The Silver Sensation: All About Birch Trees! Ever seen a tree with a bark that looks like it’s made of shiny silver? That’s a silver birch, and it’s one of the coolest trees around! Here’s why: Nature’s Chameleon Silver birch trees are like fashionistas in the forest. Their bark starts smooth and white, then peels […]
Lemon Balm
Feeling Stressed? Lemon Balm to the Rescue! Hey guys! Feeling overwhelmed with school, sports, or just the daily grind? You’re not alone! But did you know there’s a super cool herb that can actually help you chill? It’s called lemon balm, and it’s like a tiny stress superhero for young people! Stress Slayer Powers! Lemon […]
Lemon Balm
Feeling Stressed? Lemon Balm to the Rescue! Hey guys! Feeling overwhelmed with school, sports, or just the daily grind? You’re not alone! But did you know there’s a super cool herb that can actually help you chill? It’s called lemon balm, and it’s like a tiny stress superhero for young people! Stress Slayer Powers! Lemon […]
A Culturally Relevant Church
Core Values Authenticity Focus on genuine connection and open dialogue, fostering a space where young people can be themselves and ask questions. Inclusivity Embrace diversity in backgrounds, beliefs, and expressions of faith. Social Justice Address issues young people care about like mental health, climate change, and social equality. Action Move beyond just sermons, encourage service […]
Activities
Here are some activity ideas that spark interest and cater to young people’s preferences: Creative & Techy: Outdoorsy & Active: Social & Cause-Oriented: Remember: By following these tips, you can create activities that spark curiosity, encourage learning, and build lasting memories.
The Polytunnel and Young People
I have been pondering for some time how to use the Polytunnel to encourage the students to gain any interest in gardening and the outdoors. To draw them away from the mobile phone. Here are some ideas to develop the crop grown in a polytunnel to pique young people’s interest in gardening. Interactive Crops Fast-growing […]
European Hornet
Meet the European Hornet: A Gigantic Garden Helper! If you’ve ever spotted a large, buzzing insect around your garden and wondered if you were seeing things, chances are you saw a European hornet. Known scientifically as Vespa crabro, these are the largest hornet species in Europe and can be quite a spectacle! But there’s no […]
Work Experience
We have someone from year 10 working with me all week. Each day I will post photos of what he has achieved. The first thing we did was to build a framework and place the kitchen sink in the hole! We will clad later on this week similar to the other bench. This was built […]
Exploring Faith Outdoors: How Nature Speaks to Young Believers
In the rush and noise of modern life, finding a tranquil spot to connect with one’s faith can be challenging, especially for young people constantly bombarded by the demands of technology and social expectations. However, embracing the teachings of Job 12:7-10 reveals a divine classroom available to us all: nature itself. “But ask the animals, […]
Building Relationships based on respect
Building relationships based on respect involves several consistent actions and attitudes that help to create a strong, healthy connection with others, whether in personal or professional contexts. Here’s how you can foster relationships that are rooted in mutual respect: 1. Practice Active Listening Engage with others by giving them your full attention, acknowledging their feelings, […]
The Importance of Play for Young People
The significance of play cannot be understated. It saddens me that the mobile phone or some other reason has relegated play to not happening. I listed here some reasons explaining its importance: Fosters Physical Development Regular physical activity through play is vital for developing strong bones and muscles. It also enhances coordination, balance, and can […]
Fruit of the Spirit
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. 24 Now those who belong to Christ have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also behave in accordance […]