Youth Home Learning
Here you will find family-led learning handouts and video-recorded homilies that were developed before we could be back with in-person Sunday School. Click on the links on each date below to find videos and handouts which provide additional activities, crafts, bible verses and links within them. Some of the links will redirect you to our YouTube channel where the videos are posted. These lessons can be enjoyed year-round.
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March 13, 2022 Lent 2
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Joyous Beginnings- Grab your faith kit votive or candle and enjoy listening to:
God So Loved the World: performed by Eunsook Park Prayer Celtic Prayer Around the fire, May the Sacred Three, Save, Shield, Surround the hearth, The house, The household, This eve, This night, Oh! This eve, This night, And every night, Every single night, Amen On Wednesday evenings, during Lent, St. Barts is having a Lenten Celtic service at 5:30pm. You can attend in person or live stream. The sanctuary is organized in a circle for this service, further reflecting the Celtic belief in the encircling love and protection of the Holy Trinity. It also invites us to consider a life without hierarchy and faith as a journey with no end. You can also try saying the Celtic prayer above while family members hold hands, creating that same symbolic circle of love and protection. Bible Reading Luke 13:31-35 13 Some Pharisees came and said to Jesus, "Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you." He said to them, "Go and tell that fox for me, 'Listen, I am casting out demons and performing cures today and tomorrow, and on the third day I finish my work. Yet today, tomorrow, and the next day I must be on my way, because it is impossible for a prophet to be killed outside of Jerusalem.' Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the city that kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to it! How often have I desired to gather your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, and you were not willing! See, your house is left to you. And I tell you, you will not see me until the time comes when you say, 'Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.'" Mindful Minutes
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March 6, 2022 Lent 1
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Joyous Beginnings: Grab your votive from your faith kit or light a candle and enjoy listening to:
Lent Song: Lyrics by Alexandra Montano to the melody of Frere Jacques. Arranged by Sha Armstrong Bible Reading Luke 4:1-13 After his baptism, Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness, where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing at all during those days, and when they were over, he was famished. The devil said to him, "If you are the Son of God, command this stone to become a loaf of bread." Jesus answered him, "It is written, 'One does not live by bread alone.'" Then the devil led him up and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. And the devil said to him, "To you I will give their glory and all this authority; for it has been given over to me, and I give it to anyone I please. If you, then, will worship me, it will all be yours." Jesus answered him, "It is written, 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.'" Then the devil took him to Jerusalem, and placed him on the pinnacle of the temple, saying to him, "If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down from here, for it is written, 'He will command his angels concerning you, to protect you,' and 'On their hands they will bear you up, so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.'" Jesus answered him, "It is said, 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'" When the devil had finished every test, he departed from him until an opportune time. Mindful Minutes
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February 13, 2022- Epiphany +6
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Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy listening to:
The Beatitudes- ~ The Heart of Jesus Prayer For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, For love and friends, For everything thy goodness sends. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson Bible Reading- The Beatitudes Luke 6: 17-28 17 Jesus came down with them and stood on a level place, with a great crowd of his disciples and a great multitude of people from all Judea, Jerusalem, and the coast of Tyre and Sidon. 18They had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases; and those who were troubled with unclean spirits were cured. 19And all in the crowd were trying to touch him, for power came out from him and healed all of them. 20 Then he looked up at his disciples and said: Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. 21 Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. 22 Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man. 23Rejoice on that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven; for that is what their ancestors did to the prophets. 24 But woe to you who are rich,| for you have received your consolation. 25Woe to you who are full now, for you will be hungry. Woe to you who are laughing now, for you will mourn and weep. 26 Woe to you when all speak well of you, for that is what their ancestors did to the false prophets. Mindful Minutes
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Our Themes for the week
Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy listening to: Miracle Worker- Performed by Sing-in Seeds Bible Reading Luke 5: 1-11 Mindful Minutes
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January 30, 2022- Epiphany +4
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Our Themes for the week
Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy listening to: This Little Light of Mine - Performed by Voices of Hope Children’s Choir Prayer For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, For love and friends, For everything Thy goodness sends. -Ralph Waldo Emerson Bible Reading Luke 4: 21-30 Jesus began to speak in the synagogue at Nazareth: "Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They said, "Is not this Joseph's son?" He said to them, "Doubtless you will quote to me this proverb, 'Doctor, cure yourself!' And you will say, 'Do here also in your hometown the things that we have heard you did at Capernaum.'" And he said, "Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the prophet's hometown. But the truth is, there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, and there was a severe famine over all the land; yet Elijah was sent to none of them except to a widow at Zarephath in Sidon. There were also many lepers in Israel in the time of the prophet Elisha, and none of them was cleansed except Naaman the Syrian." When they heard this, all in the synagogue were filled with rage. They got up, drove him out of the town, and led him to the brow of the hill on which their town was built, so that they might hurl him off the cliff. But he passed through the midst of them and went on his way. Mindful Minutes
Jesus had the courage to teach about what he knew was right: helping people, loving others, loving God, being kind and being forgiving. He showed us how to be brave. Family bravery book Materials: o Construction paper o Markers o Embellishments: stickers, glitter, buttons, beads, glue Instructions: § Get the number of pieces of paper you will need for each family member. § Cut them into any size you like or use a full sheet of paper § After dinner or other family time, ask everyone to answer the question- I was brave when……. § Each person can then write their story of bravery § Each person can then decorate their piece of paper § Make a cover for your family bravery book and draw your family “crest” with each person adding to the crest |
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Jesus returns to Galilee to begin to teach
Our Theme for the week:
Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy listening to: Peace Like a River Performed by Kids Worship Bible Reading: Luke 4: 14-21 Mindful Minutes:
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January 20, 2022 - Epiphany + 2
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The Wedding at Cana—Jesus turns water to wine
Themes:
Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy! Miracle Worker, performed by Sing-in Seeds Prayer For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, For love and friends, For everything Thy goodness sends. --Ralph Waldo Emerson Bible Reading: The Wedding at Cana John 2: 1-3, 6-11 On the third day, there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. 3When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” 6Now standing there were six stone water jars for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. 7Jesus said to them “Fill the jars with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. 8He said to them, “Now draw some out, and take it to the chief steward.” So they took it. 9When the steward tasted the water that had become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the steward called the bridegroom 10and said to him, “everyone serves the good wine first, but you have kept the good wine until now.” 11Jesus did this, the first of his signs, in Cana of Galilee, and revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him. What do you think? This section below is meant to be a jumping off point to chat more deeply with your children about what this reading means to them.
Current Connections On January 17th we celebrate and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King was a civil rights leader in our country who spoke up about how African-Americans were treated poorly as compared to white people, just because of the color of their skin. For example, African-American children could not go to the same schools as white children, African-Americans could not even go to the same restaurants as white people or work in the same places, alongside white people. He had a vision about how people could help make our country a fairer place, a more loving place: “Where people are not judged by the color or their skin but by the content of their character.” Dr. King inspired many people through peaceful protest to dream of this better world and to work toward racial equality and creation of laws to protect the rights of all people, regardless of their skin color. “Love is the greatest force in the universe. It is the heartbeat of the moral cosmos. He who loves is a participant in the being of God.” --Martin Luther King, Jr. Activity
Martin Luther King - I Have A Dream Speech - August 28, 1963 - YouTube Sending Song: We Shall Overcome, performed by MLK Ensemble |
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The Baptism of Jesus
Our theme for this week is symbolism:
Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy listening to the song below. Every Move I Make Performed by Kids Worship Bible Reading: Luke 3: 15-17, 21-22 Mindful Minutes: What is your favorite Christian symbol and why? Draw your favorite Christian symbol. If you were to replace your name with a symbol, what would it look like? What shape would it be, what color would it be? Draw your favorite symbol. Sending Song: Praise God from whom all blessings flow Performed by Pueri Cantores International |
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Epiphany! The Wise Men visit Jesus.
Themes:
Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy! We Three Kings Performed by the Cedarmont Kids Bible Reading: Wise Men visit Jesus Mathew 2 :1-12 Celebrate Epiphany ✨ Have a Feast to celebrate Epiphany. Make a special cake or dessert. Maybe a King cake! ✨ Use cookie cutter stars to make a star PB&J sandwich Crafts ✨ Cut out stars and decorate with glow in the dark glue ✨ Make tissue paper crowns |
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This begins the 3rd week in Advent. Our themes for this week are:
Love God, Love People- Performed by Danny Gokey Bible Reading: Luke 3:10-12 Mindful minutes: Think of how you can share joy with others this week? ✨ Give a friend a hug ✨ Help out around the house with dinner or chores….Then watch a Christmas movie with your family. Bring on the popcorn! What can you do this week that brings you happiness and joy? ✨ Choose a Christmas song and sing along with a YouTube video ✨ Have a Christmas dance party |
November 27, 2021 - Season of Advent
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November 19, 2021 - Faith and Thanksgiving
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Themes:
✨ Gratitude Joyous Beginnings: Grab your Faith kit votive or light a candle and enjoy! Grateful written by Nimo Patel & Daniel Nahmod Bible Reading: Poor Widow’s Offering Mark 12: 41-44 Mindful Minutes: ✨ What was the difference between what the rich man gave and what the poor widow gave? ✨ Why do you think the poor widow gave all that she had? ✨ What do you think that the people around her could have done, knowing that she gave all her money that she had to live on to the treasury? What would you have done? |
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Morning Song:
"The Heart of Worship" performed by Tommee Profitt & McKenna Sabin Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13 Reflection Questions: 1. Have you judged someone based on how they look? What happened as a result? 2. Have you been judged based on how you look? How did it feel? 3. How will you remind yourself not to judge others based on appearances? Activity: 1. Make heart-shaped glasses that say: "People look at the outside of a person... But the Lord looks at the heart." |
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Today is the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost.
Morning Song: "The Circle of Life" performed by The Lion King on Broadway and London Gay Men's Chorus Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 8:4-11, (12-15), 16-20, (11:14-15) Reflection Questions: 1. Do you feel welcome and included when you go to church? Do you feel like you belong? 2. Do LGBTQ people you know feel included when they go to church or think about religion? |
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Morning Song:
"My Lighthouse" sung by Rend Collective Bible Reading: Acts 2:1-21 Reflection Questions: 1. When have you seen or felt the Holy Spirit working among you? 2. Are there other images, songs, or moments that remind you of the Holy Spirit? 3. How will you celebrate Pentecost? Reach out to a St. Bart’s friend this week. Activities: 1. Participate in our St. Bart’s Spring Service Project: assemble kits for Maine Needs! Drop them off at St. Bart’s by Friday, May 28th. 2. Make a Pentecost pinwheel. Instructions and examples here and here. |
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Morning Song:
"Peace Like a River" sung by Elizabeth Mitchell Bible Reading: Acts 1:1-11 Reflection Questions: 1. Has someone you loved ever moved away from you? How did it feel? Were you ready to do things on your own? 2. In what ways have you shared love with others lately? 3. How has praying changed your relationship with God? Activities: 1. Participate in our St. Bart’s Spring Service Project: assemble kits for Maine Needs! Flyer with more info here. Drop them off at St. Bart’s by Friday, May 28th. 2. Try meditating as a form of prayer. Thanks to ministry-to-children.com and Kristin Schmidt for providing the content for today’s message! |
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Morning Song:
"Every Move I Make" performed by CJ & Friends with motions and lyrics by Hillsong Kids Bible Reading: John 15:9-17 Reflection Questions: 1. What does LOVE mean to you? 2. Have you shown others and yourself love lately? 3. What does Jesus’ love mean to you? Who IS Jesus, and why does his love matter? Activities: 1. Participate in our St. Bart's Spring Service Project: assemble kits for Maine Needs! Flyer with more info here. Drop them off at St. Bart's by Friday, May 28th. 2. Make prayer beads. Directions here. How to pray with them here. |
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Morning Song:
"What a Wonderful World" by various Children's Choirs and arranged by Playing For Change Bible Reading: Acts 8:26-40 Reflection Questions: 1. In what other ways can we share God's love? 2. How would you tell someone about Jesus? 3. How can you change your behavior a little bit to make learning easier? Activities: 1. Participate in our St. Bart's Spring Service Project: assemble kits for Maine Needs! Flyer with more info here. Drop them off at St. Bart's by Friday, May 28th. 2. Try using the 5-Finger Prayer Practice:
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Morning Song:
"With Every Act of Love" by Jason Gray Bible Reading: Acts 4:5-12 Reflection Questions: 1. Have you ever had to explain your actions to someone in power? Did you feel like you had done the right thing even though you got in trouble? 2. What would it look like for you to stand up for something you believe in? 3. What act of kindness will you do this week to serve others? Activities: 1. Participate in our St. Bart’s Spring Service Project: assemble kits for Maine Needs! Flyer with more info here. Drop them off at St. Bart’s by Friday, May 28th. 2. Pray in color. Use the template and guide. |
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Morning Song:
"How Deep the Father's Love For Us" performed by The Foster Triplets Bible Reading: John 20:19-31 Reflection Questions: 1. Have you ever doubted whether to believe something, like Thomas? 2. Do you doubt the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection? What if you let go of your doubt and let God help you out? 3. What else can you let God help you carry? Let go and let God. Optional Activity: Make a God jar to let God know what concerns you need help carrying. |
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Morning Song:
“Christ the Lord is Risen Today (He is Not Dead)” performed by NCC Worship Bible Reading: Mark 16:1-8 The piano music used in today’s video comes from Relax Music Meditation (Soft Piano Music for Relaxation), which produces music that is not copyrighted. |
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Morning Song:
"Hosanna Rock" by Yancy Music Bible Reading: John 12:12-16 Reflection Questions: 1. On Good Friday, give to a local cause or charity, or do one or more acts of kindness. 2. Do you think Easter eggs, bunnies, flowers, or candy relate to the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection? Optional Activity: Make a palm cross! Video tutorial can be found here. |
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Morning Song:
"How Great Thou Art" sung by Home Free Bible Reading: John 12:20-33 Reflection Questions: 1. What else in the world comes from a seed? Consider the beginnings of what you see around you. 2. What would you think of Jesus’ grain story? Would it be easy to accept that Jesus must die? 3. Can you make your small Lenten sacrifice every day this week? Optional Activity: Color the Stations of the Cross coloring pages. Email Pal to get copies: [email protected]. |
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Morning Song:
"Lord, I Lift Your Name on High" sung by Various Artists and choreographed by COS Treehouse Bible Reading: John 2:13-22 Reflection Questions: 1. Where and what is sacred or holy in your life? 2. Are you sacred? Is your body a temple? Do you treat yourself with respect? 3. What do you do to show yourself and others respect and kindness? Optional Activity: A dance challenge! Learn the choreography to “Lord, I Lift Your Name on High” and send me your video! REMINDER: there will be no Children's Homily next week. Please tune into the March 14 service created by youth around the Maine Diocese. |
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Today is the 2nd Sunday in Lent.
Morning Song: “In Christ Alone” sung by Lauren Daigle Bible Reading: Mark 8:31-38 Reflection Questions: 1. What will you trade in to follow Jesus? What cross do you need to bear? 2. What does following Jesus mean to you? 3. Will you embark on the way of love? The way of Jesus? |
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Morning Song:
"He's Got the Whole World in His Hands" performed by 150 International Salvation Army Songsters Bible Reading: Mark 1:9-15 Reflection Questions: 1. Have you been paying attention to God? If not, what can you do to pay better attention? 2. When have you been tempted to do something you probably shouldn’t? Did someone or something help you think twice about your decision? What can help you make a better choice when you are tempted? Optional Activities: 1. Think of a bad habit to give up during Lent. Keep track of how many days you can go without doing it. 2. Bury your Alleluias! 3. Create your own homily artwork Thanks to rfour.org and Nathaniel Vissia for providing the content for today’s message! |
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Today is the 6th and final Sunday after The Epiphany. It is also Transfiguration Sunday.
Morning Song: “Be Thou My Vision” sung by many people from churches all over Ireland Bible Reading: Mark 9:2-9 Reflection Questions: 1. Where do you need proof of something in your life? If you don’t get proof, will you believe anyway 2. Have there been moments when Jesus has revealed himself to you – transfiguration moments? 3. How can you tell someone loves you? How do the people you love know you love them? |
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Morning Song:
"Sanctuary" performed by The Daywind Studio Musicians Bible Reading: Mark 1:29-39 Reflection Questions: 1. What kind of healing might you pray for this week? 2. Do you need a break? Find a moment in your week to pause and listen for God. 3. What activity could you do this week to help you hit “refresh”? Optional Activities: 1. Make a care package for someone or donate items to St. Elizabeth’s 2. Create a pipe cleaner stethoscope 3. Create your own homily artwork |
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Morning Song:
"Better is One Day" performed by The Northernaires Gospel Choir Bible Reading: Mark 1:21-28 Reflection Questions: 1. What are your impressions of church? 2. What do you think of Jesus’ authority, or power? Has it impacted or changed you? 3. Are there places or people with whom you feel you have to hide your messes? Optional Activities: 1. Create a small miracle in your kitchen 2. Make an “It’s Ok Not To Be Ok” poster 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone |
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Morning Song:
"Go Tell It On the Mountain" performed by Ntokozo Mbamba Bible Reading: Jonah 3:1-5, 10 Reflection Questions: 1. Will you let God lead you? Can you put your trust in God when you are scared? 2. Have you ever been the first at something, or do you have a goal to become the first? How do you feel? 3. Think about a mistake you’ve made. Can you repent, and ask God for forgiveness? Optional Activities: 1. Complete a maze. Click here for an easier maze, and click here for a harder maze 2. Make an origami paper boat. Click here for a quick video showing you how to make one. Make a clothespin whale and paper Jonah to go with your boat, if you want! The template can be found here 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone |
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Morning Song:
"Here I Am, Lord" performed by The GYC Youth Choir Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 3:1-20 Reflection Questions: 1. Have you ever felt like God was calling out to you? What was the message? What would God say to you now? 2. When you pray, do you pause and listen first? 3. What can you learn from someone just by watching and listening? Optional Activities: 1. Figure out how you listen to God best. 2. Create a “God Phone.” Click here to access the template. 3. Complete the “Crack the Code” puzzle with your God Phone. 4. Reflect on the homily through art. 5. Write down your questions and ask someone. |
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Morning Song:
"We Three Kings" performed by our very own St. Bart's virtual choir. The song is embedded in the homily video. Bible Reading: Mark 1:4-11 Reflection Questions: 1. What does baptism mean to you? Reflect on your baptismal experience. 2. Do you have a New Year’s Resolution? How can God help you achieve it? 3. Write down the sentence, “I am loved,” as many times as you want. Do you believe it? Optional Activities: 1. Create an oil and water painting. Click here for a helpful website for this activity! 2. Interview someone about their adult baptism 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone Permission to podcast/stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License #A-730958. All rights reserved. Hymn permission used by Rite Song a one-time use reprint license for congregational use. All sources for the depictions of wisemen are cited within the video. |
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Morning Song:
"We Three Kings" performed by The Piano Guys Bible Reading: Matthew 2:1-12 Reflection Questions: 1. Where are the stars in your life? Will you follow them? Where is God leading you? If there are people in your life who are star-like, thank them for their love and guidance. 2. What gift would you give the baby Jesus if you were one of the Magi? 3. What gift will you give him this year? What is one thing you commit to doing to honor Jesus in the year ahead? Optional Activities: 1. Move your kings to the nativity set in your home on the Epiphany, January 6th 2. Share your birthday gift for Jesus with your family 3. Create 3D paper kirigami stars. Use this video to help you. Or, here is template to color your own star and attach it to a straw or dowel. 4. Reflect on the homily through art 5. Write down your questions and ask someone |
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Click here for the Christmas Pageant program of service.
Permission to podcast/stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License #A-730958. All rights reserved. Hymn permission used by Rite Song a one-time use reprint license for congregational use. |
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Morning Song:
"O Come, O Come Emmanuel / God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" performed by Bonnie Rideout, Maggie Sansone, and Al Petteway Bible Reading: Luke 1:26-38 Reflection Questions: 1. Do you believe you can do hard things if you are willing to trust God? What happens if you say “Yes” to God? 2. How can you share Jesus’ love with others? What does love look like? 3. Who is on your list of people who love you no matter what? Optional Activities: 1. Watch the St. Bart’s Christmas Eve Pageant on Thursday, December 24th at 4pm 2. Bake Christmas cookies 3. Write a letter to Jesus, describing the birthday gift you are giving him this year. Template: here! 4. Reflect on the homily through art 5. Write down your questions and ask someone There will be no homily next week, December 27th! We will return on January 3rd. Don’t miss our pageant that will be posted this Thursday on Christmas Eve! |
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Morning Song:
"Ding! Dong! Merrily on High" sung by The King's College Choir Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 Reflection Questions: 1. What brings you joy and happiness? 2. What can you share with Jesus or another person this week? How will you pray? 3. Do you think you can be joyful without feeling grateful? What are you thankful for? Optional Activities: 1. Take part in a Christmas tradition 2. Create a “Joy Wall” 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone |
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Morning Song:
"Dona Nobis Pacem" sung by The Maine Diocesan Virtual Choir Bible Reading: Mark 1:1-8 Reflection Questions: 1. How can you spread the news of Jesus? What does peace look like? 2. Have you ever doubted what someone told you because of how they looked? Would you believe John? 3. How are you preparing for Jesus’ coming? Optional Activities: 1. Set up the nativity 2. Create a stable ornament 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone |
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Morning Song:
"Prepare the Way" from the Taize tradition Bible Reading: Mark 13:24-37 Reflection Questions: 1. What brings you hope? Where do you see hope? 2. What will you do to prepare for Christmas? 3. How are you? Check in with yourself. Optional Activities: 1. Form an Advent Wreath 2. Create a paper hope chain. Strips to print and cut out: here! 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone |
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Morning Song:
"The Hallelujah Chorus" from The Messiah by Handel, performed by The King's College Choir Bible Reading: Matthew 25:31-46 Reflection Questions: 1. What does following Jesus mean to you? 2. How will you serve others this week? 3. What are you thankful for and how do you express your gratitude? Optional Activities: 1. Say a grace (see below) or come up with one of your own 2. Create a serving tray 3. Make No-Bake Sheep Grahams 4. Reflect on the homily through art 5. Write down your questions and ask someone Us Grace: We thank you, Lord, for the food before us, the shelter around us, the family beside us, and the love between us. Amen. The Johnny Appleseed Grace: Oooo…the Lord is good to me, and so I thank the Lord, for giving me the things I need: the sun and the rain and the appleseed. The Lord is good to me. *clap clap* Amen. *clap clap* Amen, amen, amen. Aaaa-men. |
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Morning Song:
"Like a Child" by Jars of Clay Bible Reading: Matthew 25:14-30 Reflection Questions: 1. What are your talents? 2. How can YOUR talents serve God and make the world a better place? 3. What are you thankful for? Optional Activities: 1. Say a grace (see below) or come up with one of your own 2. Create a deck of talent cards – Watch this video first: People Are Awesome: Kids Edition! 3. Make talent placecards 4. Reflect on the homily through art 5. Write down your questions and ask someone Food and Prayer Grace: Thank you, God, for food and prayer. Teach us how to love and share. Amen. The Superman Grace: Thank you, Lord, for giving us food. Thank you, Lord, for giving us food. For our daily bread, so our mouths are fed. Thank you, Lord, for giving us food. Amen, amen! |
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Morning Song:
"Siyahamba (We are Marching in the Light of God)" - version 1 "We are Marching in the Light of God" performed by the Maine Diocesan Choir - version 2 Bible Reading: Matthew 25:1-13 Reflection Questions: 1. How will you let God’s light shine? 2. What other things can you do to prepare for Jesus’ return? 3. What are you thankful for? Optional Activities: 1. Say a grace (see below) or come up with one of your own 2. Create a vessel of light 3. Make a “Waiting for Jesus” clock 4. Reflect on the homily through art 5. Write down your questions and ask someone God is Great Grace: God is great. God is good. Let us thank Him for our food. By His hands, must all be fed. So, give us, Lord, our daily bread. Amen. The Addams Family Grace: Da-da-da-da *snap snap* Da-da-da-da *snap snap* Da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da *snap snap* We thank you, Lord, for giving The food we need for living. That is why we’re singing Our praises to the Lord. Da-da-da-da *snap snap* Da-da-da-da *snap snap* Da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da Da-da-da-da *snap snap* |
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Morning Song:
"Trading My Sorrows" sung by The Bates College Gospelaires Bible Reading: Matthew 22:34-46 Reflection Questions: 1. How do you love God? 2. How do you love your neighbor? 3. How do you love yourself? Optional Activities: 1. Make friendship heart rocks 2. Create a heart bookmark 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone 5. Do something with your family to spread love ***Special activity for All Saints’ Day NEXT SUNDAY on Nov 1: send Pal a list of important saints who have influenced you ([email protected]) or draw a picture of one of your saints and send a picture of your drawing to Pal. Examples: Kobe Bryant, Jackie Robinson, Mary Oliver, Maya Angelou, Martin Luther King, Jr., or John Lewis. REMINDER: there will be no Children’s Homily on Sunday, November 1st. Instead, tune in to our St. Bart’s All Saints’ Day Service with the whole parish. It will be posted at 9am on Sunday. |
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Morning Song:
"Come, Now is the Time to Worship" sung by Phillips, Craig, and Dean Bible Reading: Matthew 22:15-22 Reflection Questions: 1. What belongs to God? 2. What are your gifts that God has given you? 3. How can you give back? Optional Activities: 1. Make a God jar 2. Create a coin rubbing 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone 5. Do something with your family to give back to God ***Special activity for All Saints’ Day on Nov 1: send Pal a list of important saints who have influenced you ([email protected]) or draw a picture of one of your saints and send a picture of your drawing to Pal. Examples: Kobe Bryant, Jackie Robinson, Mary Oliver, Maya Angelou, Martin Luther King, Jr., or John Lewis. |
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Morning Song:
"This Little Light of Mine" by Sam Cooke Bible Reading: Matthew 22:1-14 Reflection Questions: 1. How do you respond to the invitation to God’s kingdom? 2. What will you do every day or every week to prepare? 3. How can you share with and invite others to join the party? Optional Activities: 1. Make celebration streamers 2. Create an invitation 3. Reflect on the homily through art 4. Write down your questions and ask someone 5. Do something with your family to prepare for God’s kingdom |
