So yesterday I ran 2 workshops at the 166 hours  families conference at St Aldates church in Oxford. I was a bit daunted, not being a parent, but at least half the time was spent sharing experiences and praying for each other, which was great, as often what families need is God stepping in rather… [Continue Reading]
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Snowy prayers
The opportunity for this type of prayer is very seasonal and geographically limited, but maybe more special for it. When having some fun in the snow, why not add in some prayer? Get everyone to to … [tell me more...]
Donkeys at Hand in Hand conference
Four pinata donkeys were bashed to pieces at the Hand in Hand conference last weekend, as an excited crowd of children's workers prayed creatively for children in Chennai, India. If you took part … [tell me more...]
Prayer GodVenture52 out now!
Looking for creative prayer ideas? Here's a pack of playing cards with 52 different ideas for ways that families can pray together at home. Get yours here The cards are designed so that you … [tell me more...]
Pinata prayer anyone?
Ever tried Pinata prayer? Rachel (from Orison) and I are running a workshop on Creative Prayer at the Hand in Hand Children and Family Ministry conference in Eastbourne. In fact, the full title is … [tell me more...]
Frosty prayers
I know we've not had many frosty mornings, but maybe that's why they've been so striking. Here's a simple idea to use the frost to inspire prayers: When you see something looking beautiful because … [tell me more...]
Singing Shabbat – new online resource
My husband and I have started singing. And my daughter thinks its hilariously entertaining! It's one of the things we've added to our Shabbat service since she has started joining us at meal … [tell me more...]
800 years experience!
The Hand-in-Hand children’s and family ministries conference has speakers with a combined expertise of about 800 years! A weekend packed full of the latest thinking, resource ideas and practical … [tell me more...]