What I'm realizing, though, is that this is so much more than leading games. This is ministry. So the games don't always go as planned with this age, but the important thing to me is that everyone has fun, no one gets hurt, and that they learn a little bit more about God's love. Every stage in life is another building block. More important than explaining rules and directing traffic, I've been comforting the sad, encouraging the shy, cheering on the anxious, listening to the troubled, challenging the weak. You would call this ministry if they were grown, right? As Horton (from Horton Hears a Who) so eloquently stated, "People are people, no matter how small." Well said, Horton.
Chanting our mantra for the week: "Fear Not!"
I included this because she reminds me of me when I was a little girl (and now--who am I kidding)--catching the ball with her eyes closed.
I love her enthusiasm and intensity.
Listening to a rather unbelievable tale.
Everyone "getting it" and playing so well. A proud moment for me.
Miss Maggie in Bible time. She does such a great job.
4 comments:
Too cute. Love interacting with kids that way. I tend to be very "hands on" where teaching kids is concerned. Love getting right in there with them and making a fool of myself. (Don't really like the adults watching and giggling behind their hands, tho.)
I love the pics. I know that you are making a difference in the lives of these kids. Just like granny2five, you are being Jesus with skin on for them. I admire you a lot! :)
Sweet pictures... I love the way that Little Sissy is so into the "tall tale!"
It looks like everyone is having fun, kids and adults alike. I really miss working with little ones - maybe I'll do our VBS this year. :o)
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