Did you miss part 1? You can find it HERE. the NAME game 1. You’ll need your printed story and something to write with! (Below is the same story from Part 1) 2. The story has been broken into sections, which are called “episodes.” Alone or with others, name each episode–give each episode a 1-3 word title that will help you remember what happened. For example, I might name episode…
Over the next few days, we will explore ways to learn to tell Luke 2 (the birth narrative) TOGETHER! Though these activities are meant to be intergenerational, some activities may require reading, in which case I will note possible alternatives for non-readers. In addition, though I provide a translation based on the NRSV and CEB, for the younger set, you may want to find a good children’s version and learn it by heart–the introduction to Luke 2 might present a particular challenge….
“Our Christmas Story: Intergenerational Story-Learning” will be released tomorrow (a day later than expected)…but that doesn’t mean I can’t give you a great idea for this Advent/Christmas with the family (or in church) TODAY…. Actually, it’s not my idea at all–it comes from a wonderful member of my congregation–and I will let Lauren tell you all about it! Becoming the Nativity Set: A Family Tradition My parents bought their first nativity set in 1972—an East German carousel-like set with a…
A Summary of What’s to Come… There is much to choose from this Advent at Faith and Wonder–check out the offerings below and to see how you, your family, or your church might engage with the stories of God this Advent and Christmas! Tales from the Jesse Tree: An Advent Podcast Series (Begins December 1st) **5 days a week of audio storytelling beginning December 1st **Features stories from the Jesse Tree–including some traditionally left off the branches (ehem…the women’s stories)…
A Preview of What’s to Come! I submit to you my first attempt at podcast storytelling–also to be released on iTunes in not too many days (hopefully). Part of Advent on Faith and Wonder will feature storytelling podcasts based on the stories of the Jesse Tree (with some adjustments). I am so excited for this new chapter. This particular story was chosen to accompany the retreat I am co-leading at Montreat not too long from now. So…without further ado… Episode…