Good morning, Friends!
The liturgy this morning is all about joy and gratitude, and we have a special video exploring those, too. Best of all, we had a bunch of special guests join us, which only increased our joy!
After you watch the video, you and your family members can use the following discussion prompts and activities to apply the lesson.
Talk It Out
Recap: What is the connection between joy and gratitude?
Check In With Yourself: How much joy have you been experiencing lately?
Wonder: What are you wondering right now as you think about joy even when we are facing hard circumstances?
Apply It
Rock out to this song which is all about choosing joy. It's one of Cynthia's and Mary's favorite songs! (Dancing is totally allowed.)
Post a list where everyone can write or draw the things that bring them joy and a sense of deep gratitude. Consider adding to it at the same time each day or also using a journal to write a bit more about what you are grateful for. We promise this is not just a silly practice; it's a powerful one that God calls us to do!
Share some joy with those who don't have a home right now by making a card and dropping it off at FBCP! In the coming weeks, The Giving Spirit is committed to serving 10,000 homeless lives by building and delivering new Health and Safety Kits to help protect 10,000 of our most vulnerable neighbors during this dangerous time. And just as with their traditional Survival Kits, each Health and Safety Kit will include a homemade “Friendship Card” – it’s often the first item that the recipients pull from the bag because it tells them just how much we care and gives them hope that they are not forgotten! This is where you come in. We would love your compassion and creativity to help create these cards and make sure they get to those in need. It’s totally safe and easier than you might think. Here's a video and here are some written instructions.
We are praying for you! Please remember to email/call/text with any prayer requests you have.
Much love,
Pastors Lindsay and Mary