Rachel Summers, author of Wild Worship, Wild Lent and Wild Advent will be helping us to think about how we connect with people and help them to find beauty and sacred space in the commonplace and seemingly insignificant. Whether you call it Outdoor Church, Forest Church or Muddy Church - if you have been thinking... Read more »
Going beyond the risk assessment and exploring children’s spirituality. This is an ecumenical initiative working together with The Well Network for Methodist Children, Youth and Family Workers, United Reformed Church, St Albans and Oxford Diocese and Roots for Churches. What is it? An opportunity to gather with others and explore, learn and reflect together on... Read more »
This 90-minute training session on Zoom is for those who already run a Messy Church and who wish to explore and discuss different approaches to ‘rebooting’ it while there are Covid-related restrictions on meeting together. The Masterclasses are free, but BRF would be delighted if you could make a donation to help us develop BRF’s... Read more »
An Introduction to Godly Play offers participants key elements of the Godly Play approach. This course will be over three x 90 minute sessions on Tuesdays 4 May, 11 May and 18 May 2021 starting at 10 a.m. on each occasion. Cost £35 (non-refundable) Trainers: Alison Summerskill, Katherine Lyddon and Richard Knott
Join Christian, our Diocesan Youth Missioner, for a one hour catch-up for everyone involved in supporting young people with time to pray, swap ideas and reflect on how we might look ahead and plan to develop our youth provision. All involved in youth ministry are welcome - just book your place via the link below... Read more »
A Care for the Family event Anxiety levels and poor mental health are on the rise in children and young people, and as a parent this can feel overwhelming … even at times debilitating. But there’s good news! Parents have incredible power to help their children build strong emotional resilience and a healthy mental wellbeing.... Read more »
After a year like no other, what do children, young people, and families need this summer, and how can we help provide it? Join Margaret (Children’s Mission Enabler) and Christian (Youth Missioner) to think about how we can show God’s love in our communities. No need to book, just join us here. You can view... Read more »
How can you make the most out of your baptism contacts? What can help parents, godparents, and guests to connect with God and want to know more? Come share experiences and ideas, and hear more about the 2016 “Baptism Matters” research, looking at preparation, the service itself, and opportunities for follow-up. No need to book,... Read more »
How can we continue to support the wellbeing of young people within our congregations and wider community? Join us to share questions and hear some practical ideas to accompany young people through their daily challenges. No need to book, just join us here. You can find details of all the Flourishing Churches' Zoom Cafes and... Read more »