Directions
Choose one activity out of each section below. When you complete your chosen activity in a section, place a sticker on your sticker chart.
Need a break from screen time? Print the lesson as a pdf here, then grab paper, a pen, and crayons and head outside.
Having fun and don't want to stop? Do more than one activity in your favorite section(s)!
Story Time
Option 1:
Read the story of the angel visiting Mary out of your own Bible. Any version of the Bible will do! The story is in Luke 1:26-38.
Option 2:
Read the story of the angel visit online at this link. (NRSV)
Option 3:
Watch this video of the angel visits.
Reflection Section
Choose a set of questions for deeper reflection on the angel visits.
Questions for Grown-Ups:
- The first thing that the angel says to Mary is that she is highly favored. She is troubled by this. How do you react when people say good things about you? What types of things do people compliment you on or thank you for? Could those be a clue to God's calling for your life?
- Mary is headed into a time of great disruption, so the angel says "do not be afraid." We're all in a time of great disruption. Where are you hearing messages of "do not be afraid?" Who needs to hear that from you?
- When God asks you to do big things, how might you step into it despite your fear?
Questions for Young Disciples:
Did you know that you are favored by God? Actually you are even more than favored; you are beloved and made in God's image. Wow. That's a lot to take in. How do you know that this is true? How does God show his favor for you through other people? The angel Gabriel also says to Mary "do not be afraid" because God wants us to trust in God and know that God is always with us. Sometimes it's hard to not be afraid especially if what you are going through is new or scary. How can you put your trust in God? Who can help you?
Questions for Younger Disciples:
God sent the angel Gabriel to ask Mary to do a big job! When have you been asked to do something big? What kind of big things have you been asked to do? Maybe you have to go to school by yourself or learn how to care for a pet. Often we find things scary just because we haven't tried to do them before. We can put our trust in God and know that God is with us.
Imagination Station
Option 1:
Download and complete this week's Angel Craft.
Option 2:
Download and color the Angel Coloring Page.
Option 3:
Take digital photos of something that calms your fear and reminds you that God is present. Save them to an album on your phone or create a Pinterest board.
Outdoor Adventure
Option 1:
Take a quiet walk and think about times you were afraid and how you got the strength to move forward.
Option 2:
Continue your digital photo hunt to find signs of God's comfort and presence.
Activity for Families:
Act out the Bible Story with the people in your own backyard.
Mission Moment
Option 1:
Think of someone who you admire. Write them a text, email or letter and let them know what gifts you see in them.
Option 2:
Consider what organizations or churches have been helpful while you shelter in place. Make a donation to help them continue to serve others.
Activity for Families:
Sometimes it is easier to tell another person what they are good at then it is to recognize it in ourselves. Take turns telling each other what they are good at!
Worship with Us!
All done? Hooray! Complete your sticker chart, and then go to the private Facebook group and share a photo or insight from this lesson. Check your e-mail for the link to our private Facebook group!
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