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Family Worship Resources 1.17.21

1/15/2021

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Do you ever get angry?  What are some things that make you angry?  

There is a lot of anger in our world right now. This has led to people being mean and violent toward one another. Remember, its normal and okay to get mad sometimes; what matters is what you do with it. Just because we are angry, doesn't mean its okay to hurt people.  Can you think of some better ways to cope with anger?

Today we read a story about some people who were angry at Jesus. They were so mad, they chased him out of town! (In the non-PG/non-children's Bible version, they try to throw Jesus off a cliff. Definitely not a good response). Let's read together.

The Scripture lesson can be found in Luke 4:14-30 or in the SPARK Storybook Bible on p. 252. 
Here are some questions to help us think about the story:
  • What do you think Jesus felt when his neighbors didn't like what he said?
  • What do you think of Jesus' message?
  • Why do you think people were angry at Jesus?
  • Has Jesus ever taught anything that made you feel angry?
  • Do you think anyone was happy with what Jesus said? 
  • What questions do you have for Jesus?
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From SPARK Storybook Bible, p.252

Activities

ThinkAccepted in Your Hometown
Jesus' neighbors had known him for a long time, and were surprised when he started preaching. Draw a map of your hometown. Mark the places you go to frequently (school, soccer field, park, friends' houses, etc.). What are some ways you can share God's love in each of these places?

Good News for the Poor
Take out a piece of paper and brainstorm ways your family can bring good news to the poor and sick like Jesus did. Is there someone you can pick up groceries for? Is there an organization you like that needs donations? Select one (or more) idea you have and put it into practice this week! 
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Anger Dice Game
Take turns rolling a die and answering the question next to the number you rolled.
  1. Name someone you can talk to when you are feeling angry
  2. What is something you can say when you are feeling angry?
  3. Give a reason it is important to stay calm when you are feeling angry
  4. Describe what not to do when you are feeling angry
  5. Describe an anger warning sign you might feel when you're starting to get angry
  6. Name a calm down strategy you can use when you are feeling angry

Breath Prayer
​Think of a name for God (Savior, Comforter, etc). Sit in a quiet place for a minute or two and start taking deep breaths: fill your belly with air, and then let it out. As you breathe in, say your name for God. As you breathe out, imagine your anger and stress leaving you. 
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Family Worship Resources 1.10.21

1/7/2021

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Happy New Year!  Join us for worship on our website or Facebook page.

Now that all the Christmas decorations are put away, we are in a new season of the church year called Epiphany. An epiphany is like a "lightbulb moment" when you suddenly realize something new. When Jesus comes into our world, we all see things in a new way! 

The theme of Epiphany is light. Remember in the Christmas story, how the wise men followed the star to where Jesus was born? Like the wise men, we can also follow the light of Jesus. 

Activity: Star Words
Draw and cut out a star on a piece of paper. Think of a word or phrase that you want to follow in this new year, such as peace, patience, or love. Hang your star (or stars, if you can't pick just one!) somewhere you will see it frequently, like your bathroom mirror. Throughout the year, let this star word guide you to be more like Jesus! 

Today we will learn more about Jesus by reading about his baptism. This is the event that began his ministry. Do you remember when you were baptized? 

Story: Read Luke 3:1-22, or in your SPARK Bible on page 242-245. 
  • What do you think the water felt like? Cold, warm? Refreshing?
  • How was Jesus' baptism different from your baptism? How was it the same? 
  • John calls people to repent, to turn back to God and to change their lives. Why do you think he said that?
  • What is your favorite part of this story?

Activity: Remember Your Baptism
Gather a pitcher of water and a bowl. Pour the water into the bowl-- as you do this, you can bless the water "in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit." Dip your finger in the water, make the sign of the cross on each other's foreheads, and say, "You are a beloved child of God." Then invite each person to practice remembering their own baptism: dip your finger in the water, mark the sign of the cross on your own forehead, and say "in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit, I am a child of God." You can do this everyday to remember who you are and how much God loves you! 

Activity: Dove Craft
On a white piece of paper, trace your hand. Cut it out, draw an eye on the thumb, and glue it to a piece of construction paper. Decorate the paper however you want; you may even draw Jesus being baptized! Write the words "The Holy Spirit came down at baptism" on the top. On the bottom, write "I am a child of God!"
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 Glen Cary Lutheran Church
15531 Central Avenue NE  
Ham Lake, MN 55304
Phone: 763-434-5695 
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