This month, children and youth are learning stories of Jesus' ministry from the book of Matthew. They will hear Jesus' call to give glory to God by being salt and light for the world, and to live faith humbly. They will learn more about Jesus' teachings--exploring his messages to avoid judging others harshly, to seek God earnestly, and to treat others as they would wish to be treated.
Your whole congregation can join the children and youth in thinking about these stories and themes by using a responsive reading (below) adapted from the Junior Youth student book, Call. Ask your pastor or worship team to use the reading during February.
Jesus, our teacher
A responsive reading for congregations
Group 1: Teach us, Jesus, to choose God's way over
temptation,
Group 2: to become fishers for people,
Group 1: and be salt and light in the world.
Group 2: Teach us, Jesus, to give and pray humbly.
Group 1: to love instead of judging others,
Group 2: to have faith in God's power.
Group 1: Teach us, Jesus, to trust you in the middle of our
fears.
All: Teach us, Jesus. We are ready. We are here.
