Children
“Children’s ministry at Christ the King provides a safe and caring environment that enables the children to continually develop, to explore and grow their relationship with Jesus.
There are plenty of possibilities for the children to get involved. There is the ‘Timothy Weekend’, seasonal drama productions, Advent and Lent Workshops. All the activities are centred on faith, the Word of God and friendships in the hope that they will learn of God’s great love and the many gifts and talents he has blessed each one with.”
Programmes for Kids
We have a broad programme, full of fun and creative ways for children to be together and grow in their faith. These include:
Children’s Liturgy is held on Sundays during the 11am mass. Learn more.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is based on the Montessori method and held on Wednesdays and Sundays. Discover more.
Sacrament preparation is held on Sunday mornings between 10am and 11am. We have two teams preparing children with their parents for Baptism and First Holy Communion.
Family mass is every first Sunday of the month, prepared on Saturday afternoon.
Activities for families include cooking classes, liturgical art & craft, workshops, drama...
Timothy weekend is held once a year. It is a full weekend of fun for children between 7 and 11 years. There is an opportunity to develop a relationship with God and make friends with a very dynamic approach.
Teenagers are more than welcome to assist during the weekend.
Learn more about our Safeguarding policy.
In Their Own Words
“I like going to the lessons with Guilia. I meet new people and do fun activities. Fr Jean -Seb and Fr Christopher are very funny and friendly. I like doing the welcoming because everyone is always happy and greets me with a smile.”
“I enjoyed preparing for my First Communion. It was a day that I will always remember. Guilia and Fr. Christopher helped make it very special. Everyone is always very friendly and kind.”
Helping at Sunday Mass
Kids are welcome to give a hand, especially at Mass. This could include reading, serving on the altar, supporting the welcome team, contributing music… Register to help.
The Cabin
Our parish cabin is available for a number of activities, but is mainly used by the young children of our parish who gather there after the 11am Sunday mass! The children are able to play games, socialise and grab a drink and snack, while their parents relax over a coffee in the large hall.
Volunteers to help the running of the cabin are always welcomed!!!
Opening hours: After mass until 12.30
We hope to see you there!!!
“Wednesday Rainbows” Parent and Toddler Group
A welcoming, safe relaxed drop-in where parents and carers can bring their babies and preschool children to enjoy a morning of activities, including crafts, songs with stories as well as lots of free play. Everyone in the local community is welcomed; it’s a great place to meet others if you have just had a baby or you are new to the area. Healthy snacks for the children and good coffee for the adults are served throughout the morning.
We meet on Wednesday morning in the large parish hall during term time from 9:30-11:00 in the Large Parish Hall.
WE suggest a £2 donation per session, although this is not compulsory.
The Group is starting up again on 13th October and helpers for tea & coffee would be welcomed.