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Welcome The Word
Welcome the Word contains celebrations of the Word for children for every Sunday of the Church's three-year cycle - an incredible 596 pages in all. Each Sunday is accompanied by notes to help leaders deepen their own understanding of the Gospels, with links made between the Sunday liturgy and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Every week is structured to include a resources section, an opening prayer or reflective activity, a Gospel reading, homily, intercessions and a community link to take the children back into Mass. Templates for take-home cards for the children are available as downloadable resources.
£30.99 - £39.99
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Life Matters
Key Stage 1 - 250 ready-to-use acts of collective worshipSimple stories, told well, convey important lessons for life. The 50 acts of worship here address some of the many issues that confront primary school children, using characters in familiar situations to portray relevant, direct messages. Topics covered include belief, war, listening to others, being kind and resisting temptation. Each act of worship includes a reading, a short piece of Scripture, suggested songs and a prayer, and is flexible enough to be condensed for when time is short. Life Matters is a reliable source for anyone involved in preparing and delivering acts of collective worship in a primary school setting, for children of all faiths and none. Contents A trouble sharedAdmitting your faultsBe grateful for what you haveBe kind to those who need youBeing conceitedBeing humbleBeing kind to othersBeing too proud of yourselfBeliefBetter to give a poundBoasting - just be yourselfCare for the lonelyCaring for GodCaring for othersChanging what doesn't seem rightCrime hurts many peopleDeceiving othersDoes it matter?Don't believe everything you readDon't lose your temperDon't speak evil of othersEveryone is importantFollowing the crowdGetting it wrongGive to those less fortunateGiving time to GodGod can't answer very prayerGod's beautiful worldGod's houseHelping the poor and weakHow the other half livesIf you haven't got anything nice to say, keep quietJudging othersKeeping our lives in tuneLove is greater than any giftMake peace, not warNo one listensResisting temptationRewarding kindnessStrictly no smokingTaking advantageTalking to GodThe alcoholicThe cost of warThe most beautiful mum in the worldTrue friendshipWe all make mistakesWho believes in God?You are never alone
£13.99 - £15.99
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A Most Amazing Man - Year C
This collection of Nick Fawcett's moving meditations is linked to the Common Worship Lectionary for Year C, covering every Sunday plus the major festivals. The meditations focus exclusively on the Gospel readings and are written from the perspective of characters from the Gospels, breathing new life into these familiar passages to stimulate reflection on the person of Jesus. They can be used to supplement the sermon, or replace it in a less formal family service. In section two of the book, there is a collection of reflective services for Christian festivals throughout the year, and also resources for quiet days. Specification Book format - Paperback Published - July 2009 Weight - Page Count - 374 Dimensions - ISBN - 9781848672062 ISBN 10 - 1848672063
£30.99 - £33.99
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A Most Amazing Man Year B
A new resource book by Nick Fawcett is always warmly welcomed by those who prepare worship. The latest in the A most amazing man series is based on the Gospel readings for Year B of the Lectionary. It is in two sections A series of meditations - for every Sunday and major feast - written from the perspective of characters who appear in the Gospels. They breathe new life into familiar passages and are ideal as a sermon supplement or a replacement in a less formal all-age service. A collection of reflective services, still based on the Gospel readings, for festivals throughout the year and resources for quiet days. As ever, Nick Fawcett provides you with fresh and imaginative ways of presenting the message of Jesus and his challenge for today. Specification Book format - Softback Published -March 2011 Weight - Page Count - Dimensions - ISBN - 978-1848673632 ISBN 10 - 1848673639
£33.99
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A Most Amazing Man - Year A
Nick Fawcett's latest book is based on the Gospel readings for Year A of the Lectionary. It is in two sections, both based on the Gospels: Section One is a series of meditations - one for every Sunday and major feast - written from the perspective of Bible characters who appear in the Gospels. They are ideal as a sermon supplement or replacement in a less formal all-age service. Section Two has reflective services and resources for quiet days. Contents About the Author Introduction How to use this book Section 1- Meditations - Advent Section 1- Meditations - Christmas Section 1- Meditations - Epiphany Section 1- Meditations - Ordinary Time (1) Section 1- Meditations - Lent Section 1- Meditations - Holy Week Section 1- Meditations - Easter Section 1- Meditations - Ordinary Time (2) Section 2 - Reflective Services and Events - Reflective Services Section 2 - Reflective Services and Events - Reflective Events Appendix 1 - Suggestions for Accompanying Music Appendix 2 - Possible Visual Resources Appendix 3 - Leading a Quiet Day/Reflective Event Index of Key Themes Index of Principal Characters Index of Principal Bible Passages Specifications Book format - paperback Published - January 2016 Weight - 744g Page Count - 368 Dimensions - 250 x 177 x 28 mm ISBN - 9781848676879 ISBN 10 - 1848676875
£30.99 - £33.99
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One For All Bundle
One for All presents complete services for every Sunday of the year. They are designed to include everyone, which means that the whole congregation worships together and nobody is tidied away.Each service offers a completely fresh set of ideas, tailored to a specific theme:• Lively Bible storytelling which may be visual, dramatic or even edible!• Creative prayers using tactile objects, movement, stillness, sound or silence• Interactive, multi-media teaching to help people of all ages explore their faith together• An opening prayer activity to gather people together• Complete scripts and checklists for leaders• Visual resources on the accompanying CD-ROMOne for All is the themed version of All-sorts Worship. It is the ideal book bundle for real all-age worship which creates a sense of excitement and belonging in your church.
£99.99
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One For All 3
One for All 3 presents complete services for every Sunday of the year. They are designed to include everyone, which means that the whole congregation worships together and nobody is tidied away. Each service offers a completely fresh set of ideas, tailored to a specific theme: • Lively Bible storytelling which may be visual, dramatic or even edible!• Creative prayers using tactile objects, movement, stillness, sound or silence• Interactive, multi-media teaching to help people of all ages explore their faith together• An opening prayer activity to gather people together• Complete scripts and checklists for leaders• Visual resources available to download One for All 3 is the themed version of All-sorts Worship Year C. It is the ideal book for real all-age worship which creates a sense of excitement and belonging in your church.
£33.99
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One For All - 2
You can't change a service into all-age worship just by throwing in a children's sermon and an action song. One for All 2 presents complete services for every Sunday of the year, which are designed to include everyone. Each service has a variety of multi-sensory activities ranging from mazes to collages to picnics. There is a checklist for leaders to ensure they have everything they need and many of the resources are contained on the accompanying digital resources. One for All 2 is the themed version of All-sorts Worship Year B and is the ideal book for imaginative, fun, real all-age worship which creates a sense of belonging in your church.
£33.99
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One For All
Complete services for every Sunday of the year, designed to include everyone so nobody is tidied away. Arranged into themes, each service has a variety of multi-sensory activities ranging from puppets to picnics. There is a checklist for leaders to ensure you have everything you need and many of the resources are contained on a download available in the resources section below. One for All is the themed version of All-sorts Worship Year A and is the ideal book for creative, fun, all-age worship which created a sense of belonging in your church.
£30.99 - £33.99
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Remember War, Make Peace
Bravery does not belong to one flag. This resource book provides prayers, reflections, songs and services for Remembrance Sunday with a global perspective in which all casualties of war are remembered. Much of the material originates from the Movement for the Abolition of War and aims to honour Harry Patch's words: 'War isn't worth one life.'
£15.99
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All-Sorts Worship Year C
You can't turn a service into an all-age worship service just by throwing in a children's sermon and an action song. All-sorts Worship contains complete services for every Sunday of Year C, which are designed to include people of 'all sorts and conditions of life', meaning that the whole congregation worships together and nobody is tidied away. Each service offers a completely fresh set of ideas, tailored to a specific theme. This is the ideal book for real all-age worship which creates a sense of excitement and belonging in your church. See Resources Tab for downloads. Contents About the authorIntroductionFirst Sunday of AdventSecond Sunday of AdventThird Sunday of AdventFourth Sunday of AdventChristmas EveChristmas DayFirst Sunday of ChristmasSecond Sunday of ChristmasEpiphanyFirst Sunday of EpiphanySecond Sunday of EpiphanyThird Sunday of EpiphanyFourth Sunday of EpiphanyCandlemasProper 1Proper 2Proper 3Second Sunday before Lent: Pets' serviceSunday next before LentAsh WednesdayFirst Sunday of LentSecond Sunday of LentThird Sunday of LentFourth Sunday of Lent: Mothering SundayThe AnnunciationFifth Sunday of LentPalm SundayMaundy ThursdayGood FridayEaster DaySecond Sunday of EasterThird Sunday of EasterFourth Sunday of EasterFifth Sunday of EasterSixth Sunday of EasterAscension DaySeventh Sunday of EasterPentecostTrinity SundayProper 4Proper 5Proper 6Proper 7Proper 8Proper 9Proper 10Proper 11Proper 12Proper 13Proper 14Proper 15Proper 16Proper 17Proper 18Proper 19Proper 20Proper 21Harvest ThanksgivingProper 22Proper 23Proper 24Proper 25All Saints' DayFourth Sunday before AdventThird Sunday before AdventRemembrance SundaySecond Sunday before AdventChrist the KingResources for ActivitiesIndex by theme Specification Book format - Paperback Published - May 2011 Weight - 16428g Page Count - 569 Dimensions - 21 x 27.9 x 3.4 cm ISBN - 9781848675308 ISBN 10 -1848675305
£33.99
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All-Sorts Worship Year B
You can't turn a Eucharist into an all-age worship service just by throwing in a children's sermon and an action song. All-sorts Worship contains complete services for every Sunday of Common Worship Year B, which are designed to include people of 'all sorts and conditions of life', meaning that the whole congregation worships together and nobody is tidied away. Each service has a variety of multi-sensory activities ranging from puppets to puzzles to picnics. There is a checklist for leaders to ensure you have everything you need and many of the resources are contained on the accompanying downloads. This is the ideal book for creative, fun, real all-age worship which creates a sense of belonging in your church. See Resources Tab for downloads. Specification Book format - Softback Published -March 2011 Weight - Page Count - Dimensions - ISBN - 978-1848672871 ISBN 10 - 184867287X
£33.99
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All-Sorts Worship Year A
You can't turn a Eucharist into an all-age worship service just by throwing in a children's sermon and an action song. All-sorts Worship contains complete services for every Sunday of Common Worship Year A, which are designed to include people of 'all sorts and conditions of life', meaning that the whole congregation worships together and nobody is tidied away. Each service has a variety of multi-sensory activities ranging from puppets to puzzles to picnics. There is a checklist for leaders to ensure you have everything you need and many of the resources are available digitally. This is the ideal book for creative, fun, real all-age worship which creates a sense of belonging in your church. See Resources Tab for downloads.
£33.99
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From The Stable To The Cross
Christmas is a beautiful story, familiar and loved. But Christmas is only the beginning – the start of a journey that leads all the way to Easter and beyond. This service takes people on that journey, as seen through the eyes of the Gospel writer Luke, using drama, Bible readings and songs which are contained on the accompanying tracks. Appropriate for use at any time from Christmas to Easter, it is an occasion for praise, worship and outreach, telling the familiar story of Christmas and the not-so-familiar story of 'what happened next'. Contents As Mary heard the angelMy soul will praise the LordThe cry of a babyThe shadow of a crossFrom the stable to the crossWe'll sing the Gospel story
£17.99
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Look Through The Window
A collection of themes, ideas and songs for children to think, talk and pray about in a quiet time together. The themes fit with aspects of the RE National Curriculum for KS1.
£22.99
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Looking In, Looking Out
This book offers 12 sessions full of ideas, suggestions and topics that focus children on themselves as well as the world around them. The sessions follow a format of thinking, talking and praying, with images and music to encourage reflection. The sessions are designed to fit with elements of the RE National Curriculum and the resources section includes Bible references for those who require them. See Resources Tab for downloads.
£22.99
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All About A Baby
Here it is – the easiest nativity play of all! Val Hawthorne's latest fresh and exciting Christmas musical does not have to be rehearsed for weeks beforehand. It has been written in a relaxed way that lets you choose and dress the main parts as the story unfolds, meaning children won't be sitting for a long time in something uncomfortable and distracting. It will also hold the attention of other children to watch their friends being dressed up. All the songs have been set to well-known nursery rhyme tunes which we sing every day with our children, so mums, dads and other grown-ups are free to join in. The accompanying MP3 downloads contain full vocals and backing tracks for those who do not have a pianist. All this means the stress of preparation has been removed, leaving you free to have a very happy time! Contents 1. This is the way she sweeps the floor2. Mary, Mary, here comes an angel3. Donkey, donkey, don't you stop4. Here we are in Bethlehem5. Hush-a-bye baby6. See the shepherds7. Twinkle, twinkle, special star8. Sing a song of Christmas Specifications Book Format - Paperback Published - January 2016 Weight - 122g Dimensions - 298 x 209 x 6 mm ISBN - 9781848672697 ISBN 10 - 1848672691
£17.99
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A Really Noisy Nativity!
A Really Noisy Nativity! is a fun, lively and interactive Christmas musical, written to get children to sing, join in with sound effects and generally be loud! The story can be performed in two different ways, with more or less adult interaction, depending on the age and confidence of the children and number of performers. The songs have been written with Alison Carver's usual flair and sense of fun, and are accompanied with free downloadable backing tracks – there are two recordings of each song; one with vocals and one to use as a backing track. So, go on – make some noise for Christmas! Contents 01 An angel said to Mary02 Travelling on03 Tap, tap, tap04 The animals in the stable05 The shepherds on the hillside06 Searching, seeking07 We want to clap our hands 08 An angel said to Mary - Backing Track09 Travelling on -Backing Track10 Tap, tap, tap -Backing Track11 The animals in the stable -Backing Track12 The shepherds on the hillside -Backing Track13 Searching, seeking -Backing Track14 We want to clap our hands -Backing Track
£17.99
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Tried And Tested
It is often difficult for busy ministers and children's workers to find time to prepare interactive and stimulating talks for children. Here, Ken Taylor provides 46 tried-and-tested talks, drawn from his experience of working with children as a Methodist minister. Each talk can be used as it stands, or incorporated into a longer service. They address the major Christian festivals, and also One World Week and more 'secular' topics which get children looking at the world around them through Christian eyes.
£15.99 - £18.99
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Liturgies From Lindisfarne
Liturgies from Lindisfarne is a daily worship book for individuals, new monastic groups and churches. It reconnects the world with the seasons and the soil, the saints and the streets, the struggles, senses and silence as well as the Spirit and the Scriptures. It provides many and varied prayers and services for: Days of the week Christian festivals Natural seasons Sacraments and special occasions including weddings, baptisms, an earth blessing, a healing service and an agape meal. These inclusive patterns of worship are provided by Ray Simpson, of the international Community of Aidan and Hilda, and are drawn from early and contemporary Celtic devotion, Anglican, Orthodox, Reformed and Roman Catholic resources. Contents About the Author Introduction Days of the Week - Simple, Everyday Prayer Patterns Days of the Week - Sundays Days of the Week - Mondays and Creation Celebrations Days of the Week - Tuesdays and Nativity Season Days of the Week - Wednesdays and Pentecost Season Days of the Week - Thursdays and Trinity Season Days of the Week - Fridays and Passiontide Days of the Week - Saturdays and Kingdom Days Christian Festivals - Advent Christian Festivals - The Nativity or Christmas Christian Festivals - Epiphany or Theophany of Christ Christian Festivals - Lent Christian Festivals - Holy Week Christian Festivals - Easter Christian Festivals - Ascension Christian Festivals - Pentecost Christian Festivals - Trinity Christian Festivals - Transfiguration Christian Festivals - Creation Christian Festivals - Angel Seasons and Michaelmas Christian Festivals - Remembrance of Saints, Forebears and War Dead Natural Seasons - New Year's Eve Natural Seasons - Night Prayer for New and Full Moons Natural Seasons - Spring Natural Seasons - Summer Natural Seasons - Autumn Natural Seasons - Winter Sacraments and Special Occasions - Earth Blessing Sacraments and Special Occasions - Healing Service Sacraments and Special Occasions - Healing of Wounded Places and Groups Sacraments and Special Occasions - Pilgrimage Prayers and Readings Sacraments and Special Occasions - Blessing of Infants Sacraments and Special Occasions - Baptism of Believers Sacraments and Special Occasions - Baptism of an Infant Sacraments and Special Occasions - At Weddings Sacraments and Special Occasions - Dying, Funerals and Wakes Sacraments and Special Occasions - Blessing of an Icon Sacraments and Special Occasions - Service after an Act of Terror Sacraments and Special Occasions - Pass on the Flame and Grow in Wisdom Sacraments and Special Occasions - Community of Aidan and Hilda Prayers Sacraments and Special Occasions - An Agape Meal Sacraments and Special Occasions - An Informal Celtic Holy Communion Sacraments and Special Occasions - Covenant Service Declarations Resources Specifications Book Format - Paperback Published - January 2016 Weight - 875g Page Count - 408 Dimensions - 174 x 252 x 35 mm ISBN - 9781848672635 ISBN 10 - 1848672632
£25.99 - £33.99
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All-Sorts Prayer 2
All-Sorts Prayer 2 offers an imaginative and often surprising collection of prayer ideas. Who would have thought that feathers, mirrors, ping pong balls, sand and After Eight mints could be used in prayer? All these and more are arranged in different sections to help worship leaders vary the prayers they offer. Here are prayers which use music, gesture, action, the senses, creative responses, mark-making, silence or tangible objects. By popular demand, the biggest section ('Prayers where we are') contains interactive prayers for those people who physically can't get up easily during a service -and for those congregations who simply won't! All-Sorts Prayer 2 also offers a fresh collection of seasonal prayers for the Church's special occasions. Have you ever found yourself thinking, 'Help! I've got to produce informal intercessions for this week's Harvest Festival'? If so, then this is definitely the book you need.
£22.99
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All-Sorts Prayer
One of the many challenges presented by church services is how to unite people of all ages and abilities in prayer in a way which engages them all. All-Sorts Prayer offers an opportunity to do just this.Drawing on her experience of leading creative prayer, Claire Benton-Evans uses symbols, actions and sensory experience to provide adaptable and original prayers for an 'all-sorts' congregation. The prayers are grouped by theme and suggested position in the service. Each prayer clearly lists resources needed, words for the leader, a prayer action and closing words. Instructions are given to help the nervous leader, while those more experienced can just pick up the prayers and go.The accompanying downloads provides many of the resources needed for the prayers, while other suggested resources include essential oils, honey and glow-sticks!
£22.99
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Sunday Intercessions
These prayers will enrich the intercessions at your church, used as they are or adjusted to suit your local situation. The book follows the readings from the Common Worship Lectionary, and provides intercessions for each Sunday in the Christian Calendar, for Years A, B and C. The prayers are also available as a downloadable resource.
£37.99 - £45.99
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The Joy Of Spiritual Fitness
Most fitness programmes concentrate on physical fitness - they start from the outside and stop there. To achieve total fitness of the mind, body and soul we need to start on the inside and work outwards. Beginning with a spiritual health test.
£11.99 - £13.99
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