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Hope for the World

Activity Objective:

The young people will reflect on the human condition and how Jesus' birth brought hope to the world.

Lesson Outcome:

The young people should be able to describe how the infancy narratives announce salvation for all people.

Materials

Directions:

Review the significance of the Infancy Narratives with the young people.
Lead them in a discussion of why God the Father sent Jesus and why the circumstances of his birth are important.
Direct the young people to spend a few minutes in silence, reflecting on how the coming of Jesus brought hope to the world.
Have the young people write a paragraph using their ideas.
Invite volunteers to read aloud their work.

Learning Styles:

Word Smart

Approximate Time:

20-25 minutes