Five benefices working together for faith and the future
Children
There are several children and family-related projects throughout the deanery, including Kingsmere Community Ministry's Stay and Play, Akeman's Rise and Shine and St Edburg's Messy Church
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The children potting shed is led by Lesley Wasley, who can be reached at lesley@emmanuelbicester.org.uk.
Kingsmere Community Ministry Stay and Play
When: Every Friday during term time
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Kingsmere Community Centre
Cost: £1.50 per child
Kingsmere Community Ministry Stay and Play is a wonderful children’s group suitable for ages from birth until school age. It runs every Friday during the school term from 9:30 am until 11:30 am. During these two hours, children are free to explore different play areas, including a craft table, books, cars, blocks, a toy kitchen, and dinosaurs. There is also an area for pre-walkers, which includes a variety of sensory toys. Children are offered a snack, and parents can enjoy hot drinks and biscuits. The session concludes with singing nursery rhymes accompanied by toy musical instruments. This session is run by a group of friendly volunteers who make everyone feel welcome. The cost is £1.50 per child. For more information check Facebook page.