Workshop 11: Christianity 1 Part of Building Bridges In This Section Introduction From Building Bridges For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.... Spiritual Preparation From Building Bridges Spiritual preparation for the two workshops on Christianity may be challenging, particularly for those with Christian "baggage." It is important to be a... Welcoming and Entering From Building Bridges Materials for Activity Several copies of Leader Resource1, Patron Saints Scissors Safety pins, straight pins or clips Preparation for Activity Print a c... Opening From Building Bridges Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Chalice, candle, lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Leader Resource 2,... Activity 1: Story - The Life of Jesus of Nazareth From Building Bridges Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "The Life of Jesus of Nazareth" Blank rubber or silicon wristbands, available online at... Activity 2: Jesus, the Storyteller From Building Bridges Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 3, Parables Optional: Box of costumes Preparation for Activity Cut apart the parables.... Activity 3: The Sermon on the Mount From Building Bridges Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 4, Beatitudes Handout 1, Lord's Prayer Preparation for Activity Cut the chart in Leader... Activity 4: The Good News is Spread From Building Bridges Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 5, Pentecost and Damascus Preparation for Activity Read Leader Resource 5, Pentecost an... Activity 5: Fact Sheet From Building Bridges Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 3, Christianity Fact Sheet A poster of the Principles Preparation for Activity Note that in this... Activity 6: Time Line From Building Bridges Activity time: 3 minutes Materials for Activity Religions Time Line Sticky notes and fine point markers World map or globe Preparation for Activity Hang... Closing From Building Bridges Activity time: 2 minutes Materials for Activity Poster with closing words Chalice Taking It Home handout Preparation for Activity Reproduce Taking It Home. Leader Reflection and Planning From Building Bridges How did the workshop run? Did the activities work well with your group? Was there reluctance to participate in certain types of activities?... Faith In Action: Catholic Charities From Building Bridges Materials for Activity Paper and pens A list of Catholic service agencies in your area Optional: Computer with Internet access Preparation for Activity ... Alternate Activity 1: Engagement From Building Bridges Activity time: 90 minutes Preparation for Activity Arrange with a Catholic or Orthodox Church for your group to attend a Mass.... Alternate Activity 2: The Jefferson Bible From Building Bridges Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Several copies of the Jefferson Bible, enough for everyone to look on and share-available through the... Alternate Activity 3: From Minority to Majority From Building Bridges Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 2, Brief Overview of the Crusades Description of Activity The history of the early church is... Alternate Activity 4: A Pentecost Play From Building Bridges Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 6, Acts 2 Red construction paper Optional: Costumes and props Preparation for Activity... Taking It Home: Christianity 1 From Building Bridges For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.... The Life of Jesus of Nazareth From Building Bridges Adapted from Christian scripture, New Revised Standard Version.Jesus of Nazareth, baby of a poor Jewish family, was born in a stable in Bethlehem in the... Handout 1: Lord's Prayer From Building Bridges Adapted from Christian scripture, various editions.Matthew 6:9-13 9 This, then, is how you should pray: "Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy... Handout 2: Brief Overview of the Crusades From Building Bridges The Crusades (1095-1291 CE) were a series of military campaigns by Christians primarily against the Muslims holding Jerusalem. The purpose was to regain... Handout 3: Christianity Fact Sheet From Building Bridges Founded/Created: 30 CE (crucifixion of Jesus) Adherents: 2.1 billion — 1.13 billion Catholics; 225 million Orthodox; 970 million Protestants Ranking:... Leader Resource 1: Patron Saints From Building Bridges One unique feature of Catholicism is its saints. Thousands of people have been sainted by the Catholic Church, meaning they are officially recognized as... Leader Resource 2: Christianity Background From Building Bridges (Label a sheet of newsprint "Christian Beliefs.") Ask participants what Christians believe. List their responses on newsprint. Remind participants if... Leader Resource 3: Parables From Building Bridges From Christian scripture, New Revised Standard Version. 1.... Leader Resource 4: Beatitudes From Building Bridges From Christian scripture, New Revised Standard Version. A B Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that... Leader Resource 5: Pentecost and Damascus From Building Bridges Part 1: Pentecost The most sacred season of the Christian liturgical year surrounds the story of the resurrection of Jesus. Holy week, the week before... Leader Resource 6: Acts 2 From Building Bridges Acts 2: 1-24, 32-33, and 36-47, New Revised Standard Version.... Find Out More From Building Bridges Study Jesus has Christian stories and study guides. The Unitarian Universalist Christian Fellowship is an organization for UU Christians. Visit their... PREVIOUS: Find Out More About Buddhism UP: Building Bridges NEXT: Introduction Download all of Building Bridges (Word) to edit or print.