Season of the Church Year: Common Time/ “Great
Green Growing” Season (green)
Story in Scripture: Psalm
5: 7
This
Sunday’s lesson centered around the experience of being in a Sanctuary.
Children discussed the importance of entering reverently and peacefully into
the classroom (sometimes called the Worship Space). Their teacher helped them
to visualize and give words to the various expectations we have for their
behavior in the classroom. The primary directives that they will return to
throughout this conversation are that, in the Sanctuary, we (1) Walk
peacefully, (2) Talk softly, (3) Move slowly (there’s no reason to hurry!), and
(4) Give our friends time and space to be with God. Their teacher will also
discuss with them the use of reminders, should they need them. The overall
purpose of this lesson is to prepare the children to engage in worship
corporately and independently on Sundays. Teachers will revisit these concepts
frequently throughout the year.
Guiding Questions for Discussion:
Now I wonder how we can show God
that we are ready to worship?
I wonder how God knows that we
are listening to him?
Many people choose to worship God
through story-telling, singing, making art work, and reading. What are your
favorite ways to worship God? Why?
Prayer:
“Father, help me to enter into a time of worship with you
peacefully. I want to spend time with you, but it’s hard to slow down when
things are so busy. Please meet me every day to share our love together and to
teach me about your story. Amen.”
