Session 16: Resiliency (Hard Hat) Part of Toolbox of Faith In This Section Introduction From Toolbox of Faith Miriam, the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took a timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and dancing. — Hebrew... Session-at-a-Glance From Toolbox of Faith ACTIVITY MINUTES Welcoming and Entering Opening 15 Activity 1: Bible Word Search 10 Activity 2: Story — Miriam: Sister, Prophet, Dancer 10 Activity 3:... Spiritual Preparation From Toolbox of Faith Take a moment and let your body and mind settle. If you are comfortable doing so, spend a few moments in peaceful meditation. In preparation for this... Welcoming and Entering From Toolbox of Faith Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape A variety of Bibles that include the first five books of Hebrew scripture: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticu... Opening From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice and candle or LED/battery-operated candle Lighter and extinguisher, if needed Newsprint, marker... Activity 1: Bible Word Search From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A variety of Bibles that include the first five books of Hebrew scripture: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus,... Activity 2: Story - Miriam: Sister, Prophet, Dancer From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story, "Miriam: Sister, Prophet, Dancer" Preparation for Activity Read the story. If you... Activity 3: Making Tambourines From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity For Paper Plate and Jingle Bells Tambourines: A stiff paper or plastic plate for each participant, jing... Activity 4: Jewish Celebration In Song And Dance From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Jewish dance music and appropriate media player A copy of Leader Resource 2, "Hava Nagila" and the Hora... Activity 5: Council Circle From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 10 minutes Preparation for Activity Choose closing song(s), chant(s), or reading(s) from options provided under "Description of Activity"... Leader Reflection and Planning From Toolbox of Faith Reflect on these questions and discuss them with your co-leaders: How do we feel about today's session? What parts of the session worked well?... Faith In Action: Ideas From Toolbox of Faith Description of Activity Resiliency around Us In local, national, or international events or history, find specific examples of an individual or a commun... Alternate Activity 1: Red Sea Name Game From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity A variety of Bibles that include the first five books of Hebrew scripture: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus,... Alternate Activity 2: Watch "The Prince Of Egypt" From Toolbox of Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity DVD or video of the 1998 DreamWorks animated film, The Prince of Egypt, and a media player and monitor... Taking It Home From Toolbox of Faith Miriam, the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took a timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and dancing. — Hebrew... Miriam Sister, Prophet, Dancer From Toolbox of Faith This story is based on references to Miriam in Hebrew scripture. Read or tell the story.... Handout 1: Miriam Word Search Puzzle From Toolbox of Faith Circle the words that are related to the biblical prophet, Miriam. Words may run up, down, sideways or diagonally. Leader Resource 1: Finding Miriam In Hebrew Scripture From Toolbox of Faith List the book, chapter, and verse for these bible references to Miriam on newsprint and post.... Leader Resource 2: Hava Nagila and the Hora From Toolbox of Faith The song "Hava Nagila" and the simple dance called the hora are common at traditional Jewish weddings, bar and bat mitzvah celebrations, and other festi... Find Out More From Toolbox of Faith "Hava Nagila" and the Hora The song, "Hava Nagila," and the dance, the hora, are common at Jewish wedding receptions and other celebrations.... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Toolbox of Faith NEXT: Introduction Download all of Toolbox of Faith (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.