Workshop 1: David and Goliath Part of Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures In This Section Introduction From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures I do not pretend to understand the moral universe; the arc is a long one, my eyes reaches but little ways; I cannot calculate the curve and complete the... Workshop-at-a-Glance From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity Minutes Welcoming and Entering 0 Opening 10 Activity 1: David and Goliath 15 Activity 2: Retelling the Story 15 Activity 3: What Gives Us Courage? Spiritual Preparation From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures As you prepare to facilitate this workshop, ask yourself the key questions: Who or what am I afraid of? What is courage? What helps me be brave?... Welcoming and Entering From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Materials for Activity Name tags, durable or single use Bold markers Sign-in sheet and pen/pencil Small table Optional: Refreshments Preparation for... Opening From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle and lighter, or LED battery-operated candle Stand or table space for the chalice... Activity 1: David and Goliath From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story, "David and Goliath" Leader Resource 1, David and Goliath Background Information... Activity 2: Retelling the Story From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "David and Goliath" Five small stones Bandana or scarf to serve as slingshot Optional: Simple... Activity 3: What Gives Us Courage? From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 10 minutes Description of Activity Ask: "What gave David courage? Why was he able to be brave, meeting Goliath with no armor and only a... Activity 4: Explaining Small Group Options From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity List the small group activities and their location... Activity 5: Discussion - Option 1 From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Write these questions on newsprint and post: Why ... Activity 6: Confronting Bullies Dramatization - Option 2 From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Simple costumes Preparation for Activity Set out simple costumes.... Activity 7: Five Smooth Stones Art - Option 3 From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Small flat stones, such as those found in a craft store, at least five for each participant Acrylic... Closing From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 2, Creating the Closing Worship Taking It Home handout Chalice, candle and lighter, or ... Leader Reflection and Planning From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Take a few minutes to talk with your co-facilitator about how the workshop went, using these questions as a guide: What went well? What surprised us as... Alternate Activity 1: Pretending to be David From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Slingshot-making supplies for each participant: Y-shaped sticks, about six inches long. Collect them... Taking It Home From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures I do not pretend to understand the moral universe; the arc is a long one, my eyes reaches but little ways; I cannot calculate the curve and complete the... David and Goliath From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures 1 Samuel 17 (New Revised Standard Version) Now the Philistines gathered their armies for battle...... Faith In Action From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Preparation for Activity Invite someone from your congregation who has taken a courageous stance on behalf of justice to come and tell their story. When... Leader Resource 1: David and Goliath Background Information From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures David and the Goliath is one of the most well-known and beloved stories of the Hebrew scripture.... Leader Resource 2: Creating the Closing Worship From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures The closing worship circle brings the group back together to enrich each other's understanding of the story and of their own life experience.... Find Out More From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures Twentieth Century Unitarian theologian James Luther Adams describes the five smooth stones of liberalism, a metaphor drawn from the David and Goliath... PREVIOUS: Principles and Sources UP: Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures NEXT: Introduction Download all of Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.