'I was profoundly moved by the responses of some of the students to the opportunity to reflect on their lives in a quiet and safe place. It is evident that some of these young people are struggling to make sense of their lives and the challenges they face. In this noisy world of constant media stimulation there is a great need to give young people the space and time to be quiet and still and to reflect.'Volunteer (England)

Resources

Forest Rubbish

This activity encourages students to think about times where they've done or said rubbish things. 

Category: Prayer Activities Age Group: all ages

Sorry/Forgiveness, Outdoor, Nature

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Forest Listening

This activity encourages students to listen to the sounds around them. 

Category: Prayer Activities Age Group: all ages

Being Still/Quiet, Outdoor, Nature

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Forest Hammocks

This activity encourages students to be quiet and still, and to think about themselves. 

Category: Prayer Activities Age Group: all ages

Identity/Self-esteem, Outdoor, Nature

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Forest Hope

This activity encourages students to think about their hopes and dreams for themselves and for the world. 

Category: Prayer Activities Age Group: all ages

Thanks/Gratitude, World, Outdoor, Hope, Nature

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Dove of Peace

This activity offers students an opportunity to think and/or pray about world issues, or about a tragic event or disaster. 

Category: Prayer Activities Age Group: 7 - 11's Age Group: 12 - 16's Age Group: 16+

World, Worry/Fear, Hope, Community

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Remembrance Ribbons

This activity encourages students to think about a tragic event or disaster and pray for those involved. 

Category: Prayer Activities Age Group: 7 - 11's Age Group: 12 - 16's Age Group: 16+

Questions, World, Worry/Fear, Hope, Community

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