Service Module

OBJECTIVE

The objective of the service module is to teach the children how Christian service should be implemented in their lives. In first grade, we are focusing on four virtues: humility, honesty, patience, and courage. This is to begin to teach the students about some of the most important virtues they can instill in their future service. Each week, help them realize how their actions are a service to those around them. Week 5 is the capstone week to review and serve together.

MILESTONES

Scripture: The Holy Bible teaches us that service requires sacrifice and commitment. The word of God becomes a source for us. Whenever we serve others, we are to share the Good News to them that God loves them. "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many." (St. Mark 10:45)

Spiritual: Our service to God, His Church, and His people will bring us closer to Him. The more service we do, the more spiritual growth we will have. It is critical though that this Christian service that we speak of is done willingly and with all love and cheer. Christian service done willingly and with love is acceptable before God.

Social: We have heard the term "character building." What the secular world had termed character building, as Christians we have the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Hence, we can say that Christian service develops Christian character.

Rituals: The Coptic Church's Rituals in assigning Deacons to serve in the Liturgy exemplifies the qualities discussed in the theme of service. The church's deacons (which means "servant") exemplify Humility, Honesty, Patience, and Courage.

TOPICS BY WEEK

Please read through all of the lessons in this module in preparation for this lesson.

  • Week 1: Humility
  • Week 2: Honesty
  • Week 3: Patience
  • Week 4: Courage
  • Capstone Activity

CHURCH CONNECTION

Please make every effort to incorporate our Orthodox traditions, liturgical practices, saints, and sacraments in every lesson.

PARENTS CORNER

Every lesson contains suggested material for you to send out to parents/guardians on a weekly basis. The ultimate goal is to give parents tools and resources necessary to educate their children every day, creating an Orthodox Christian home.