Introduction
Dear Children, can you see these children in the image? What do you think they are doing? (Children will give some suggestions). You are right, children; your suggestions are good. That is the meaning of community: we are all united, love and help each other in many ways. The community are the people who help us.
Reflection
My Community Read Aloud
After watching this story, children will learn about who are the people who make part of our community. Together, you can mention them again.
Let us sing together:
Activity / Game
Birthday Line-Up
In turns, children will say their date of birth, when they celebrate their birthday. Afterwards they form a line in order from the children celebrating their birthdays in January according to the day, to the ones that celebrate their birthdays in December. If there is time, one can do it also vice versa.
Song
Sesame Street: Community Song with Mickey Goyton
Prayer
Dear God help my eyes to see all the good, my ears to hear all the good, my hands to do all that I can, and my feet to lead to what can I do to be a helping hand for my community. Amen.
Introduction
What do you understand by the word community?
(The RC or animator writes the word community on a large paper or on the interactive and around it he/she writes the definitions given by the students.)
Reflection
A community is a word for a group of people who have things in common. They might live in the same area, go to the same school, do the same activities or have similar backgrounds.
Activity
Can you think of two different communities that you are part of?
(Students will carry out this exercise individually, and then they will share. They can write or draw about their communities on a piece of plain paper)
Song
Prayer
Thank you, God, for our different communities. Bless all the communities we adhere to frequently, and help us always be ready to share your love in these communities. Amen.
Introduction
Animator: Good morning, dear students!
Welcome to today’s reflection on living love through a community. Today, we will explore the importance of community in our journey of faith and how we can truly live out love together.
Video Clip
The animator tells the students to watch this short video clip entitled:
Community Projects: Hands-On Learning With a Purpose
Animator: Wasn’t that a powerful video? It beautifully illustrates the significance of community in our lives. Now, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we have just seen and discuss how we can apply these principles to our lives.
Reflection
In this fast-paced world, it is easy to get caught up in our individual lives, focusing solely on our goals and desires. But God calls us to something greater—to live in community and love one another as He loves us. The Bible reminds us of this truth in the book of John 13, 34.
“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”
This verse emphasizes the importance of supporting and uplifting each other. We are not meant to walk this journey alone; we need one another to share our joys and sorrows and support and encourage each other. Through community, we can truly experience the love of Christ in action.
Think about when someone in your community showed you love and support.
- How did it make you feel?
- How did it impact your life?
Animator: Community plays a vital role in shaping who we are as individuals and as a collective. When we come together in love and unity, we create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Our faith community becomes a place where we can grow, learn, and deepen our relationship with God.
Activity – Brainstorming web/interactive whiteboard
The animator asks these questions for students’ participation:
- How can we create a sense of community within our school or parish?
- What are some practical ways we can support and show love to one another?
- Have you ever experienced a time when your faith community came together to support a particular cause or a person in need? How did it impact you and the community?
Please take a moment to discuss these questions with another student or write down your thoughts for personal reflection.
The animator pauses for students’ participation.
Prayer
Animator: Let us now gather our thoughts and turn our hearts to God in prayer.
Dear God, we thank You for the gift of community. We are grateful for the people You have placed in our lives who support, love, and inspire us to be the best versions of ourselves. Help us to be mindful of the needs of others and to always seek ways to extend Your love to those around us. Amen
Conclusion
Animator: Thank you for joining us today in this reflection on living love through a community. Remember, we are called to be a light in the world, to live out love in our everyday interactions. Together, let us strive to build a community rooted in Christ’s love, where everyone feels welcome and supported.
Have a blessed day!
Introduction
Animator: Good morning, dear students!
Welcome to today’s reflection on living love through a community. Today, we will explore the importance of community in our faith journey and how we can truly live out love together.
Video Clip
The animator tells the students to watch this short video clip entitled:
What Is Community
Animator: Wasn’t that a powerful video? It beautifully illustrates the significance of community in our lives. Now, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we have just seen and discuss how we can apply these principles to our lives.
Reflection
In this fast-paced world, it is easy to get caught up in our individual lives, focusing solely on our goals and desires. But God calls us to something greater—to live in community and love one another as He loves us. The Bible reminds us of this truth in the book of John, 13, 34.
“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”
This verse emphasizes the importance of supporting and uplifting each other. We are not meant to walk this journey alone; we need one another to share our joys and sorrows and support and encourage each other. Through community, we can truly experience the love of Christ in action.
Think about when someone in your community showed you love and support.
- How did it make you feel?
- How did it impact your life?
Animator: Community plays a vital role in shaping who we are as individuals and as a collective. When we come together in love and unity, we create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Our faith community becomes a place where we can grow, learn, and deepen our relationship with God.
Prayer
Animator: Let us now gather our thoughts and turn our hearts to God in prayer.
Dear God, we thank You for the gift of community. We are grateful for the people You have placed in our lives who support, love, and inspire us to be the best versions of ourselves. Help us to be mindful of the needs of others and to constantly seek ways to extend Your love to those around us. Amen
Conclusion
Animator: Thank you for joining us today in this reflection on living love through a community. Remember, we are called to be a light in the world, to live out love in our everyday interactions. Together, let us strive to build a community rooted in Christ’s love where everyone feels welcome and supported.
Have a blessed day!