Lifepath Malvern is a Scripture Union initiative to help Christians in local communities organise an event in which junior school pupils (normally Year 5) have the opportunity to explore the Christian faith through the ‘life path’ of a well known Christian from history with a link to their location. The event can be used as a springboard to encourage them to reflect on their own ‘life path’.
Lifepath Mavern explores the lives of monks who have lived, worshipped and worked at Great Malvern Priory.
There are opportunities for volunteers to act as ‘Guides’, leading a group of about 15 children through the activities and building a positive relationship with them and their teachers throughout the day. Other volunteers are needed to run various workshops which may include crafts or skills linked to a particular venue, for example bell-ringing, lace-making or pyrography (decorating wood by burning). There is also a need for volunteers for ‘behind-the-scenes’ roles such as stewarding or first aid.
Since Lifepath takes place within the school day, it’s a great opportunity for volunteers with school-aged children of their own to take part. Although Lifepath may be run over several days, it is not always vital that every team member is present on each day.