There is a teachers version of this Body of Believers sheet with this explanation of how to use the ‘I wonder’ statements, as well as a student version for use in small groups or alone.
I wonder statements are part of the ‘Godly play’ method of teaching. If you’ve not used it before, don’t panic, it’s just a way of having conversation. The statements are usually presented immediately after the story, or at a quiet point. You do not have to think about all the “I wonder” statements but it’s good to use some.
Remember that silence is an appropriate response to an “I wonder” statement and to allow time for children to wonder with you before answering. If you want to use this as a worksheet then use page 2 of this document – Asking the children to answer the questions they feel they can, or discuss it quietly with a partner. …continue reading about Body of Believers (old) – 1 Corinthians 12 | Worksheet
Body of Believers (old) – 1 Corinthians 12 | Worksheet
Body of Believers (old) – 1 Corinthians 12 | Story
If you want the teacher sheet then click HERE
Today we are not looking at just one hero, but the Body of Believers and how individual heroes are part of a bigger picture.
Essential Teachers notes:
Teaching bible truths is always harder than a straightforward story. The time for reflection is more important, as children grapple with how this affects their faith. If you want to separate the time for reflection then use the worksheet.
This story is heavily inspired by an original Godly play lesson written by Tanja Rouintree for Faith Village at First Presbyterian Church, the original version can be found HERE.
For this story you will need a picture of a body and the overlay sheets of body parts. You’ll also need a bible. The story is told by making pictures on the floor, so make sure you have a flat space before you start and that all the children can see well. Encourage the children not to touch the story pieces until the story is over. Directions are in brackets, images are attached to the teachers sheet PDF. (I have made the images, the lesson symbol in the top left corner can be used to line up positions, remember to split sheet 2 across the middle).
Main Passage: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26
Please note this will not cover the spiritual gifts verses at the end of this chapter. …continue reading about Body of Believers (old) – 1 Corinthians 12 | Story
Attributes of God (Watching) | Worksheet
While this sheet, covering the idea of God watching, can be given to children to write on the resulting discussion is the important aspect. The design makes it suitable for all ages of children, though the group dynamics will determine the length of the activity.
You may find it helpful to have a copy for yourself, or a piece of note paper. Discuss each silhouette and how the people may be feeling. Jot down some of the responses and use them as prayer prompts with the children at the end of the discussion if it is appropriate. As always remind the children that there is no right answer, each opinion is valid, and discussions will not be repeated to parents or to anyone for that matter.*
The PDF can be downloaded by clicking HERE.
* According to your church child protection policy
Attributes of God (Watching) | Craft
| We really enjoyed this craft for school aged children. Taking the idea that God is with us day and night we used stamps to decorate a day / night image. The images I used for each stamp were drawn freehand, but the background image is available as a jpeg at the end of the post. |
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…continue reading about Attributes of God (Watching) | Craft
Attributes of God (Watching) | Story
If you want the teacher sheet then click HERE
Today we are looking at the ultimate hero, God. (note, if you wish to differentiate between God the father and Jesus then you may want to insert ‘part of’ into that sentence)
Essential Teachers notes:
God is always watching us, for some that is a scary thought but the comforting element is what we need to stress throughout this lesson.
Main Passage: Proverbs 15 :3
As this is a verse following a biblical theme rather than a story I’ve not used a specific bible story. The story below is a true event that happened to myself and my friend. If you have a similar story to share then do. Being real to your kids rather than reading a book helps make Christianity live in their imaginations. …continue reading about Attributes of God (Watching) | Story
