In Christ In Schools

✨ January Ministry Update – A Wonderful Start to the New Year
We’re grateful to share that 2026 has begun with real momentum. Bible Explorer is now being delivered in 6 classes across 3 schools, and pupil engagement remains incredibly high. One teacher shared that a pupil—who had been off sick for a few days—was delighted to be back in school on Thursday because she “didn’t want to miss Bible Explorer.” Moments like this remind us why this work matters.
This term’s four assemblies have focused on the beauty of our God given differences and how we can celebrate both who we are and the transforming work God does in our lives. We’ve explored the stories and careers of Dr Francis Collins, Lee Strobel, Sir Isaac Newton, and the apostle Paul, each offering a unique perspective on faith, discovery, and change.
We would really value your continued prayers:
• For the class teachers resistant to our presence. We remain thankful that there are staff who are born again believers who continue to welcome us in.
• For renewed access to a local Primary, that doors would open and relationships would strengthen.
Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support, encouragement, and prayers. Your partnership makes this ministry possible, and we’re excited to see what God will continue to do in the months ahead.

✨ In Christ In Schools Update – Autumn Term Highlights ✨
As we return from the half-term break, we’re thrilled to share how the first tranche of schools have embraced the Bible Explorer programme since the summer holidays. The feedback from headteachers and class teachers has been overwhelmingly positive 🙌
💬 Children (and staff!) have asked deep, thought-provoking questions that show real engagement with the subject matter. One class even sparked so many faith-centred discussions that we’ve added a 7th week just for them! It’s not only a win for the school and OFSTED, but more importantly, it’s a beautiful opportunity for children to explore the Christian faith and reflect on how it relates to their own developing worldview.
📖 Our assemblies this term will focus on The Messiah’s arrival 2000 years ago, using powerful comparisons of different ‘rescue’ scenarios to bring the message to life.
🙏 Please continue to pray for the schools we’ll be visiting up to Christmas:
• Abbey Hill (Kirkby)
• Holgate Primary (Hucknall)
And for the two schools in Forest Town still considering our offer for the new year:
• Forest Town Primary
• Newlands
Thank you for your continued support as we help children discover the richness of the Bible and the hope found in Christ.

Well, what a first half term we've been blessed to be a part of. We've completed 6 Bible Explorer sessions in local primary schools, assemblies to welcome the new academic year and met invitations to lead school Harvest celebrations. Thank you so much for all your prayers and support both individual and collectively as Church congregations. Children are actively seeking out answers to questions of faith and the spiritual side of our existence. Pray that our Father gives us the discernment and knowledge to connect with these children in such a tangible way that continually opens up their minds and hearts to the Christian faith.
Rememeber our AGM this coming Sunday at Calvary Mansfield (1.15pm to 2.30pm), when we will be reviewing our work from the previous 12 months and I'm reliably informed that Alwyn and Chris (tingle) have agreed to come and share some thoughts with us.