Broadland children visit Norwich Cathedral 

The benefice of St Benedict’s Sunday Club organized a day trip to Norwich Anglican Cathedral for eleven children from the Hoveton area last weekend. The children boarded the train at Hoveton and Wroxham on Sunday, September 22, and enjoyed a tour of the cathedral led by Clare Williams, Head of Schools and Family Learning. They learned about the history of the building and then headed to Pizza Hut for some food and fellowship before returning to the train station. Revd Ben Bradshaw, Rector of the Benefice of St Benedict, noted that everyone had a fantastic day and learned a great deal about their faith. The event was part of the benefice’s Children’s Church programme, which aims to provide exciting and fun services for young people and their families. Previous events have included a Palm Sunday walk with donkeys and an outside service with ice creams. Revd Ben emphasized that everyone is welcome at Children’s Church and that it is completely free to attend.

The day trip to Norwich Anglican Cathedral was a positive experience for the children, who were able to engage in a tour of the building and learn more about their faith. Revd Ben Bradshaw expressed his satisfaction with how the event turned out and encouraged more young people and their families to participate in the Children’s Church programme. The programme aims to provide a schedule of exciting and fun services for young people, with previous events including activities such as a Palm Sunday walk with donkeys and an outside service with ice creams. Revd Ben highlighted that Children’s Church is open to all and free to attend, making it accessible to anyone who wishes to learn more about their faith in a engaging and welcoming environment.

The day trip to Norwich Anglican Cathedral was a part of the benefice’s efforts to provide meaningful and educational experiences for young people interested in learning more about their faith. The children who participated in the trip had the opportunity to explore the cathedral and its history, as well as enjoy some time for food and fellowship with their peers. Revd Ben Bradshaw emphasized the importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for young people and their families to engage with their faith. The Children’s Church programme offers a variety of exciting events and services aimed at making learning about faith enjoyable and accessible to all, with the ultimate goal of fostering a sense of community and connection among participants.

Overall, the day trip to Norwich Anglican Cathedral was a successful and enriching experience for the children of St Benedict’s Sunday Club. Led by Clare Williams, Head of Schools and Family Learning, the children learned about the history of the cathedral and had the opportunity to engage in fellowship with their peers over a meal at Pizza Hut. Revd Ben Bradshaw expressed his satisfaction with the event and encouraged more young people and their families to participate in the Children’s Church programme. The programme offers a range of exciting and fun services for young people and their families, with a focus on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all who wish to learn more about their faith.