UPDATED THIS MONTH - June 2011: Homepage, Resources Centre.
Remember to make good use of the Recource Cupboard for all your events this summer. Contact Hilary Jakeman - 07734 436879 to hire games and other activities.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Muddy Church!
An opportunity to have fun exploring the countryside, picnic among the trees, see birds, plants and sometimes animals and enjoy God’s creation. It is a worshipping community for all ages, centred on Christ, giving people an opportunity to see, enjoy and learn about God’s creation and care for us and our planet. A chance for people to share first hand in the great outdoors, eat together and have fun as a Christ-centred group.
MUDDY SHOES - Especially for families and those who like a gentle stroll of around 1-3 miles. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Come and join us on the fourth Sunday of each month at 12.30pm-5-5.30 pm
on June 26th, July 24th, Aug.28th & Sept. 25th.
MUDDY BOOTS - ‘Proper’ walks and rambles of around 5-10 miles. Come and join us on the fourth Saturday of each month throughout the year.
June 25th, July 23rd Aug. 29th (B.Hol), Sept. 24th, Oct. 22nd & Nov. 26th.
To book a place, please e-mail
Andy: mountaincaver-muddyboots@yahoo.co.uk
or call Caroline on 01322 332809
St Paul’s website: stpaulsnorthumberlandheath.org.uk
6 evening sessions, Youth Work Training from Greenwich Youth for Christ run in partnership with the Diocese of Southwark over the rest of this year.
Thursday 31st March Launch session:
Why Christian Youth Work? - Bishop Christopher Chessun and Dr Nick Shepherd, Chief Executive of The Centre for Youth Ministry (CYM). No fee for this session but please register. See below for details
Further sessions:
18th May – Developing Young People's Spirituality - Jenny Baker
15th June – Romance Academy - Rachel Gardner
28th September - Responding to Challenging Behaviour– Nigel Pimlott
2nd November – The Faith of Generation Y - Bob and Sylvie Mayo
30th November - Through the Screen Darkly: New Media - Richard James
All sessions run from 6.30pm-9.15pm and will be held at St John's, Waterloo. Sessions cost £5 each or three for £10 if you book them at the same time. Full details, and a booking form, can be found at http://www.southwark.anglican.org/what/cydg-news
ANGELSPACE: Angelspace takes place in Rochester Cathedral from 6-8pm and includes worship, games, fun workshops, cafe and chill out. It is a safe space for secondary-school aged young people to engage with their faith in new ways. Each group of young people must be accompanied by a Leader responsible for them during the event. The next 2010 dates for Angelspace are: 10th July.
If you have young people who need a lift, or room in your car / minibus to offer lifts, please contact Alice asap. Thank you.
LITTLE ANGELS - SONGS, STORIES, ARTS & CRAFT, GAMES.
A brand new, free, after-school club for 3-5 year olds
Mondays 4.00-5.15 pm at St Andrew’s Church, Brampton Road
A Christian based group (everybody welcome) aimed at 3-5 year olds. Our experienced leaders are all CRB checked. Limited spaces available, so book early to avoid disappointment. For more info and to reserve a place please contact: Samantha Dudley 01322 409289 / 07957 641642
Messy Church, St. Paul's Northumberland Heath.
An opportunity for primary school aged children and their families to enjoy fun games, art & craft and a bible story, followed by a delicious family meal together. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Come and join us on the first Tuesday of each month @ 3.30 – 6 pm
To book a place please call Janet 01322 521067
Messy Church, St. John's Welling.
All are welcome. Please bring a small contribution of £2 per family which includes a messy meal. No need to book but please call if you can. Please note that all Children and young people must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
3:45 - 4:55pm - Messy Craft (activities and crafts)
4:55 - 5:15pm - Messy Worship (a short celebration)
5:15 - 5:45pm - Messy Meal (stay and have dinner)
For more information call Laura Webster 0208 3039126
'Going for Growth ' For the new diocesan website click here.