Creative Ideas for the Family Eucharist

<p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>This imaginative and comprehensive book offers an abundance of resources and guidelines for one of the most important and difficult things any church can do: running a family service.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Drawing on her extensive work in the theatre and church Sarah Lenton shares with infectious enthusiasm her tried and tested ideas for conducting eucharistic celebrations for all ages with confidence and joy. At the heart of the book is a series of ready-to-use sermons for the feasts and seasons of the Christian year. These include dialogue props jokes and ideas for engaging every member of the congregation.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>In addition it provides practical guidance for:</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Creating a welcoming worshipful space for all</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Developing rapport with children and holding their attention</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Channelling children's natural energy into learning and worship</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Using music and props creatively</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Interacting with adults and children simultaneously</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Managing noise</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Making the most of the resources you have.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Complete outlines for a children's mass a children's liturgy for Good Friday and an illustrated Stations of the Cross are also included.</span></p>