This interactive reading was adapted from the book, The Ox and the Donkey by Gunter Spang. After welcoming everyone, I led the kids in making their ox… Read more “Interactive Christmas Service”
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Interactive Reading of Luke 2
This interactive reading was adapted from another source. Introduce the characters and practice each part. Give instructions that they will perform their parts after their words are read… Read more “Interactive Reading of Luke 2”
Mary Advent “Wreath”
For the Advent season, we did a worship series focusing on Mary. Using the Song of Mary (Luke 1:46-55), we looked at the different roles Mary had… Read more “Mary Advent “Wreath””
The Faces of Christmas
While we are still not worshiping in person, we have opened the sanctuary for people to walk through and reflect on the story of Christ’s birth through… Read more “The Faces of Christmas”
Advent Candle Lighting
Here are two alternatives to lighting candles during advent that are interactive. Option One: Materials: Mirrors to cover the table, tea light candles, 5 pillar candles, long… Read more “Advent Candle Lighting”
Interactive Prayer Stations for Advent V
The first Sunday of Advent, my church has interactive prayer stations, an opportunity to engage, reflect, and meditate on this period of expectation, waiting, and preparation for… Read more “Interactive Prayer Stations for Advent V”
Nativity Story of the Drummer Boy
Instead of a typical Christmas sermon, I wanted to do something that wove in storytelling and singing. Rather than using scripture to tell the story of Mary… Read more “Nativity Story of the Drummer Boy”
Interactive Nativity Story
I am always looking for different ways to tell the Nativity story in an interactive and engaging way. This year, I came across this version of reading “The… Read more “Interactive Nativity Story”
Interactive Prayer Stations for Lent III
4 Since Joseph belonged to David’s house and family line, he went up from the city of Nazareth in Galilee to David’s city, called Bethlehem, in Judea. 5 He went… Read more “Interactive Prayer Stations for Lent III”
Advent: What Are We Waiting For?
I love Advent. It is my favorite season. My favorite part of the season is not the actual Christmas day, but the whole leading up to part… Read more “Advent: What Are We Waiting For?”