18 April 2021
Bible readings for today |
CollectAlleluia!
Holy God, you set the example for us to follow; as we fulfil your call to tend your sheep make us faithful shepherds of your love. Through Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, who is alive and reigns with you now and forever, and in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen |
Luke 24:36-48
Today's story looks at Jesus appearing to his disciples on the shore, showing them his hands and feet, and having a bbq on the beach.
All Age Service ResourceThis is a fantastic interactive retelling of the BBQ on the beach, suitable for all ages. Put together by Annette Osborne, from SUNZ, it uses all the senses to draw you into the story. Check it out here
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Look up, in and out!Look up! When the fishermen couldn’t catch their usual catch of fish, Jesus asked them to try fishing a different way. Stepping out in faith, and trying something new, can be daunting – but we can trust our good, loving God. How can you step out of your comfort zone this week and do something different?
Look in! The fishermen in the boat worked together to pull up the nets of big, heavy fish. Think about how you can work together with your friends this week, sharing the load. It can be fun, hard work – but rewarding! Look out! When Jesus spent time with his friends, it often included kai! How can we share generous hospitality (manaakitanga) with others this week? Who can you offer a drink, a biscuit, or share lunch with? From 'Journey to Pentecost' by Strandz |
Go fish!
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Paper Roll FishThis paper roll fish craft cold be a fun one to do with preschool or young children. You might prefer to use kitchen rolls and cut in half, rather than toilet rolls
The Craft Train website has all the instructions, and a video! |
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StorypathThe Storypath website shares ideas for children's books matching the lectionary readings each Sunday. Today's book suggestions can be found here
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Media
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Gospel Conversations from the Diocese of Dunedin
In this Gospel Conversation, the Dunedin Diocesan Ministry Educator converses with Bishop Kelvin Wright, Anne Van Gend (Diocesan Community ministry Enabler) and Gary Griffith-Smith (Vicar of Gore Parish) around Luke 24: 36-48, the final appearance of Jesus to the disciples (according to Luke) before he was taken up into heaven. |
Bible Project: The Resurrection of Jesus: Luke 24
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