I searched the TES site today and found no assembly for the New Year so here goes! It is aimed at Secondary school children but could easily be adapted! WHAT ARE OUR GOALS? WILL WE ACHIEVE THEM? WILL WE BE A BETTER PERSON IN 2018/9 IF WE ACHIEVE THEM? It includes: Music: You could use ABBA- Happy New Year but that would depend on whether you’ve already see Mamma Mia 20 times! Video: The mini bios are on You Tube. The specific links are included incl Bill Gates bio. Bible reading Prayer- by Billy Graham Final thought Call to action Research for talk- below and current research on people’s top goals today -on slides **For the Intro here is some background on where the name of the month January comes from: **In ancient Roman religion and myth, Janus (/ˈdʒeɪnəs/; Latin: Ianus, pronounced [ˈjaː.nus]) is the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, doorways, passages, and endings. He is usually depicted as having two faces, since he looks to the future and to the past. It is conventionally thought that the month of January is named for Janus (Ianuarius),[ but according to ancient Roman farmers’ almanacs Juno was the tutelary deity of the month Janus presided over the beginning and ending of conflict, and hence war and peace. The doors of his temple were open in time of war, and closed to mark the peace. As a god of transitions, he had functions pertaining to birth and to journeys and exchange, and in his association with Portunus, a similar harbor and gateway god, he was concerned with travelling, trading and shipping ** ** Any way whatever you do, I hope 2018/9 is a good year for you! Any problems please email me. Some nice feedback if time permits!

This assembly would suit both Primary and Secondary students. A very versatile number here as you can see from the title. It includes the following: 2 Videos, 2 Bible readings, a Prayer, Final inspiring thought and a Call to action. **Music suggestions: * Seconds - Human League, or Death Was Arrested - NorthPoint Inside Out, or King of Rome-PetShop Boys, or Rhianna -We Found Love but many others would suit. (See You Tube) * TALKS Introduction To Assembly In 1950 C. S. Lewis wrote The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a fantasy novel for children. Most of the novel is set in Narnia, a land of talking animals and mythical creatures that is ruled by the evil White Witch. In the frame story, four English children are relocated to a large, old country house following a wartime evacuation. The youngest, Lucy, visits Narnia three times via the magic of a wardrobe in a spare room. Lucy’s three siblings are with her on her third visit to Narnia. In Narnia, the siblings seem fit to fulfill an old prophecy and find themselves adventuring to save Narnia and their own lives. The lion Aslan gives his life to save one of the children; he later rises from the dead……… Who Was C. S. Lewis and Why Did He Write This Book? Clive Staples Lewis (29 November 1898 – 22 November 1963) was a British writer and lay theologian. He held academic positions in English literature at both Oxford University (Magdalen College, 1925–1954) and Cambridge University (Magdalene College, 1954–1963). He is best known for his works of fiction, especially The Screwtape Letters, The Chronicles of Narnia, and The Space Trilogy According to Lewis’s memoir Surprised by Joy, he was baptised in the Church of Ireland, but fell away from his faith during adolescence. Lewis returned to Anglicanism at the age of 32, owing to the influence of Tolkien and other friends, and he became an “ordinary layman of the Church of England”.[2] Lewis’s faith profoundly affected his work, and his wartime radio broadcasts on the subject of Christianity brought him wide praise. Lewis wrote more than 30 books[3] which have been translated into more than 30 languages and have sold millions of copies. Lewis wrote the book for (and dedicated it to) his goddaughter, Lucy Barfield. She was the daughter of Owen Barfield, Lewis’s friend, teacher, adviser, and trustee.[4] In 2003, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe was ranked ninth on the BBC’s The Big Read poll.[5] Time magazine included the novel in its list of the 100 Best Young-Adult Books of All Time.[6] Check out my blog: brighterwindows.blogspot.com for further inspiration.; e.g. A Lenten Journey in 2020, Should We Give Up Choc for Lent? Can We Believe in Life after Death? Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why

PP Assembly on Time and how we use or waste it! Therefore there’s something for everyone here and it would suit all ages. This resource reminds students that time management is a skill we must all master! It begins by asking pupils to consider how they have spent their time over a holiday but you could change the wording to read ‘weekend’ You then personalise the next slides as to pictures of events showing how you have used your time. It includes: Music suggestions- given on PP Bible reading Prayer Call to action Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why

This assembly would suit both Primary and Secondary students. It would be useful after a bullying spate. Pupils write and take part in the roleplays that can form the central part of the assembly It makes the point that reconciliation is based on the premise that if we want forgiveness then we must offer it to others and this is a normal part of any relationship. The assembly can also be used without the roleplays so very adaptable. It is structured as follows: Why is reconciliation important? Why don’t we forgive one another? How can we make up after quarreling? It includes the following: Choice of inspiring story A choice of short films on forgiveness- You Tube links given Two spiritual quotes on forgiveness Prayer on the theme Final thought Call to action Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why

SIX LESSONS OF HARVEST This is a Power Point assembly for harvest that is suitable for Secondary School or upper Primary. It would suit all religious faiths and can easily be adapted. It includes a You Tube link to a harvest film showing that it is not an isolated activity that farmers do in September but a culmination of 12 months of planning, hard work and love. This then becomes the theme of the assembly:**** six lessons we can learn from harvest: Believe in yourself, Be patient, Respect your world, Work hard, teamwork gets results Give thanks and give back.**** (1) Music suggestions: ‘Sowing The Seeds of Love’. : Sting: Fields of Gold or to be traditional ‘We Plough the Fields and Scatter’ or even ‘Harvest Moon’ * (2) Video: You Tube: Pay It Forward Acts of Kindness included. (3) Bible reading (4) Final thought (5) Call to action* Pour yourself a large glass and chill! Feedback would be nice. Any probs drop me an email.

Useful all age assembly that would suit both Primary and Secondary students. This resource includes: Power point Assembly Story of answered prayer Assembly music Prayer of St Francis sung by Sarah Mac Laughlin This can easily adapted to your own needs. I have suggested opening song as children file in as ‘Living On Prayer’ - as assembly title but there is plenty of other modern songs on prayer freely available on You Tube. All is done for you so tonight, download and read with a glass of wine! A number of other ready to use assemblies in my shop Feedback welcome

PP, clip suggestions and if music reqd you could use a hymn such as ‘Who Would True Valour see’, ‘Oh God Our Help In Ages Past’ or ‘Will Your anchor hold’ , Einaudi ‘Fly’ or similar (1) Why do we wear poppies? (2) Why do we remember the fallen? (3) What can we do to show we remember? It includes: music suggestions video Bible reading Prayer Final thought Call to action Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why

Here you are! Ready to go! I have linked Pope Francis to St Francis so this assembly can be used for either. All you need is answers to two questions- (1) What is Francis patron saint of? St. Francis of Assisi, born in Umbria in 1181, was the founder of the Franciscan Order. He died on October 4, 1226 at the age of 45. Francis is considered the founder of all Franciscan Orders and the patron saint of ecologists and merchants. (2) Who was he? St Francis of Assisi: Go and Rebuild my Church HD film on You Tube or base talk on this:St. Francis of Assisi abandoned a life of luxury for a life devoted to Christianity after reportedly hearing the voice of God, who commanded him to rebuild the Christian church and live in poverty. He is the patron saint for ecologists. Born in Italy circa 1181, St. Francis of Assisi was renowned for drinking and partying in his youth. After fighting in a battle between Assisi and Perugia, Francis was captured and imprisoned for ransom. He spent nearly a year in prison—awaiting his father's payment—and, according to legend, began receiving visions from God. After his release from prison, Francis heard the voice of Christ, who told him to repair the Christian Church and live a life of poverty. Consequently, he abandoned his life of luxury and became a devotee of the faith, his reputation spreading all over the Christian world. Later in life, Francis reportedly received a vision that left him with the stigmata of Christ—marks resembling the wounds Jesus Christ suffered when he was crucified—making Francis the first person to receive such holy wounds. He was canonized as a saint on July 16, 1228. Today, St. Francis of Assisi has had a lasting resonance with millions of followers across the globe. Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why Any problems please contact me directly.

Materialism still unfortunately very much an evil of our society today. Personally I think every school year should include an assembly on this topic. As of January 2018 it is the only TES assembly on Materialism! **It covers the following; ** 1. What is materialism? 2. What is the problem with materialism? 3. What is the solution to materialism? It is aimed at Secondary school children but can be adapted to Primary children or used in an RE lesson. It includes the following: Suggested songs: the Flying Lizards 1979:Money That’s What I want Others could be Madonna’s ‘Material Girl’ , Spice Girls ‘Tell You What I Want’ or Lennon’s ‘Imagine’. Video: an extract from ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ (Clean) to show the destructive powers of money on character. A Bible reading Prayer Current research stats: an extract from the ‘Guardian’ of last year-2017. This is the beginning of a realisation that: if E= money then we don’t get to M C squared =happiness. Final thought Call to action Clearly you can easily adapt this assembly to the post-Christmas period or your own requirements; e.g. stealing/lying. Tell me what you use and why you chose this topic for an assembly. Any problems or queries please email me directly. Positive feedback telling me how you used or adapted this assembly would be really nice!

This assembly would suit Secondary children. It is an interactive PP and would suit a class or an assembly hall. It is structured as follows: (1) What would you like for Christmas? (2) What gifts are you giving this Christmas? (3) What is the best gift you are giving this Christmas? It includes: Music: ‘All I Want for Christmas’ Video- The Christmas Gift Experience Bible reading Prayer Final thought & Call to action MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK PRICING 20p transaction fee Tax 60% Royalty to me- about £1 You get 2/3 hours work + for just over £1! WHAT IS YOUR BANG? Hook, PP, pictures. questions. [](http://audiopi.co.uk/The Cold War) WHAT IS MY BANG? £1 (!!!) and a rocket review from you. Thank You in anticipation.

This assembly would suit Primary or Secondary School. It includes: Music suggestions ‘December will be magic again’ Kate Bush or Wham ‘Last Christmas’ etc Video link - modern clip Bible reading Prayer Final thought Call to action ** The only prop- ** A large Advent calendar. Invite a child to open door one. One containing choccies would be good. Discuss how audience feels about this and what Christmas thoughts fill your mind… **The only info you need is here_ ** The Light of the World (1851–3) is an allegorical painting by the English Pre-Raphaelite artist William Holman Hunt (1827–1910) representing the figure of Jesus preparing to knock on an overgrown and long-unopened door, illustrating Revelation 3:20: “Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if any man hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me”. According to Hunt: “I painted the picture with what I thought, unworthy though I was, to be by Divine command, and not simply as a good Subject.”[1] The door in the painting has no handle, and can therefore be opened only from the inside, representing "the obstinately shut mind& Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why

All Age assembly: fresh, thought-provoking and tinsel-wrapped! Chill and finish the Christmas shopping… Email me if you want the script or the Slade song after purchasing. Emails responded to every day about 6am… saraparticco@gmail.com Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why

All age assembly for Secondary and upper years of Primary school It includes the following- Music suggestions Bible reading Prayer Final Thought Call for action Just add fancy dress and humour Some pos Feedback most welcome

It’s back to school again. That September feeling. Resources to organise, new stock to put away,books to back, orders to chase… At last something that’s fresh and ready-to-go! From the get-go to the gone, here you are… A nice review telling me how your tailored this PP would be most welcome!

God’s Power or God In Our World today as of all old… This PP assembly would be useful following a bad world event and gives the clear message of good triumphing over evil. You have links to a story showing God’s power in ancient times and a You Tube video showing God’s power in Today’s age… You’re ready to go. Some feedback on how and why you used the assembly would be nice.

PP with suggested film clips, Bible reading, prayer and music from You Tube Email me if you need more help Please leave me a review or feedback telling me how you used this resource and why

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This is a Secondary school assembly that covers the following: **1. How do we celebrate St Valentine’s day? 2. Who Was St Valentine? 3. What is his message? ** (1) Music suggestions : Bowie or the more recent Isakov’s Valentine’s Day or endless Beetles scores about love. Could even go upmarket and impress the Classists with a Shostakovich waltz. Soundtrack from the recent film about Romeo and Juliet with the camera sweeping the Italian Renaissance villas (wrong period of Italian history but very romantic) might be just a little too indulgent. Tell me the music you used.Inspire. **(2) Video: You Tube: Top 10 romantic gestures (3) Bible reading (4) Final thought (5) Call to action ** Below is a basic outline of the Saint which you could use. The rest is done for you but can easily be slighly adapted. Enjoy and share your Valentine Day with me. He was a Roman Priest in Roman times when Claudius was emperor. He was persecuted the church at that time,He also had an edict that prohibited the marriage of young people. This was based on the hypothesis that unmarried soldiers fought better than married soldiers because married soldiers might be afraid of what might happen to them or their wives or families if they died.

This assembly would suit Secondary children. (1) Who were the wise men? (2) What gifts did they take and why? (3) How were they changed by their experiences? This includes: Music: Star of Wonder’ by Tori Amos as an MP4 file- on youtube . It begins ‘We three Kings…’ The link is included. Video- see below Bible reading Prayer Final thought Call to action Reviewed as: ‘This is the best narration of the journey of the Magi that I have ever heard! Beautifully paced, exactly right. I had seen a great narration of TS Eliot’s poem on TV some years ago done by Timothy West, and was looking for it on You Tube when I came across Tim Martin’s version which I think it is even better.Just love it.’ A nice review would be similarly most welcome.

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