As seen in Issue 38 of the connexion magazine (pdf download)!

New website

We are currently testing a new website for delivering Minecraft Resources: https://blocks-and-bricks.org/

Please email minecraft@kidlingtonmethodists.org.uk if you would like the password to access these exciting new resources!

Downloadable Booklet

This booklet contains activities for each week. Each session has Minecraft activities, plus a “Plan B” to do with Lego or junk modelling etc. It can be printed out as an A5 booklet, or used online. A black and white version for easy printing is also available in the links below. Please send feedback to minecraft@kidlingtonmethodists.org.uk. Thank you!

August-2026Download

Previous booklets:

What is Blocks and Bricks?

Blocks and Bricks is a combination of the computer game Minecraft and other creative activities. Minecraft is a widely available computer game that costs about £7 to install on a mobile device.  It’s very creative – it uses blocks of different types, a little like Lego, and can result in impressive builds in a short space of time.

Blocks and Bricks is a creative style of church in which adults and children explore stories from the Bible together. Using Minecraft in church was pioneered by Rev Kevin Colyer – you can read more about his work at http://minecraftchurch.uk/ and https://www.churchofengland.org/about/children-and-young-people/doubling-number-children-and-young-people/minecraft-church.

At KMC, we combine Minecraft with other crafts to respond to a Bible story. Usually this is on a Sunday afternoon, but we have also run a number of all-age Sunday morning services:

Write up of the Circuit Celebration service: https://kidlingtonmethodists.org.uk/anticipate-minecraft-church/

Write up of an all-age worship Sunday morning service: https://kidlingtonmethodists.org.uk/minecraft-church-for-all/

When is Blocks and Bricks?

The fourth Sunday of the month, at 3pm.

Upcoming dates:

  • 22nd February (last weekend of Half Term)
  • 22nd March
  • 26th April
  • 24th May (first weekend of Half Term)
  • 28th June

There won’t be Blocks and Bricks in July 2026.

Who can come?

Everyone is welcome, whatever your age or Minecraft skill (or lack of it!). Suggested age for Minecrafters is 6+

What do I need?

Nothing! We have quite a few spare devices, so you don’t need to bring anything at all to come along! However, if you have a device with pocket edition installed (a tablet, iPad or phone), it is helpful if you can bring it. Minecraft costs about £7 to install on this sort of device. If you don’t want to play Minecraft you can still get involved using other kinds of crafts. You can respond creatively using lego, play dough, drawing, or feel free to bring a craft of your choice!

What if I don’t usually go to church?

Blocks and Bricks is for you! You don’t have to be a Christian, a regular (or irregular) church goer or connected to a church in any way to come along and have fun at Blocks and Bricks.

How much does it cost?

Blocks and Bricks is free. If you can make a donation towards the refreshments that’s great … but not compulsory!!

Why Minecraft ?

Blocks and Bricks recognises that creativity can be a great way to learn about, respond to and engage with the Bible. Minecraft allows the creation of a whole world, looking at the context, the relationships and the stories in an immersive and extremely engaging way. Participants don’t just listen to the story, they create it, gaining lots of new insights in the process.

What happens at Blocks and Bricks?

Download session report (pdf)

Each event is based around a Bible story or theme.

We have a short time of free play, to allow everyone to arrive and get settled. Usually there will then be a game and a short prayer.

We have a time of storytelling to introduce the story, then get creating in response – this might mean creating buildings, crowds, boats, food, animals.  We don’t just use Minecraft – you can respond creatively using lego, art, play dough – you could even bring some knitting along! As we create, we discuss different aspects of the story and then share our reflections at the end.

The session ends with a prayer – Minecrafters let off fireworks, while the rest of us say Amen!

Can I join online?

Initially, Blocks and Bricks at KMC will be offline (in person) only. The possibility of an online church using Minecraft is being investigated by Rev Kevin Colyer, and more details of this can be found at http://minecraftchurch.uk/

How do I find out more?

If you are interested in Blocks and Bricks and/or would like to be informed when the sessions will be held, please email minecraft@kidlingtonmethodists.org.uk