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Intergenerational litany for Good FridayHere’s an intergenerational candle litany for Good Friday. It was written by Elsie Rempel for use in a family context.
Intergenerational Litany for Good Friday When we hate or are unkind to each other, the world becomes a darker place. (extinguish one candle) Jesus taught us to love each other. When we want everything for ourselves, the world becomes a darker place. (extinguish one candle) Jesus taught us to share with others. When we scare or bully others, the world becomes a darker place. (extinguish one candle) Jesus taught us that love is better than fear. When we are jealous of others, the world becomes a darker place. (extinguish one candle) Jesus taught us contentment. When we lie, the world becomes a darker place. (extinguish one candle) Jesus taught us honesty. People’s hatred, greed, selfishness, jealousy, and dishonesty placed Jesus on the cross. (extinguish one candle) For Jesus’ friends the world seemed like a very dark place. In the darkness, Jesus said, “O God, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” (extinguish one candle) — from Called and Shaped by Jesus: Lent-at-Home 2011 written by Elsie Rempel, and published by Mennonite Church Canada. Posted on the Leader Online website. |
Wrapping the cross
A powerful activity that all ages can be involved with - it could be used either as a standalone service, or as a reflective moment within a larger service. https://marciglass.com/2016/03/25/wrapping-the-cross-a-good-friday-service/
Stations of the CrossSamuel Marsden School in Wellington have put together a Stations of the Cross resource which contains readings and images.
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