Goal:
To learn the Lords Prayer and Psalm 23, to put these prayers into your own words, and to consider the role of prayer in your life.
Preparation:
Read Background for Teachers
Make copies of Bedtime Prayer Thoughts for UU Kids
Make copies of The Lords Prayer and Psalm 23
Introduction:
Prayer as supplication (asking for something) cant change lives, but prayer can change people and people can change lives. A prayer can be simply silence, it can be meditation, or it can be words spoken repeatedly. The two ancient prayers in this lesson are part of our culture and will be heard over and over in our lives. They can inspire us with their poetry and message. We keep them and interpret them in our own words for today.
Activities:
Bedtime Prayer Thoughts: Years ago, a UU minister suggested a bedtime prayer that includes one thing you are thankful for, one thing you are sorry for, and something you are hopeful for. Give one to each of your children to color or decorate and hang in his or her bedroom.
The Lords Prayer and Psalm 23: Give everyone a copy of each of these prayers. Talk about what each line means. Then, ask everyone to write their own version of each line. Discuss what you wrote. If you want, you could decide on which version you like best, then decorate a nice copy of your family version to hang in your house.
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