Pentecost Sunday Resources 2026

24 May 2026

This year's Pentecost theme, ‘Church Arise’ will explore the power of repositioning and aligning ourselves with God, to then move out together into his Kingdom, for greater impact.

To arise, as the disciples did at Pentecost, is to step into the authority and gifts given to us through the Spirit. Allowing us to move at a supernatural level beyond our own capabilities. 

To arise is to accept individual responsibility of our roles in advancing the Kingdom. 

To arise is to be in unity, moving together according to God’s direction, beyond our comfort zones. 

Resources available:

  • A creative video to introduce the theme
  • Sermon starter on 'Church Arise'
  • Adaptable discussion questions (suitable for small groups, cafe church etc.)
  • Pentecost in practice posters
  • Prayer and worship ideas
  • PowerPoint templates
  • Promotional graphics
  • Children's colouring sheets
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This video retells the Acts Pentecost story in a creative way that seeks to highlight how closely it reflects our current reality, and inspire corps to continue to build the Kingdom, energised by faith and filled with the Spirit. 

You may want to play it at the start of your Pentecost service or before you preach, to launch the theme and allow inspiration to build. Alternatively, you may want to share it digitally along with the script for people to use in their small groups.

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Pentecost in Practice Posters

Multi-use posters to put Pentecost into practice. Hand them out, stick them up, share them on social media and keep this visual reminder of how to continue the works of Jesus beyond Pentecost Sunday.

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Teaching Material

Key Dates

This sermon starter inspires a united church to rise for Kingdom impact and helps to practically unpack this for day-to-day living, in step with the Spirit.

Key Dates

Perfect for more informal corps services or small group material, this resource breaks down the sermon material into discussion questions and scripture exploration, with suggested activities for children and youth.

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Pentecost Prayer and Worship Ideas

A range of versatile ideas that can be used on or around Pentecost Sunday. At the end, there are some song suggestions tied into the Holy Spirit and songs of different languages.

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PowerPoint Templates

Key Dates

An editable PowerPoint template to use in your Pentecost services, with a variety of different slide styles, including prayer guidance from the sermon starter.

Key Dates

An editable PowerPoint template to use in your Pentecost services, with a variety of different slide styles, including prayer guidance from the sermon starter.

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Children's Colouring Sheets

Children's colouring sheets for a range of ages on this year's theme, 'Church Arise', including prompts for reflection.

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Discover More

Major Matt Butler invites us to receive and discover God’s amazing gift for each believer.

Explore the range of resources for all ages.

A collection of videos to use in worship services including congregational songs, key date worship videos and videos from other territories.

Daily prayers to inform, encourage and immerse the territory in prayer.

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