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- Journal, art tools, (crayons, markers etc.), scissors. glue sticks, pen\/pencil<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n
- Material for craft activity: “Creation Collage” : cardstock, old magazines (nature, gardening, chldren’s, outdoor themes)<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Welcome Back, Earthkeepers!<\/h3>\n
Last week we heard how God created everything, and that’s why we need to respect it and be sure to say wow! Today I have a question for you: If God created everything, then who does it all belong to? You probably answered GOD.<\/span><\/p>\n
It does belong to God. BUT God has also given it to us as a special kind of gift. We get to use it for food and everything else we need, but we need to treasure it, take care of it, and share it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Scriptural focus, Luke 13: 6–9<\/h3>\n
The Story of a Fig Tree<\/strong><\/p>\n
(<\/span>As one person reads the story out loud, picture it in your mind.)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n
Reader:<\/b><\/p>\n
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Jesus told the people a story: “There was a man who had a fig tree planted in his yard. One day he came looking for fruit on it but there wasn’t any. So he said to the gardener, “What’s going on? For three years I have come looking for fruit on this tree, and I still haven’t found any! Chop it down! Why should I be wasting the soil?”\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe gardener replied, “Let’s give it one more year, until I dig around it and fertilize it. You <\/span>might get fruit next year! If not, you can cut it down then.”<\/span><\/p>\n
For reflection and sharing:<\/b><\/p>\n
Who is the caretaker in this story?<\/span><\/p>\n
The gardener is the caretaker, He was patient, and wanted to give the tree another chance. The owner wanted to get rid of something just because it didn’t give him what he wanted right away. .<\/span><\/p>\n
Question to think and talk about<\/h3>\n
Are there any “throw-away items in your home that you could replace with “use again” items? I just discovered bees-wax food coverings!<\/span><\/p>\n
Are there any items that just need repair–could you repair them rather than buy new ones? I have a few clothing items I can repair by sewing.<\/span><\/p>\n
Are there any items that are still in good condition but never used–could you donate them to a worthwhile cause? I am preparing a couple of bMags to bring to Goodwill.<\/span><\/p>\n
Story: Video<\/h3>\n
- Material for craft activity: “Creation Collage” : cardstock, old magazines (nature, gardening, chldren’s, outdoor themes)<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n