This year Pentecost falls on May 19, 2013 and there are many ways children, as experts in enjoying birthday parties,  can lead the adults in celebrating the ‘birthday’ of the church.  Here are some suggestions for ways for children to creatively explore Pentecost, for a children’s talk as part of worship and a link to the SA Synod’s All-Age Worship resource for Pentecost which includes… Continue reading

Wondering about Messy Church? There will be a ‘come and try’ session on Saturday 9th March at 11.00 am – 12.30 pm at Engadine Uniting Church hall, Corner of Cambrai & Chipilly Streets, Engadine. From 12.30 – 1.30 there will be lunch and a chance for further discussion. Already have a ‘Messy Church’? Also on Saturday 9th March, there will be a Messy Fiesta, a time to share… Continue reading

As the clouds blew away to reveal a sunny spring morning on Tuesday 23 October at Wahroonga, the park came alive with the sounds of children playing. A Day in the Park is a free Children’s Week event, coordinated by Uniting Mission and Education and supported by a committed team including local churches, schools, playgroups, businesses, community groups, volunteers and the local… Continue reading

Join with other playgroup families to celebrate Children’s Week 2012 by coming to Wahroonga Park. Invite your friends and grand-parents to share in this event which is especially for very young children and their families. Download Download the A Day in the Park Poster What? Baby animal nursery Live music Face-painting Tooth Fairy Sticky box Free raffle Lots of play experiences,… 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

KCO Refresh – (NSW/ACT Synod run Kid’s Camp Out)

Imagine… space to breathe, space to think, space to explore …

That is what Refresh KCO 2011 is all about!

Elanora is a beautiful environment in which to explore God’s creation, nurture children’s… Continue reading

Advent Treasure Hunt If you have a nativity scene, this is easy but you can make your own figures from cardboard tubes.  Wrap the pieces in tissue paper and hide them around the house.  Create a treasure map either by drawing a map or creating clues (for example: This animal was surprised to find a baby where its breakfast should have been.  Now it is to be found where you get breakfast. … Continue reading

Imagine… space to breathe, space to think, space to explore … That is what Refresh  KCO 2011 is all about! Elanora is a beautiful environment in which to explore God’s creation, nurture children’s faith and be part of an exciting program.   Children will have opportunities to be part of small and large groups.  The experiences will include walking, swimming, games, craft and… Continue reading

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26 – 29 September 2010 Kids Vision and Baptist Union join together to present @ctiv@te Children’s Leadership Conference @ctiv@te runs in conjunction with their Children’s Camp, which attracts over 200 children from schools, churches and the community. Part of your time at @ctiv@te will be spent learning through participation in the camp. You will have the privilege of putting @ctiv@te… Continue reading