Christmas Story Time 2025!
“We have 6 groups at 4 libraries”
What is Christmas Story Time?
Christmas Story Time is a free, family-friendly event held in local libraries. It’s a chance to:
- Share the true message of Christmas through Christian storybooks read aloud.
- Create joy with fun children’s activities such as crafts, colouring, and a special gift bag to take home.
- Connect our community with local Christians and ministries in a warm, welcoming environment.
Why are we doing this?
Because Jesus is the reason for the season! We want to bless families in our community, celebrate the heart of Christmas, and open doors for future outreach opportunities.
How can YOU be involved?
We’re looking for volunteers who are willing to:
- Be willing to be trained and equipped to run a Christmas Story in their local library
- Work as part of a team
- Attend a volunteer training/ information session (Photo of training group below)
Interested? Email Jenny jennifer2@westnet.com.au
Report and plans since 2024 events: Below:
Endoresement:
Dear AARE Friends and Colleagues,
I am excited to share with you Results & PLANS:
30 August 2025. 2pm- 4pm (Perth Location TBA) (National locations later)
Plans for 2025 to run the Christian Christmas Story Time event again this year start with a Face-to-Face team planning meeting. In September there will be training for individuals or churches around Australia who are interested in hosting events in their local area.
Attached example below – the 2024 invitation to participate in the first activity leading up to 2025 – The Year of the Chaplain and Religious Educator; reading the Christmas story to children in your local community library. There is a Tab/Page with more details in the Top Menu.
Please share this with your chaplains and religious educators.
Blessings & Joy
Chris Callus
WA & National President
Australian Association for Religious Education
Celebrating 50 Years of Service – 1974 to 2024