Collective Worship
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Collective Worship at Rainford CE is a special time when the whole school comes together to reflect, celebrate, and grow spiritually. It’s designed to be inclusive, engaging, and meaningful for everyone—children and adults alike. Worship includes Bible stories, Christian teaching, and opportunities for prayer, reflection, and stillness. It helps children explore Christian values, understand different traditions, and develop their own spiritual journey. Each assembly encourages a sense of community, celebrates achievements, and supports children’s personal, social, and moral development.
Class Worship
Class worship is a special part of our weekly routine, giving children the chance to lead and take ownership of their worship time. Each session begins with children setting the worship table, laying the cloth, lighting candles, choosing hymns, and reading prayers. This helps them feel involved and understand the importance of reflection and celebration.
We also use Picture News to explore current events in a child-friendly way. It helps children make sense of what’s happening in the world and encourages thoughtful discussion, linking global issues to our Christian values. Through this, children learn to reflect on their place in the world and how they can make a positive difference.
Whole School Worship
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Tots Worship
We’ve recently started taking our Sunbeams (2-year-olds) to church each week to enjoy a special time of worship with Reverend Janet. These sessions are designed to be fun, gentle, and meaningful, helping our youngest children begin to explore faith in a way that suits their age and stage.
During their visits, the children sing songs, make simple crafts, and take part in child-friendly worship activities. It’s a lovely way to introduce them to the church environment and help them feel part of our wider school and faith community from the very beginning.
