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Expressing Faith through the Arts

This unit of work outlines an approach to exploring how people of faith, in particular those of the Christian Faith, express their beliefs through music, art, drama and poetry.

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Ascension Day: a whole school assembly presentation

Ascension Day used to be celebrated much more than it is today. In the past some schools even had the day off! Coming on a Thursday, as it always does, it can get overlooked. However it does mark an important moment. It is the end of the earthbound ministry of Jesus; it includes the words of Jesus' commission to his disciples; and it also prepares the way for the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. The following idea is for a school assembly.

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Jesus' baptism - water as a symbol

Jesus' baptism is a crucial moment as he receives his Father's reassurance of his identity before he faces up to the task ahead of him and starts his ministry.

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Wedding at Cana (Water into wine): looking at a miracle of Jesus

Here is an outline for a classroom session on Jesus' first miracle or 'sign' in John's Gospel.

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Bringing a picture to life: a dramatic activity

Using drama to explore a biblical picture

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Mary the mother

RE lesson ideas on the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus.

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New beginnings with Noah

Ideas for an assembly and follow-up on the story of Noah's ark.

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The crown of life: a cross-curricular lesson

Support material for lessons in RE/Art/Design Technology associated with 'royal' events in the life of the nation.

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