Find out about building a Christ-centred community the messy way! Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 August Church of the Holy Spirit 247 Wallarah Road Gorokan 2263 Monday 20, Tuesday 21, Wednesday 22 August St Johns Sturgeon St, Raymond Terrace For further information contact Robyn Pullin - 02 4961 1557 Download the flyer (PDF… Continue reading

When? 30th June 2012 Where? Toronto Uniting Church, 118 The Boulevard Toronto Last year, the Uniting Church in Australia launched Godly Play in Australia. Caryl Menkhus-Creswell was one of the International Trainers who came to help birth the new movement at an event held at the ELM Centre. The Hunter has invited her, along with Jeff Creswell to present at our Children’s Ministry… Continue reading

Around Australia there is a growing interest in Godly Play. In July 2012 the National Godly Play Conference is being held in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. Last year the first National Conference was booked out so be quick to register! There are four events happening as part of this Conference: Godly Play Open Day and Expo Sat 7 July , 10am – 4pm Godly Play Conference Dinner Sat 7… Continue reading

The fridge door is the message bank of most kitchens, where the whole family communicate about their lives. Therefore, a Lent Calendar ‘countdown’ to Easter seems a good way for families to remember that Lent is more than giving up some food or activity, it is a time of reflection and repentance, a time to study God’s word, live simply and explore Lent traditions that have helped… Continue reading

The Kidsreach Children’s Ministry Conference is coming up on February 18 in Sydney. As David from KidsReach explains: It is a shame that so many do not come to the conference, or if they come they do not bring their whole team! This is especially sad when I hear from so many in kids ministry just do not feel encouraged, or resourced. Here are just a few of the top reasons for going to… Continue reading

Many churches have been experimenting with Messy Church through 2011 and here is a list of some that have a Messy Church Christmas planned: Freshwater Uniting Church Saturday Nov 19 5 – 7pm Advent theme ‘Getting ready to come close to the mystery of Christmas’ Umima Uniting Church A family fun Christmas event on Saturday December 17th at 5pm Oatley Uniting Church Sunday 4 Dec 4 -… Continue reading

Cybersmart is a website which provides activities, resources and practical advice to help young kids, kids, teens and parents safely enjoy the online world. You might think this is just an issue for teens but younger kids are ‘connected’ and making use of online/social media at an increasing rate too! Through the online story books/videos, games and downloadable youtube videos you can… Continue reading

More and more I get requests from parents wanting to know more about my music playgroups and if there are places available. It made me think, what are parents really looking for and why? What I found was that parents want the best for their child/ren (as most parents do); however, they also want to start education early and not just ‘play’. My alert systems went berserk to say the least –… Continue reading

About this time of year schools are already planning for the next intake of kindergarten children, and most schools will have parent information evenings and one or more “orientation” days for the new kindergarten children to have a taste of “big school”. These may already be taking place, but will certainly be taking place soon after the holidays. This is a most opportune time for… Continue reading

The first Sunday in September is Father’s Day! Here are some simple ideas for children to make a small gift for the special men in their lives – maybe their Dad, their Grandpa, an uncle, a brother. Dad’s Survival Kit A fun surprise for a father or grandfather needing a lift! How? Take a clear plastic or cellophane bag and put in: a packet of Smarties a Time Out bar a sherbet lolly or… Continue reading