Welcome to the Church of Ireland Children & Families Ministry interactive video trail.
Our trail invites families to experience the Christmas story from a fresh perspective. Each stop features a QR code that links to a video that can be played on mobile devices. These videos showcase characters such as Mary, Joseph, and Elizabeth, acted out in short monologues that help us imagine what the first Christmas was like.
The videos delve into the emotions and questions each character may have faced—the joys, the doubts, and even the fears. This approach brings the entire narrative to life and encourages families and friends to engage in meaningful conversations together.
The trail includes posters that can be printed in either A2 landscape, or A4 pages if you prefer. We recommend laminating them or having them professionally printed on Corriboard to display around the churchyard. We encourage the entire congregation to wander through the churchyard and interact with each stop, or consider opening the gates to the local community and offering warm drinks along with opportunities for conversation at the end of the trail.
Participants can easily access the videos by scanning the QR codes on each poster. For those who prefer not to use devices, each stop also features practical activities suitable for all ages, ensuring that the experience is not purely digital.
Download the A2 size landscape trail by clicking the Donkey image below.
Download the A4 size trail by clicking the Sheep image below.
Or Scan the QR code to watch an example of one of the videos.
