Autumn Term Worship

This term we have been exploring a set of artwork by the artist Emma Yarlett.  The eight panels show ‘The Big Story of the Bible’ and link to seven of the eight core concepts that children learn about in their class RE lessons on Christianity.  The frieze is displayed in classrooms and the school hall so do take a look next time you get a chance.

An artists impression of creation	Sister Rosetta Tharpe	TSP (teaspoon) prayer

Linked to Black History month, we have also enjoyed listening to some gospel music.  Although it has origins in Scotland, it quickly moved across the Atlantic to North America where enslaved Africans sang versions of songs learned in Church as a way to uplift and inspire each other.  Popularity grew in the early 20th century with the rise of black gospel music by singers and artists like Sister Rosetta and quartets like the Five Blind Boys of Mississippi.  Mrs Stuart also shared a celebration of Black culture and heritage from Strictly Come Dancing where Montell and Johannes represented their Caribbean and South African Heritage in dance.  Click the image below to a link on YouTube if you would like to watch the dance yourself.

During times of prayer, children have been invited to share their thoughts using a thank you, sorry and please format introduced by Rev. Mike.