Treating others as you would like to be treated is, of course, a value we can all try to live by.  However, at Tattingstone, we also learn about the theological roots of our vision, teaching children, from all faiths as well as those from none, to follow the inspiration and example set by Jesus.  We do this through exploring a range of Bible stories, as well as through prayer and quiet reflection in Collective Worship.

 

The main Bible stories we use to explore the theological roots of our vision are:

 

Parable of the Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31–32)

Our Big Question is: How can a small faith become a shining light?

At Tattingstone we know that faith starts small, grows big with God. Our link to the Christian Vision & Philippians 4:13: is that even little faith can do great things through Jesus.

 

David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17)

Our Big Question: How can God help us face our giants?

At Tattingstone we know that trusting God when challenges seem big. Our link to the Christian Vision: Is that God gives strength and courage so small ones can shine brightly — even in hard times.

 

 

Jesus feeds the 5,000 (John 6:1–14)

Our Big Question: How can we share what we have to help others?

At Tattingstone we know that God takes little and makes much. Our Link to the Christian Vision: Even small offerings become shining lights when God uses them.

Daniel in the Lion’s Den (Daniel 6)

Our Big Question: How does trusting God help us stand strong?

At Tattingstone we know that strength helps to stand firm in faith. Our link to the Christian Vision: God gives resilience to children even when things are difficult.

 

“You are the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14–16)

Our Big Question: How can we God’s light every day?

At Tattingstone we know that Jesus calls his followers to shine. Our link to the Christian Vision and Philippians 4:13: God strengthens us to shine his love and kindness.

Noah’s Ark (Genesis 6–9)

Our Big Question : How can trusting and obeying God help us shine, even in difficult times?

At Tattingstone we know that trusting God even when it’s hard or others don’t understand. Our link to the Christian vision & Philippians 4:13: When we trust and obey God, he gives us strength to do what seems possible. Through Jesus, we can do all things and our faith becomes a “wonder” that shines out.

 

Jonah and the Big Fish (Jonah 1–4)

Our Big Question: How does turning back to God help us find our purpose again?

At Tattingstone we know that God gives us second chances and helps us follow him. Our link to the Christian vision and Philippians 4:13: Even when we get things wrong, God strengthens us to follow him and do what he asks. Through Jesus, we can do all things.

 

 

Esther (Book of Esther)

Our Big Question: How can God use our courage to help others at just the right time?

At Tattingstone we know that God helps us be brace and shine, even when we feel small or afraid. Our link to the Christian Vision & Philippians 4:13: God gives us strength and courage to shine as His light. Through Jesus, we can do all things — even brave things we never thought we could do.