Reaching those who engage in youth and children’s work is paramount to the work of Dan Jones, the Youth and Children’s Adviser. ‘Newslink’ is a free newsletter produced by Dan three times a year at Easter, Harvest and Christmas, providing youth and children’s leaders with relevant articles, stories, ideas, new resources and training opportunities in and around the diocese. Read the latest and back issues here.
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This worship idea is a reflection based on Psalm 46 - "Be still and know that I am God."
It was first presented at the Next Generation conference in October 2011. You can use this video file or Powerpoint presentation to try it yourself.
These two Powerpoints present the Lord's Prayer, one traditional and the other a modern twist of Jesus’s words in Luke 11:1-4. A great visual tool for brightening up all-age worship or concluding an assembly in school.
Many schools are working hard to create reflective spaces such as sacred gardens outdoors or reflective corners indoors. Here are some ideas to try.
This is a reflective exercise, considering a tree.
For more ideas like this, see our Schools newsletter or contact Katy Staples, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
For up-to-date ideas, resources and guidance for youth ministry check out Youthwork magazine every month at www.youthwork.co.uk
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