Today, we hosted Sharnbrook Deanery’ conference as they prepare to launch their The Growing Faith Foundation Hub. The most striking moment was when we ended our time asking a 16 year old lad for his message to the churches in our area.

(shared with his permission)

Becky will be chatting live to Helen Louise Lea (nee Price) on UCB Talking Point this morning about her new booklet to help churches consider making the most of toddler groups.

Listen just after 10am to find out more: ucb.co.uk/ucb1

As Christian parents, it's sometimes tempting to fall back on church to do the bulk of our kids' discipling.

But have you seen this? Our kids spend way more time with us than in church! Why not join our next course to discover how we can use these hours!

parentingforfaith.brf.org.uk/parenting-for-…

grovebooks.co.uk/products/y-71-…
Great to see that Grove Books have published a book on church #ToddlerGroups . Written by Becky May, and only £3.95
Well worth getting hold of a copy.

Are you involved in toddler ministry? We are delighted to share Becky’s new booklet, which unpacks some of the reasons why toddler ministry is so important, and how we can best serve young families as they begin a faith adventure. It’s available now from grovebooks.co.uk/products/y-71-…

We <3 volunteers! And we know that many churches wouldn't exist without them. Check out this video from our colleagues The Church of England #GFF . You might want to share it with your church or organisation!
vimeo.com/833982508/4ee5…

In this week’s Check-in, Becky May The Resources Cupboard reminds us that we are all invited on an adventure that can run throughout every day of our lives. rootsontheweb.com/the-week-in-fo… #EndofSchoolYear #Adventure #GreatCommission #Matthew28 #TrinitySunday #SermonPrep #Lectionary #RCL

£80,000 to give away!

Youth Evangelism Fund wants to hear from young people with ideas about how a bit of financial support could help them reach their friends with the good news of Jesus.

Apply now: churchofengland.org/about/children…

#yef #youthevangelismfund #youthmission

Following Rev Malcolm J. Duncan FRSA, FIPT’s instructions and tweeting from the big top #sh2023 where we’re having a great week as a family. Malcolm’s teaching is a great blessing!

If your child is asking difficult questions today, or you're wondering how to add context to the Easter story for them, then here's a helpful article from Becky explaining how we can tell the 'whole story' to our children. 8-minute read.

parentingforfaith.brf.org.uk/post/telling-t…

Today Becky was asked to speak to some year 3 children about Easter celebrations in a Baptist church. She took a leaf out of Gail Adcock 💙’s book and used Peter Rabbit to demonstrate baptism!

Are you a children, youth or family minister? Thought of doing a Masters? stpadarns.ac.uk/en/ got a cracking write-up: “probably the best such programmes in the UK – arguably as good as any in the world!” (Periodic External Review – Feb 2023)

Good Friday is only a couple of weeks away. How do we share this difficult piece of history with our very youngest children?

Becky has some tips for you right here: parentingforfaith.brf.org.uk/post/good-frid…

We’re looking forward to our next Swapshop event this Saturday!

We’re looking forward to our next swap shop event.

In this week’s Check in, Becky May The Resources Cupboard reminds us that it is in the most testing periods of our lives that we discover more about those we choose to put our trust in. rootsontheweb.com/the-week-in-fo… #intergenerational #trustinGod #Lent1 #Matthew4 #SermonPrep #Lectionary #RCL

Growing Faith and Cranmer Hall Durham are thrilled (really!) to invite you to this research symposium: Growing Younger, Going Deeper. Dr Sarah Holmes (whee!) Revd Sarah Strand (yay!) Mr Andy Wolfe (wahoo!) and so much more, all in beautiful Durham. churchofengland.tfaforms.net/4903657

Could you be our new trustee?
We are looking for one or two new trustees to join our proactive board with skills in fundraising and/or communications. In particular we welcome interest from those who are local to Bedfordshire, male and people of colour who are underrepresented.

Jesus calls his Church to stand out and be noticed. In The week in focus Robert Beard & Becky May The Resources Cupboard discuss collective action & facing opposition. Read more: rootsontheweb.com/the-week-in-fo… #Strikes #WalkoutWednesday #Matthew5 #SermonPrep #Lectionary #Epiphany5 #RCL

eventbrite.co.uk/e/grove-youth-… Writing day tomorrow 1st February - last chance to book in! One of last year's attendees has written our next booklet! #ywchat