Steps
Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for
orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt
you.” James 1:27
It is a joy to serve our Lord alongside you. The harvest is great! A harvest of “people brought to eternal life.” We reap when we have not done the work. This is joy! Oh, what joy!
- Choose Skit/s to perform.
- Skits are great for busy schedules
- They take less time than the plays, are very simple, and take little to no practice. Doing a skit will be one of the most enjoyable, memorable, and impactful memories you and your children will make together!
- Your children will learn to interact with people of all ages and from all different walks of life. They will practice critical thinking and problem-solving as they plan, practice, and perform for the residents.
- This experience will also increase social interaction and a sense of purpose. The more your children interact with older adults now the more they will be able to handle the transition into adulthood later.
- Call the Activity Director at a Care Facility and set a date. See “Contact Care Facility Activities Director” (Hyperlink to “Contact Care Facility Activities Director”)
As you present the idea of going to a care facility to your children, they may not be too excited about the idea at first. Here are some suggestions to Equip and Prepare them for the visit.
2. Equip:
- The story “The King’s Love for His People” will teach your children about God, and why He sent His Son, Jesus to die for us.
- Teens and children may think that following God is about a long set of rules. This story helps them to understand that what is most important is the relationship with their Creator, Father, Lord, Savior and King. “Equip Young Leaders Agenda” is meant to make the story interactive between you and your child.
- There are six questions throughout the story. Each one may prompt curiosity about seeking the truth about Jesus which will most likely
generate questions. It is good to create an environment where children feel safe to ask questions and not feel reluctant in seeking truth. This will equip them for this new opportunity to serve others in care facilities and beyond. - Going to a Care Facility – What to Expect This also helps children understand the fragility of life, and when our bodies get older, we may need someone to visit us as well.
3. Go and Watch What God Does:
- Go, and enjoy interactive time with the residents, and be sure to invite residents to receive Jesus as Savior. See “Interactive Time with the Residents” for suggested prayer. Sing about God’s faithfulness, His love and dance with the residents!
- Here is the mystery—God’s Word never returns to Him empty!
- “It is the same with my word. I send it out, and it always produces fruit. It will accomplish all I want it to, and it will prosper everywhere I send it.” Isaiah 55:11
- When we bring God’s Word and play songs about Jesus, residents hear and understandGod’s love for them!
I can’t explain it; the Holy Spirit does the work. We just show up and watch Him work. And what a joy it is to be a part of! What joy to remind residents of God’s love for them and to bring the very best news they will ever hear.
Because no one has ever loved us or will ever love us (or our children) as much as Jesus does.
He was there when we took our first breath, and He will be there when we breathe our last! (And He will be there when the residents take their last breath too.)
Love begins with:
1. Believing we cannot do it on our own.
2. Asking God who can help us.
3. Trusting God will help us when we ask.
“I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life. And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for.” 1 John 5:13-15