Workshop 2: Gather in Sympathy Part of Gather the Spirit In This Section Introduction From Gather the Spirit Anyone who can solve the problem of water will be worthy of two Nobel prizes—one for peace and one for science. — John F. Kennedy The Earth is our... Workshop-at-a-Glance From Gather the Spirit Activity Minutes Opening 5 Activity 1: Experiential Water Meditation 15 Activity 2: Story — The Teachings of the Rain God 10 Activity 3: River Scene —... Spiritual Preparation From Gather the Spirit Experience the community and commitment of your own congregation. At a busy time on a Sunday or other day, drift away from the group and observe it. Opening From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Clear bowl to serve as a chalice Cup of water A small, hardy plant (such as a spider plant or shamrock... Activity 1: Experiential Water Meditation From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Two pitchers, filled with water Small cups (recyclable, if possible) for all participants plus some ext... Activity 2: Story - The Teachings of the Rain God From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The Teachings of the Rain God" Preparation for Activity Familiarize yourself with ... Activity 3: River Scene - Downriver Critters From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity River Scene mural (Workshop 1, Activity 2) Drawing supplies such as oil pastels; color markers; paints,... Closing From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Taking It Home handout Clear bowl to serve as a chalice A small, hardy plant (such as a spider plant or... Leader Reflection and Planning From Gather the Spirit Meet with your co-leaders after the workshop to reflect on it. How was your mix of discussion and action? In the midst of the busy-ness, did you... Faith In Action: Water Steward's Pledge From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Handout 1, Sad Statistics Handout 2, Water Steward's Pledge Pens/pencils... Alternate Activity 1: Acting out the Story From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The Teachings of the Rain God" Paper lunch bags or card stock, color markers and... Alternate Activity 2: The Costs of Water Fun From Gather the Spirit Activity time: 10 minutes Preparation for Activity Find out about water theme parks in your area; use the Theme Park City website. If possible, find out... Taking It Home From Gather the Spirit Anyone who can solve the problem of water will be worthy of two Nobel prizes—one for peace and one for science. — John F. Kennedy IN TODAY'S... The Teachings of the Rain God From Gather the Spirit Adapted from a version on the 2003 International Year of FreshWater website. One day a long time ago, the elephant acted like a bully. He challenged the... Handout 1: Sad Statistics From Gather the Spirit Seventy percent of the Earth's surface is covered with water. But only 2.5% of that is fresh water. Only 1% of the world's freshwater is available for use. Handout 2: Water Stewards Pledge From Gather the Spirit I promise to be a good steward to the Earth's water resources. I will conserve water whenever I can. I will not waste water when I can help it.... Find Out More From Gather the Spirit More Sad Statistics See a summary of the report. The Pacific Institute produces an annual report on the world's water. PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Gather the Spirit NEXT: Introduction Download all of Gather the Spirit (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.