ARISE:HALLOW

ARISE:HALLOW

31 October 2026

How can we as Christians change the conversation about Halloween?

To turn the focus from darkness to light, from fear to faith, from death to life…

Want to know more?

Join us on the 23rd September for the ARISE:HALLOW Launch.

This is a space to be encouraged, equipped and empowered to reach your neighbours in a new way this Halloween.

We know Halloween is a tricky subject for a lot of Christians. The question of ‘Should Christians celebrate Halloween?’ is the subject of many videos online but we think that is the wrong question.

Instead we ask ‘How can Christians engage with their neighbours, their communities, their friends and be a light for Christ at Halloween?’

To bring hope and hospitality on a night where communities are engaging with each other more than most other nights. Halloween isn’t something to be scared of but rather an opportunity to be grasped.

Sign up for Arise:Hallow Launch

3 Simple Ways

to be more ‘open’ this year

  • Open a conversation...

    How can you be more intentional in opening a conversation with someone about the light, hope and faith we find in Jesus?

    How can we help?

    • Wear your faith - Where something that sparks a curiosity in someone that makes them want to ask you about it. Check out the Arise Clothing Store for items that could start a conversation.

    • Decorate your house - When everyone else has houses adorned with spider webs and ghosts, stand out with a window display of pumpkin carving that makes someone stop, smile and ask a question. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see previous window displays and send us your to inspire others.

  • Open your door...

    Instead of hiding away, shutting the door and turning the lights off make your house as bright as possible, be present to those in your community and open your door with the best treat of all.

    • Truth and Treat Bags - If you have been to any kids party you will know that all kids love a goody bag the TNT bags are a great resource and provide an opportunity kids to not just get treats but to hear the truth about a God that loves them and a light that shines in the darkness. Buy your Truth and Treat Bags from the Arise store.

  • Open your church...

    Churches are perfectly place to provide a safe space for people at Halloween. How can you make your church a beacon of light this Halloween?

    • Light Parties - These are a simple way of bringing the community together. A safe place for kids to dress up in a non scary way, to have fun and to hear the gospel. It also gives a positive experience to the adults that bring the children. If you are hosting a light party this year please let us know by emailing hello@arisesheffield.org and we will make sure we show it on our map!

Let us put you on the map.

This is last years map and we are working on this years. If you want your church’s light party to be on here then let us know by emailing hello@arisesheffield.org

Hover or tap on the Church icons on the image above to see the names of churches hosting Light Parties this Hallow.

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Hallow resources

If you’ve ordered Truth and Treat bags through Arise you’ll also receive some pocket prompts to inspire you with some examples of ways you could offer the Gospel.

Or, click on the images below to view and download the prompts to print for yourself.

Order your Truth & Treat bags

Here’s a video tutorial to help you decorate a window for Light Night - great for participating in Streets of Light!

And here’s our introduction to Arise:Hallow 2025 - watch this to see Lou host a House of Light for her neighbours.

We asked: how are you giving out your Truth and Treat bags this year?