Session 7: We Share Part of Signs of Our Faith In This Section Introduction From Signs of Our Faith We are here that we might have life and have it more abundantly, so that we might share it with others. Come, let us join together as a generous people. Session-at-a-Glance From Signs of Our Faith Activity Minutes Opening 2 Activity 1: Mine! 15 Activity 2: The Ritual of Communion 15 Activity 3: Story — Jesus Feeds the Multitude 15 Activity 4:... Spiritual Preparation From Signs of Our Faith Generation after generation, adults make commitments to help shape the characters of young people. What a gift to the world!... Opening From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 2 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle and lighter or LED battery-operated candle Centering table A chime or bell Newsprint,... Activity 1: Mine! From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Optional: Simple items such as a toy, a book, or a blanket for role play Description of Activity Childr... Activity 2: The Ritual of Communion From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape A copy of Singing the Living Tradition, the Unitarian Universalist hymnboo... Activity 3: Story - Jesus Feeds the Multitude From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Copy of the story, "Jesus Feeds the Multitude" Copy of the story, "Jesus and the Loaves and Fishes - A ... Activity 4: Saying Grace From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Snack food, plates, and napkins Preparation for Activity Write on newsprin... Closing From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 3 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED battery-operated candle Taking It Home Newsprint, markers, and tape ... Leader Reflection and Planning From Signs of Our Faith What went well in this session? What have you learned that can help you plan and lead next time?... Faith In Action: Sharing Fun Times From Signs of Our Faith Preparation for Activity Consult with congregational leaders to schedule a Game Day and share logistics planning. Description of Activity Children share... Alternate Activity 1: Leadership in Action - Helping with a Communion From Signs of Our Faith Preparation for Activity Consult the congregational calendar for planned communion services. Ask worship planners and the religious educator if the... Alternate Activity 2: Leadership in Action - Planting Flowers for Flower Ceremony From Signs of Our Faith Materials for Activity Assorted flower seeds Soil pellets and small pots, seed starter trays, or small pots and bags of soil Congregational directory... Alternate Activity 3: Shared Space From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Art materials Preparation for Activity Find out what other groups share the meeting space and how to... Alternate Activity 4: Communion Display From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 30 minutes Preparation for Activity Locate a congregational bulletin board or another place to post a display. Seek permission from... Alternate Activity 5: Clothing to Share From Signs of Our Faith Preparation for Activity Consult with the congregation's Social Action committee and congregational leaders to select an organization to work with and t... Taking It Home: We Share From Signs of Our Faith We are here that we might have life and have it more abundantly, so that we might share it with others. Come, let us join together as a generous people. Jesus Feeds the Multitude From Signs of Our Faith Mark 6: 34-44 from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible. As he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them, because they... Jesus and the Loaves and Fishes: A UU Telling Sophia Lyon Fahs From Signs of Our Faith Jesus had not been speaking long—at least so it had seemed with all who were there, yet the day was now almost wholly spent. As the afternoon shadows... Find Out More From Signs of Our Faith Jesus and the Loaves and Fishes The popularity of this story is evident by the number of organizations named Loaves and Fishes, including a food pantry ... PREVIOUS: Find out More About Signs of Caring UP: Signs of Our Faith NEXT: Introduction Download all of Signs of Our Faith (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.