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1) Girl's Class?
Hello,
I'm not sure how this works. This is the first time I've responded to an email. I have a question. I teach a 5th & 6th grade all girls Sunday School class. I'm in need of curriculum appropriate for them. Do you think the "The Fruit of the Spirit - Jesus Growing In You and Through You" would be too young for them? Do you have any other suggestions for this group?
There's also one for boys called, "Boom: A Guys Guide to Growing Up"
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2) New and different lessons
To reply to the lady who wanted new and different bible lessons , I would like to tell you what we did this year . After Easter , instead of leaving the story of Jesus , as we usually do .We developed our own rotation called Where is Jesus now ? We touched on doubting Thomas , the Holy Spirit , the great commission , and the ascension. We covered what happened to Judas , The road to emaeus and finally with a decision tract to personally follow Jesus which each child could sign and date to remember their commitment to Christ . Where is Jesus now? He is sitting at the right hand of God the Father until such time as he comes again ; and He lives forever in our hearts . We all watched as a white baloon asended into heaven . We had a dinner of fruit and bread as Jesus did with his deciples . Once we had a teaser at the closing : Next week we will learn about " Tounges of Fire" , the " Holy Ghost ", and The " biggest decision you will ever make ". It was great fun and our children really learned a lot about their faith.
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3) Lord's Supper Craft?
I am trying to find a craft for The Lord's Supper. It can not be a food that we make because with this being done during church at our childrens church, I can't let them get messy. I need some kind of craft that will teach them about The Lord's Supper.
Bless you all, Stephanie radscd@aol.com
--from SSTN: have them design a "coin" with "the cup" on one side and "the bread" on the other. Around one pic would be the words, "Do this in rememberance of me". On the other side, "I did this for you." You could use cardboard, a lid or wood round to make the coin. ysic, sarah keith <><
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4) No interest in senior high
This is in regard to Cindy's request for help in keeping kids once they finish confirmation and enter high school. That is a problem in most churches with a special confirmation instruction program in the junior high stage of life, and many confirmation or youth programs attempt to address it. I am reading a book that may have some relevance to the problem. It is called "Why Men Hate Going to Church" by David Murrow (Nelson). While Cindy's stated problem seems to have no connection to men, Murrow points out that Christian churches the world over cater more to feminine temperament and interests than to male temperament and interests, and have for several centuries. This is different from the days of the New Testament where Jesus called men to follow Him and to die for Him, if necessary. Males have learned much of the Christian faith from their mothers. Most have had female Sunday School teachers. When they begin cutting the apron strings with their mothers as a normal part of growing up, they often cut their ties to the church, too. Churches that have difficulty holding young men also have problems holding young women, according to Murrow. Take a look at the web site listed above. If it intrigues you, buy and read the book. The book contains a number of practical suggestions.
Rev. Phil Bohken Grace Lutheran Church Caldwell, Idaho
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Dear fellow servants in Christ I am in need of a Bible reading plan for ages 9 to 13. We have recently had 8 new children saved (last week) they are so keen to be in Jesus's army - I would love to give them a reading plan and we would then discuss it as part of our lesson as feedback and questions . I would most appreciate your assistance - thanks for all your assistance Cheerio Rene Brandt Kingz Kidz Cape Town SA
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6) Jewels for Jesus
You could also take different shaped Styrofoam and use glitter glue or small jewels to glue onto them.
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7) Small - Multi-age Class
>Hi, I am teaching a class that is rather small but has different ages in >it. Does anyone have any ideal on what I could do to get the kids more >involved, but yet have a fun time doing it. Thanks
I teach a small mixed ages class too. I really stress working together and helping the person next to you. As the body of Christ, we are all good at different things and we need to help and encourage others. For instance, if we look up something in the Bible, the kids that are fast and good readers are encouraged to help the other younger kids find the right book and guide them to the verse. I make sure to praise the child that was helpful and group in general for getting something done together. It also helps to have activies that can be changed to suit the child. We have a box of wooden blocks that each have a book of the Bible on them that the kids play with when they come in. The lid of the box lists the books in order, so younger kids can follow that but older ones can do it on their own. If someone is extra quick, I encourage them to group the blocks according to the type of book, alphabetically, etc. As always, a helper is great to keep the younger ones ones focused and to help keep the peace! Some years the kids work great together right away and have a great attitude and some years it takes more time. May your work be fruitful, Kara
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8) Past Issue #56?
Hello, There was a great idea in the #56. It was about a "sidewalk VBS" or something like that. I loved that idea and others, but ques what. It got deleted. Is there any way I can get that again.
Thank you and Thank You for the wonderful works you are doing for our Lord. God Bless Pam
I like using the stories from Precious Moments books for younger students. There are 3 or 4 of these books that I'm aware of. Many of the stories can easily be adapted to work with Bible stories.
Connie G.
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10) Stories for Children
You might try "The Book of Virtues for Young People : A Treasury of Great Moral Stories" by William Bennett published by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing ISBN: 0689816138
It is a collection of fables, stories, and poems covering a variety of virtues that include courage, friendship, loyalty, honesty, self-discipline, compassion, responsibility, friendship, work, and faith. Each topic includes an introduction and short commentary.
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