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One Life

Assembly Objective:

What can ordinary people do in the face of suffering? This assembly explores the idea that one individual taking action in response to evil can impact the lives of generations to come. It also invites students to consider the story of the Good Samaritan as a blueprint for a Christian response to the suffering of others. Continue reading →


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Wish: What is Prayer?

Assembly Objective:

What is prayer? This assembly explores the concept of God as a Father who loves his children and who wants the best for them. It examines the idea that prayer is a means of communicating with God rather than a set of wishes that may or may not be granted on a whim. It gives space for pupils to reflect on how they view God and prayer. Continue reading →


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Wonka: How do we respond to personal attack?

Assembly Objective:

How do we respond to people who don’t like us? This assembly explores injustice, revenge and forgiveness from a biblical perspective, and creates space for pupils to examine their own responses and strategies for dealing with situations where they are treated unfairly. Continue reading →


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Wonka: Can we imagine a world of fairness?

Learning Objectives:      

  • Consider the complexity and unfairness in global supply chains, particularly with reference to the chocolate trade.
  • Understand the Bible’s teaching on wealth and poverty, particularly with regard to the fair treatment of workers.

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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Assembly Objective:

Why do we need other people? This assembly examines the idea that human flourishing requires more than the basics of survival and, from a biblical perspective, explores Jesus’ teaching on how love for other people is a demonstration of the church and a sign of good community.  Continue reading →


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Barbie: What does the Bible show us about gender equality?

Learning Objectives:

  • Understanding how gender stereotyping influences society and causes division between male and female.
  • Understanding how patriarchal and matriarchal societies differ.
  • Consideration of how the Old Testament understands power and authority in the context of a psalm.
  • Exploration of the radical nature of a Christian worldview in a patriarchal society.

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Elemental: What does the Bible say about immigration?

Learning Objectives:

  • Awareness of the economic and social factors causing mass migration.
  • Awareness of the causes and consequences of prejudice against immigration.
  • Understanding of Christian teaching about welcoming the stranger.

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Spider-Man Across The Spider-Verse

Assembly Objective: 

Does God understand our pain? How do the difficulties and loss that we face in life help shape our character? This assembly invites students to consider how common universal experiences offer us a chance to empathise with others. Through the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, students will consider Christian teaching on suffering and death. Suitable for use at Easter. Continue reading →


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The Fabelmans: How Jesus used parables to teach and disciple

Learning Objectives:

  • Understanding of how stories are used to teach as well as entertain
  • Comprehension of the Bible as a source of stories that teach about the kingdom of God
  • Awareness of Jesus’ use of parables
  • Consideration of how Jesus’ parables impact modern ethical thought

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Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical: Finding Quiet

Assembly Objective:

How can we learn to quieten our busy thoughts and worries? This assembly explores the theme of quiet reflection and prayer from a biblical perspective, helping children to build resilience and confidence. Continue reading →