'DYSpatches: the resource' is a free collection of youth work resources that is sent out three times a year to our contacts who signed up to receive NYMO's newsletter DYSpatches electronically. Our first edition of 'DYSpatches: the resource' in June was based around the Olympic, to tune in with the Olympic Games in Beijing. 

Below you can download the different resources:

The Info Sheets give you interesting facts about China and the Olympic Games.

Here you can download a reflection on St Paul's thoughts about the Olympic Games in the Graeco-Roman Empire.

This document is a collection of what Pope Benedict XVI, Pope John Paul II and other leaders of the church have said about the Olympics and sport in general.

The Beijing Prayer Meditation (Powerpoint, 1.62 MB) is intended to provide a Christ focussed reflection on the various aspects of the Olympics. As well as prayer for the athletes it includes prayer for Beijing, victims of the recent earthquake and for peace. For tips how to use the document click here.

If your youth group enjoy films, this might be something for you. We looked at 4different films which all feature some some Olympic theme. For each of the films you'll find a brief synopsis and discussion ideas.
Film Resources Intro
Bend it like Beckham
Indiana Jones
Cool Runnings
Chariots of Fire

This review of 'Heavyweight Champion of the World' by Reverend and the Makers gives the opportunity to discuss hopes, ambitions and regrets and also looks at what the Bible says about these feelings. Download lyrics and instructions.

Here are a few suggestions how to to run your own Silly Olympics, with games are great fun for teams of about 4 or 5 people.

Many of the resources in this collection can be used separately, allowing you to spend a whole session around just one resource. But you can also use the resources as ‘blocks’ of activities and use them to build your session. Download our Sample Session Plan.

For more information and further reading see our links section.