Singing in the Rain- Look, See, Pray
September 23, 2021
Rain falls on us all, just like trouble makes us equal- we all go through it. Question is- how do we respond? … More Singing in the Rain- Look, See, Pray
Painting the Poop-Pipe Gold – Esther
September 20, 2021
Yesterday, I took my daughter to uni for the start of term. Always a bit of a wrench driving away and leaving her there, but such is life, eh? Sometimes you just have to pull up your big girl pants and make the best of it. Rather like Esther, who probably had very posh big … More Painting the Poop-Pipe Gold – Esther
A Little Piece of History- Look, See, Pray
September 16, 2021
Now this little piece of history is a curiosity, and mostly forgotten. But it had a vital purpose, and was part of a campaign that changed the world. … More A Little Piece of History- Look, See, Pray
Road Sign Harvest Prayers
September 13, 2021
Spelling out the word HARVEST, this uses road signs to help us think about topics for prayer, particularly concerned with our roles as stewards of God’s earth. It is suitable for all-age worship, for an assembly, for a youth-led service or for a midweek group. It includes a confession for the first section. You can … More Road Sign Harvest Prayers
Read the Weather- Look, See, Pray
September 9, 2021
Grandad told me (aged about 6, I think) about the “red sky at night” being a sign of good weather next day. It mattered- he was a specialist grower of fruit and vegetables. His work, and his livelihood, depended on knowing what was coming next. I’ve always remembered what my lovely Grandad told me as … More Read the Weather- Look, See, Pray
Harvest Roundup + New Book
September 6, 2021
This week we have a huge round up of Harvest resources but first (banging of drums and clashing of cymbals) a New Book! It’s called ‘Creativity Matters’, is brand new out, and features a chapter by yours truly. My chapter is called Why Write Drama?, and it nestles among Why Write Memoir?, Why Write Crime … More Harvest Roundup + New Book
Window on the World- Look, See, Pray
September 2, 2021
Suddenly the calming green curtain of the trees pulled back to reveal the lake stretched out before us. The light swelled- as did the murmur of insects. Gatekeepers flitted in aerial dance; Red Admirals, more purposefully, sucked nectar. A red dragonfly darted past, wingtip aerobatics to impress the Red Arrows! … More Window on the World- Look, See, Pray
Outside-In (Mark 7:24-37, James 2:1-17)
August 30, 2021
Reflective Prayer This creative prayer idea is great for Messy Church, All-age worship, youth groups, adult prayer and Bible study groups or personal and family devotions. You’ll need a sheet of A4 paper and some coloured pens. The sheet of paper represents God’s kingdom. Draw crowns or write words on the paper to show this. … More Outside-In (Mark 7:24-37, James 2:1-17)
A Different Way of Life- Look, See, Pray
August 26, 2021
Canals run through beautiful English countryside, up Welsh valleys, and link Scottish lochs. Ingenious engineering has survived and still works, carefully maintained, and the whole experience has changed from hard labour to gentle leisure. It’s a grand way to holiday! … More A Different Way of Life- Look, See, Pray
Have you seen your faith? (Deut 4:1-9, Mark 7:1-23, James 1:17-27)
August 23, 2021
Activity – Have you seen your face? This is great for an up-front demo, hilarious at a youth group, and perfect for Messy Church – particularly good in a daddy-daughter pairing. You will need: Large selection of make-up / face paints / hair accessories One mirror Camera to take embarrassing photos What to do: Put … More Have you seen your faith? (Deut 4:1-9, Mark 7:1-23, James 1:17-27)
