 We have written some resources was based around the Olympics, to tune in with the Olympic Games in London 2012.
Below you can download the different resources:
The Info Sheet gives you interesting facts about the Olympic Games.
Unpacking Scripture article provides a reflection on St Paul's thoughts about the Olympic Games in the Graeco-Roman Empire.
The Church Teaching 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.
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 .
For a few suggestions about how to to run your own version of the Olympics, see the Silly Olympics, with games that are great fun for teams of about 4 or 5 people. See also the Indoor Mini Olympics session, with thanks to Gerard at St Columba's Youth Club.
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.
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