How churches in Weymouth and Portland have grown through prayer and PRAY
PRAY – Prioritise, Resource, Adapt, You – has helped frame work with children and young people at two growing churches.
How having a pathway from 0-18 keeps children and young people engaged
Find out how the Children Changing Places project in Manchester Diocese is engaging children, young people and families.
How to actively encourage children and young people to explore faith
Engaging children, families, and younger generations is vital for church growth.
How to answer difficult questions about faith
Discover how other youth leaders are engaging with young people’s difficult questions.
How to ask a question to help young people think about God
We asked Youth Ministers how to engage young people in reflecting on their beliefs about God. Here’s their insight.
How to attract, welcome and care for families considering a Christening
Help families with babies discover that your church is a place of welcome for them.
How to be more effective with what you have got
Learn how prioritising parents and using what you already have can boost the impact of your work with children and young people.
How to begin to harness the practices of community organising for church growth
This short blog suggests ways you might begin to apply the approach of community organising to growing your church.
How to complete your Stats for Mission form and why it matters
Find out more about the annual Stats for Mission form, including answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
How to connect with families around Hallowe’en
Ideas and resources to support ministry to families around All Hallows’ Eve.
How to connect with families around Lent
A gentle way to welcome families into a church setting while sharing a Christian tradition at the start of Lent.
How to create a regular slot on Sundays for everyday faith stories
Ensure that everyday faith stories are captured and shared, and learn about the practicalities of recording and sharing them.
How to create space to listen to children and young people
Ways for your church to foster warmth, inclusion, and ensure children and young people feel heard in a safe space.
How to develop a clear mission & purpose for your church
These resources can help churches with setting out a clear plan to succeed with growth in numbers.
How to do mission through sport in public places
A ‘how to’ guide on doing mission through sport from the Scripture Union.
How to do sung worship when you have no musicians
Creative, practical ways to engage children and youth in meaningful worship experiences.
