are all on journeys. And when we get tired, God is there to give us strength and courage to keep going. When the angel appeared to Mary, it started her on a very special journey that we are invited to remember now.
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This reflective prayer considers how Mary felt when the angel visited her and encourages us to take courage when life is scary. It can be used as part of a family service.
A reflection using the changing leaves of Autumn, encouraging us to consider how change impact us and our relationship with God.
These prayers are based on the theme of ‘letting go’ of what keeps us from God and keeping our hearts focussed on Him. They fit roughly with Mark 7: 1-8, 14, 15, 21-23 (this week’s gospel reading), but could easily stand alone.
This is a lovely simple finger labyrinth that can help to quieten busy minds and focus thoughts on God
Whilst this resource was created for pandemic times you can adapt it to use during situations of where hope needs to be the focus. The Liturgical Advisory Committee (LAC) of the Church of Ireland published a resource for use in the Church to help children to reflect on their experiences of the pandemic. The resource, entitled A Service of Lamentation and Hope in the Context of a Pandemic Experience, centres around the themes of lament and hope
This resource was commissioned by the Church of Ireland Children’s Ministry and was created by the founder of Muddy Church, Lucie Hutson.
They explore the wonder of God’s Creation and are suitable for all ages.
A few ideas on ways to make an Easter garden – two of which are edible…yum!
Beautiful Trail for your church around St Patrick’s day – a great way to draw people into the church grounds.
TRAILS Bible Society Lent & Easter ‘The Seriously surprising Adventure Trail’ is a tried and tested trail that comes with 11 points to pause and learn more about the Easter story. You can place the 11 points (each an A4 sheet) around your church grounds like signposts or in a designated area in a park…