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”
Tag: Intergenerational
Complex Characters in the Bible
This worship series covers complicated characters in the Bible such as Jacob, David, Solomon, Esther, and Paul. I created a macrame banner because I wanted to do… Read more “Complex Characters in the Bible”
Palm Sunday – Tale of Three Trees
For this Palm Sunday, I brought back a pageant that we did several years ago, an adapted version of The Tale of Three Trees. Having just finished… Read more “Palm Sunday – Tale of Three Trees”
Into the Woods: A Journey into Lent
This is a 5-part series intersecting care for the environment with the season of Lent. While there aren’t in-depth worship ideas in this particular post, I did… Read more “Into the Woods: A Journey into Lent”
Let’s Eat: The Food of Our Faith
This is a 8-part series on food stories in the bible and how that informs our faith. On the chancel, we stacked food boxes collected from our… Read more “Let’s Eat: The Food of Our Faith”
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”
Sabbath Ritual
This is a simple and easy ritual to do. I used it for a worship theme on Sabbath. I invited people to reflect on things they wanted… Read more “Sabbath Ritual”
Story Chalkboards
At the 1-year mark of sheltering in place due to COVID-19, St. John’s opened up the sanctuary inviting participants to share their story over the past year.… Read more “Story Chalkboards”
Reflection on One’s Gifts & Talents
Here is a simple reflection on one’s gifts and talents that they have to offer and share. A large loom was set up in the sanctuary. Also… Read more “Reflection on One’s Gifts & Talents”
Interactive Prayer Stations on Pentecost (Romans 8)
These prayer stations focus on Pentecost using Romans 8. These stations focus on symbols of Pentecost. Interactive Prayer Station #1: Flame Materials: Large Candle, Markers, Wax Strips… Read more “Interactive Prayer Stations on Pentecost (Romans 8)”
Still Waters 