The period of Lent starts next week after Shrove Tuesday. This is traditionally a time for personal growth so we use it as an opportunity for the children to reflect, to hold a mirror up and look at themselves and try to become a better version of themselves. This week, the children helped me plan some themes which we will explore over the coming half term. Their challenge will be to try to put it into practice. If they feel they have done this they can select a special sticker in Friday’s Celebration Worship so you might see them wearing one. The themes, selected by the children, are going to be:
Lent Week 1: Be more helpful, (next week)
Lent Week 2: Be more generous,
Lent Week 3: Support your friends more,
Lent Week 4: Be more grateful and
Lent Week 5: Empathise with others more.