Advent

AC+ Guide to change and the Church

Laura Kings 4 June 2024 EH

Change relates to the Catholic Church in its ongoing efforts to adapt to modern societal shifts while maintaining its core doctrines and traditions.

AC+ Resources on God

Laura Kings 23 May 2024 EH

It's trite to say that you could put all the resources on God in one place, but these resources are designed to support discussion about Catholic beliefs around God in the classroom, as well as supporting students to identify the presence of God in their lives.

Give thanks for mothers and unconditional love - questions and activities

Laura Kings 9 May 2024 EH

The questions and activities are suitable for use around Mother's Day and when studying Mary, the visitation and the role of women in the Church. They explore concepts of virtue, unconditional love, empathy, hope, faith, compassion, mercy and resilience.

AC+ resources on music and faith

Laura Kings 19 March 2024 EH

Music plays a role in worship, Theology, faith, spirituality, prayer and engagement. Please enjoy this selection of our best articles on the subject.

AC+ Advent and Christmas guide

Rebecca Lerve, Michael McVeigh and Laura Kings 16 November 2023 EH

For our AC+ subscribers: Here are some resources that might be helpful in engaging students in reflection and conversation around Advent and Christmas.

Stewardship - questions and activities

Laura Kings 16 November 2023

What does it mean to be a steward and how do you do it? Explore the idea with these classroom questions and activities.

Jesus, change, changing gender roles and the Church - questions and activities

Laura Kings 6 November 2023 EH

How did Jesus teach us to deal with change? Was Jesus a changemaker? Who were some influential female changemakers from Biblical times? How does the Church change and deal with change when it comes to issues of gender?

Exploring the Holy Land - questions and activities

Laura Kings 4 May 2023 EH

Help students to develop a geographical, historical, political, and faith understanding of the Holy Land. They will also deepen their understanding of the concept of Catholic pilgrimage. Younger students will enjoy exploring their local parish.

AC+ Resources on Mary, Mother of God

Laura Kings 2 May 2023 EH

Mary plays a central role in Catholic devotion. Find a selection of articles and resources on Mary in this collection.

The Nativity: fun classroom activities

Laura Kings 30 November 2022 EH

Round out the year well by engaging students in the real meaning of Christmas. These entertaining activities consolidate student understanding of the Nativity.

Sneaky Christmas songs

2 December 2021

Forget the annual online arguments about whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie. This year, we’re talking about pop songs that are secretly Christmas carols. Here’s a few songs that remind us of some of the essential parts of Christmas. Can you think of any to add to the list?