Space Makers is a resource for schools and churches from the Diocese of Oxford. Accessible to pupils of all faiths and worldviews, five contemplative practices help schools to embrace some of the ancient wisdom of the Christian tradition and, in doing so, assist children to navigate the world around them. Climate anxiety and the vast increase in screen time and exposure to social media seem to be causes of deteriorating mental health in young people.
The ancient contemplative traditions of Christianity, like its secular cousin ‘mindfulness’, have a lot to offer at this time. Space Makers brings five contemplative practices into the life of our schools.
2024/2025 training - For schools and churches this academic year
Training dates below are available for schools and churches to book:
19 June 2024
ODBF Space Maker Training - Douai Abbey
17 October 2024
ODBF Space Maker Training - Ripon College, Cuddesdon
6 February 2025
ODBF Space Maker Training - Ripon College, Cuddesdon
22 May 2025
ODBF Space Maker Training - Ripon College, Cuddesdon
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