‘Christening’ or ‘baptism’? Why language matters
Learn about how language can create an unnecessary barrier with families, and how that can be avoided.
‘It’s about finding a new sense of who I am’ – parents find roles in toddler group
St Francis Bournville is supporting people to find their vocations in their toddler group.
“A beacon for the community” – Estates Churches: Cloister Café
Started after Lee-Anne attended a leadership course with her diocese, the Cloister Café offers a safe meeting space.
“A close-knit community” – Estates Churches: Holy Nativity Church, Eastfields
Play, prayers and singing are the mainstays of Little Lambs, a toddler group that builds community with families.
“A good project for the area.” – Estates Churches: Baby Exchange Centre
A church leadership course led to a Baby Exchange Centre, where parents can collect free baby clothing and items.
“I could use that experience to help other people” – Estates Churches: Teardrops
After attending a leadership course with her diocese, Jill used her experience of grief to start a bereavement group.
“It’s just giving back what they’ve given me” – Estates Churches: Emmanuel Church
Emmanuel Church’s homeless outreach started when Kevin, now the chef, walked through the door with nowhere else to go.
4000 children to attend a Lighthouse holiday club this summer
Lighthouse is a summer holiday club run by churches. Find out what other think churches in this short video.
A bishop’s reflection on sport and everyday faith
The Bishop of Tonbridge reflects on why the popularity of sport means it’s a great context for sharing our love for God.
A dozen ways to help baptism families feel welcome in church
These simple suggestions will help your church to offer a warm welcome when a family visits for their child’s baptism.
A once closed city centre church is now thriving with eco-friendly transformation
At St Margaret’s Church in Portsmouth, a warm church has friendliness, kindness, and what they call ‘the warmth of Christ’.
A voyage of discovery – Deepening discipleship in Messy Churches and beyond
Explore how Messy Church can help grow discipleship through creative, research-backed approaches across three dioceses.
Adapting to welcome children, young people and families
Find out how other churches have adapted to welcome children, young people and families.
All round training for every volunteer youth leader
Find out more about Youthscape’s training to equip and encourage volunteers for youth ministry.
All Souls’ resources pack
Use these resources to tell people what is happening in your parish around All Souls’ Day.
Amazing Journey prayer calendar
Four weeks of simple creative daily prayer ideas for godparents and godchildren in an easy-to-read ‘calendar’.
