Resources (Page 2)
A Short Devotion in Uncertain Times
Find a quiet space and light a candle. Place it close by or even hold it so that all your senses are alive to
the flame.
Holy Habits resource
Holy Habits is written by Rev Andrew Roberts and is a form of spiritual disciplines based on Luke’s model of a church of all ages in Acts 2:42-47. It focusses on ten practices and invites us to reflect on how they can be lived within gathered church community and wherever we live our day by day lives
A Palm Sunday prayer march for refugees (whilst we need to stay at home!)
Prayer walking has a long tradition. Centuries ago, monks and nuns walked in circles or around the cloisters and prayed silently or recited psalms. Some people walk through their neighbourhoods or in the bush and praying as they go, being intentional about listening for the Spirit and allowing her to guide them and their prayer.
Prayer Resource #2
This prayer resource is offered in the hope that it will sustain you whilst we are worshipping in different places. Just because we are not gathering together in one place as we would usually do on a Sunday morning, it doesn’t mean we aren’t gathering together as a community of faith and prayer.
Managing Self Care During COVI-19 Outbreak
Sourced from Manningham Inclusive Community Housing, this handout provides useful tips in managing self isolation.
10 simple ways to Offer Kindness
See this useful list of (WHILST ADHERING TO SOCIAL / PHYSICAL DISTANCING)
Poppy’s – knitted and Crochet
On behalf of Dot Haynes (Councillor – Koonung Ward Manningham City Council) we share her letter:
Now and Not yet Breakfast packs
Did you know that local Warrandyte Social Enterprise Cafe ‘Now and Not Yet’ is currently providing housing for women escaping domestic violence, the homeless and asylum seekers?
We’re going on a bear hunt
place a bear in your window Many Australian children know and love the book “We’re Going On a Bear Hunt” by Michael Rosen. In these times of social / physical distancing it’s turn it into a neighbourhood game! Put a teddy in a front window of your house for local kids to spot on their neighbourhood walks or drives. Teddies in windows likely to bring some much-needed smiles in what is a very difficult time for many. Don’t have a…
Melbourne Museum at Home
With Melbourne Musuem being closed, you might like to explore their museum at home project you can connect, explore and learn more from your favourite museums every day. Links include Melbourne Museum at home Scienceworks at home Immigration Museum at home Delve in to the digital channels and enjoy this all with them. Check out the website: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/museum-at-home/
In the Final Analysis
In the final analysis, our happiness will not be defined by the number of toilet rolls
20 days of play at home
Playgroup Victoria have compiled a list of home play activities. These activities can be done in the home, in the backyard or at the local park. Check them out here: https://www.playgroup.org.au/news/20-days-of-play-at-home/ Feel free to share your activities – send photos or videos to communications@manninghamuc.org so we can share your creations with the community
How to talk to your children about coronavirus: top 10 questions answered
We’ve received this following link in the latest newsletter edition of Generation Next. This article covers the top 10 questions of how to talk to your children about the Corona Virus. Take a look here: https://www.generationnext.com.au/2020/03/how-to-talk-to-your-children-about-coronavirus-top-10-questions-answered/
PRAYERS FOR THIS SEASON
The President and Moderators have prepared a weekly cycle of prayers for use by congregations and in people’s personal devotions, as a way of connecting Uniting Church members. as we pray each day for one another and the life of the Australian community. We hope these prayers nurture and encourage you. Read the prayes from the Assembly website: https://assembly.uca.org.au/component/k2/item/3150-prayers
Prayer resource
This prayer resource is offered in the hope that it will sustain you whilst we are worshipping in different places. Just because we are not gathering together in one place as we would usually do on a Sunday morning, it doesn’t mean we aren’t gathering together as a community of faith and prayer. We will be adding to this resource over the next few days as members of our community write their own prayers and reflections. Please keep in touch…
Pray, but stay away: holding on to faith in the time of coronavirus
Robyn Whitaker (Senior Lecturer in New Testament, Pilgrim Theological College, University of Divinity) reflects on the Corona Virus and the impact to the faith communities. Read her article here: https://theconversation.com/pray-but-stay-away-holding-on-to-faith-in-the-time-of-coronavirus-133692
Faith at Home – 22 March 2020
Lent 4, Sunday March 22 In the Gospel reading set for today, we hear the story of The Man Born Blind, (John 9:1 – 41). In the story Jesus claims “I am the Light of the World.” And the reading from Ephesians encourages Christians to live as Children of the Light. (Ephesians 5:8-14) Churches and cathedrals often have stained glass windows to enjoy the beauty of coloured light, or big plain glass windows that allow lots of natural light into…
Something to inspire
It is my belief in a power larger than myself and other
I am coming, says the day
I am coming, says the day. When you rise to meet me, some will be worried. Some will be ready to celebrate, some will be living through what they live through the day before
Colouring in Sheets – Prayers for when you feel anxious
We hope that these coloring page prayers will help you in times when you might feel anxious. Through the words, images, shapes, and opportunities to color and reflect, we hope you will find peace and calm in your life. Created by Illustrated Ministry Team, this resource is provided for you use. Feel free to share your colouring in sheets with illustrated Ministry and with us – communications@manninghamuc.org