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Faith

Here are loads of resources and ideas to support you in your own personal discipleship, as well as building faith in your kids. In fact, it's your one-stop shop for all aspects of parenting, faith and church life!

LEADING A CHURCH TODDLER GROUP

October 28, 2013 12 Comments

How do I set up and lead a church toddler group? What should I consider?

For the last year, I've had the joy of leading a toddler group at our church along with two friends. Knowing that others may be wondering how to run or set up a similar group, I offer these few thoughts from my own experience - not because we've got it right, but so that you might learn from what's … [Read more...] about LEADING A CHURCH TODDLER GROUP

Discipleship for kids· Discipleship for parents· Faith· Parenting

DAVID AND GOLIATH – A SONG FOR PRESCHOOLERS

October 15, 2013 9 Comments

David and Goliath song for small children, preschoolers and toddlers, to the nursery rhyme tune of 'Miss Polly had a Dolly'.

If you've been reading this blog for a while, you'll be well aware of my slightly disturbing obsession with writing simple Bible songs for my kids. Many kids' worship songs are too long and wordy for small children (of preschool age) to sing and/or understand. And I often find that when my kids are … [Read more...] about DAVID AND GOLIATH – A SONG FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Discipleship for kids· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

CREATION SONG FOR KIDS

September 1, 2013 8 Comments

Creation song for preschoolers to the tune of 'This Old Man'. This will help them (and us!) remember the creation order!

I struggle to find Christian songs which are easy for pre-school kids to sing and remember. Most Christian kids' songs have far too many words for tiny ones, and are clearly geared towards primary-age children. So my preference, where possible, is to re-word a nursery rhyme or popular tune with some … [Read more...] about CREATION SONG FOR KIDS

Discipleship for kids· Faith· Parenting

PARENTHOOD AND MINISTRY: SERVING WHEN YOU’RE EXHAUSTED

May 12, 2013 7 Comments

How do I engage in church ministry when I'm an exhausted parent?

Having written about the challenges of prayer, Bible reading, meeting together and hospitality as a parent, I'm now going to focus on share something a bit personal to me: how do we find opportunities to 'minister' as parents? The pear orchard A year ago, my friend was praying and had a very clear, … [Read more...] about PARENTHOOD AND MINISTRY: SERVING WHEN YOU’RE EXHAUSTED

Discipleship for parents· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

PARENTHOOD AND CHURCH: IS IT WORTH IT WHEN IT’S SO HARD?

April 10, 2013 9 Comments

Why bother with church when it's so hard to go with a family?

This is part of a mini-series on various aspects of discipleship as a parent. I've written about the challenges of prayer, Bible reading, meeting together and offering hospitality once parenthood descends - and today I'm writing about church. Where do I start on this one? Perhaps by acknowledging … [Read more...] about PARENTHOOD AND CHURCH: IS IT WORTH IT WHEN IT’S SO HARD?

Discipleship for kids· Discipleship for parents· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

EASTER BELLS – AN EASTER SONG FOR PRESCHOOLERS

March 29, 2013 19 Comments

A Christian Easter song for preschoolers, Easter Bells.

If you have a tiny child in your life and you're looking for a way to sing them the Easter story, and don't mind high levels of cheese, then you're in the right place. I think there's a lack of really simple Easter songs for preschoolers and, while I know a few general worship songs which are simple … [Read more...] about EASTER BELLS – AN EASTER SONG FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Discipleship for kids· Easter & Lent· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

PARENTHOOD AND HOSPITALITY: HOW DOES GOD BLESS OTHERS THROUGH OUR MESS?

February 18, 2013 15 Comments

Hospitality is hard, but when kids come along it becomes even harder. Less time and more mess - how can God use us in our newly-frazzled state? Here are some ideas to encourage you.

When I contemplate how different my discipleship looks now compared with before I had children, it's easy to feel a little frustrated that some areas are not as substantial as they were. My prayer life as a parent is hard work, and finding time to read the Bible with kids around is about as easy as … [Read more...] about PARENTHOOD AND HOSPITALITY: HOW DOES GOD BLESS OTHERS THROUGH OUR MESS?

Discipleship for kids· Discipleship for parents· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

PARENTHOOD AND BIBLE READING: WHERE CAN I FIND THE TIME?

February 7, 2013 11 Comments

How does a busy, tired parent make time to read the Bible? The 'why' and 'how' are outlined in this article.

You know the phrase "If something's worth doing, it's worth doing well"? I have a new version, designed for parents: "If something's worth doing, it's worth doing at the first opportunity you get...you sure as hell won't get another chance". Example: my kid goes down for a nap. "Great," I think. … [Read more...] about PARENTHOOD AND BIBLE READING: WHERE CAN I FIND THE TIME?

Discipleship for parents· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

A FREE ALL-AGE SERVICE FOR GOOD FRIDAY

January 27, 2013 4 Comments

A free service plan for an all-age Good Friday service.

I've shared 30 Creative Lent ideas for families and hosted the fabulous Victoria Beech from Godventure to inspire us to share the Passover meal with our families. Now I'm excited to share this super-duper resource for a creative Good Friday all age service. Feel free to use it in its entirety, or … [Read more...] about A FREE ALL-AGE SERVICE FOR GOOD FRIDAY

Discipleship for kids· Discipleship for parents· Easter & Lent· Faith

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