This workshop leader’s Bible study
is a historical, theological, and contextual introduction to the Last Supper
rotation of Kirk of Kildaire’s Faith Quest workshop
rotation program. It is intended to provide
workshop leaders with:
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A historical context for understanding the Bible
story.
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A Biblical context for reading and teaching the
story.
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The theological basis for the concepts to be
taught to the children.
In Kirk of Kildaire’s
Faith Quest program, workshop leaders attend a one-hour Bible study two weeks
prior to the start of a new rotation.
This Bible study helps workshop leaders understand how the concepts to
be taught to the children are derived from the Bible story and how the lessons
in the rotation fit together to reinforce the concepts. It also provides an opportunity for the
workshop leaders to grow in their own faith and understanding of the Bible.
It will be helpful to have a
chalkboard, whiteboard, or flip chart for writing down questions or
observations during the Bible study.
Note: This is not a comprehensive study of the
text, but only a few notes to help provide context and background for workshop
leaders. Consult titles cited in the
reference list at the end of these notes for more information.
Scripture:
Luke 22:7-23 and Mark 14:12-26
“Jesus said, ‘Do this in remembrance of me.’” Luke 22:19 (CEV)
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Jesus taught us
how to celebrate the Lord’s Supper and wants us to do it to remember Him.
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The Holy Spirit
is with us in Communion.
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Celebrating
Communion is one way to give thanks to God.
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We treat the
bread and wine with respect because they are special symbols of God’s love.
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If workshop leaders do not know each other, give
them an opportunity to introduce each other and say which workshop they will be
leading.
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Begin the Bible study by praying for God’s
guidance as teachers begin a new rotation.
Ask a workshop leader to read the text aloud. Ask the workshop leaders what questions came to mind as they heard the story or read it before the Bible study. Write down any questions that arise and will need to be answered during the Bible study.
Ask each workshop leader to summarize his or her workshop. As they do so, point out the concepts that each lesson reinforces. Ask workshop leaders if they have any questions about the logistics or practical application of their lesson.
Holywood: The children will watch the
video “The Easter Story.” They will
learn the events of Holy Week according to the Gospel of Mark and will be able
to put the events in order.
Creation Station: The children will create a stained glass
picture of the Communion elements after learning more about the Passover meal
and what the elements of bread and wine symbolize.
Apostle’s
Playhouse: Through the use of a drama technique called
“Frozen Picture,” the children will experience the Last Supper. They will also gain a better understanding of
who the disciples were and what part they played in the Last Supper
Praising Puppets: The children will use the puppets to learn about how we celebrate Communion. Children will learn that communion is a special time in the life of God’s people and that we celebrate communion with a spirit of holiness and respect.
Return to the questions that were
gathered at the start of the hour. Have
they been answered? Are there any
further questions about the Bible story or about the lessons?
Close the Bible study with a
prayer.