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Palm Sunday: the horse and the donkey
Here is a possible re-telling of the events of Palm Sunday that comes at it from the point of view of two animals. Their differing perspectives capture the unexpected reversal of where real power lies that this day in part has come to symbolise.
View ideaAscension 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.
View ideaHeroes: Elijah and King Ahab
This lesson outline introduces the Old Testament character of Elijah and opens up discussion on what makes a hero.
View ideaJesus' 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.
View ideaRuth - The Harvest Surprise
What follows is a retelling of the story of the whole of the book of Ruth, which you can use in an assembly.
View ideaJoshua and the spies
A Bible story and linked activities to support the summer term topic of 'changes' for the SEAL curriculum.
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