Accessible to children and young people of all faiths and worldviews, five contemplative practices help schools and churches to embrace some of the ancient wisdom of the Christian tradition and assist children in navigating the world around them. Climate anxiety and the vast increase in screen time and exposure to social media seem to be causes of deteriorating mental health in young people.
The ancient contemplative traditions of Christianity, like its secular cousin ‘mindfulness’, have a lot to offer at this time. Space Makers brings five contemplative practices into the life of our schools and churches.
By the end of this course you will:
Be equipped to deliver five meditative exercises
Understand the background and purpose of the five practices
Experience the five practices during the day, and share your experience with other learners
Be confident to introduce children and young people and other members of your team to the practices
Know how to help young people to lead each of the five practices
Have evidence for SIAMS of spiritual impact in your school
Know how your local church can support the school
Be a little more peaceful and anchored in your own life.
LUNCH will be provided.
PARKING available.
