Five benefices working together for faith and the future
Children, Youth and Families
The Youth aspect of the Children, Youth, and Families Potting Shed primarily focuses on activities designed for secondary school-aged children. It is ecumenical in nature, involving various churches such as ECB, Elim, St. Edburg’s, the Catholic Church, Lifehouse Church, and others. Dedicated youth workers and volunteers lead a wide range of regular and one-off activities, including social groups, the Cherish course, Youth Camps, Youth Clubs, the Limitless Festival, sports-related events, and more. These activities welcome both church-going youth and those who do not typically attend church.
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As for Children, there are several children and family-focused initiatives across the deanery, including Kingsmere Community Ministry's Stay and Play and Akeman's Rise and Shine.
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.