Session 9: The Power to Shine

In This Section

• Introduction

  It is not light that we need, but fire; it is not the gentle shower, but thunder. We need the storm, the whirlwind, and the earthquake. —...
• Session-at-a-Glance

  Activity Minutes Opening 5 Activity 1: Story — A Sea of Pink 10 Activity 2: Adding Fire Symbols to the Circle of the Elements Mural 12...
• Spiritual Preparation

  Find a place where you can be quiet with your thoughts. Close your eyes and breathe deeply for several minutes, perhaps repeating a word or...
• Opening

  Materials for Activity Chalice or LED/battery-operated candle Cloth for altar or centering space Opening Words for Basket (Session 1,...
• A Sea of Pink

  By Elisa Davy Pearmain

  Scott was nervous on his first day of junior high school. Junior high started with the fifth grade in his town. He was going to be among...
• Activity 1: Story - A Sea of Pink

  Materials for Activity Story, " A Sea of Pink " Preparation for Activity Read the story and prepare to share it with the group. Read the...
• Activity 2: Adding Fire Symbols to the Circle of the Elements

  Materials for Activity Circle of Elements Mural Instructions (Session 1, Leader Resource 3) Paper, poster board, or fabric Paper or fabric...
• Activity 3: Shining for Justice - Role Play

  Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, Bullying Scenarios Preparation for Activity Print three copies of Leader Resource 1, Bullying...
• Activity 4: Anti-Bullying Book Covers

  Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Brown paper shopping bags, scissors, and pencils and markers Preparation for Activity...
• Closing

  Materials for Activity Circle of Elements mural from Session 1 Leader Resource 2, " Shine" Circle , and tape Circle of Elements Mural...
• Leader Reflection and Planning

  Reflect on and discuss with your co-leader(s): How did the timing go today? What might we do to make it work better? What worked well? What...
• Faith In Action: Exploring Ways to Exercise Fire Power

  Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Stickers or adhesive dots Preparation for Activity Research groups in your area that do...
• Alternate Activity 1: Sharing Joys and Sorrows

  Materials for Activity Attractive bowl Smooth stones, at least one for each participant Preparation for Activity Fill the bowl half-way...
• Alternate Activity 2: Making an Anti-Bullying Video

  Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Writing paper and pens/pencils Video recording and editing equipment Preparation for...
• Taking It Home

  It is not light that we need, but fire; it is not the gentle shower, but thunder. We need the storm, the whirlwind, and the earthquake. —...
• Leader Resource 1: Bullying Scenarios

  Scenario 1 RICK: What do you think of that new kid in class? GREG: He seems kind of weird. JOSH: Yeah, I mean, what kind of a name is...
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  Leader Resource 2: Shine Circle

  Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing
• Find Out More

  Read the real-life story on which "A Sea of Pink" is based on the Religious Tolerance website. Websites with tips for children, youth, and...