Capstone

OBJECTIVE

The objective of the Orthodox Spirituality Module is to teach the fundamentals of what it means to be an Orthodox Christian. In first grade, the lessons focus on obedience in the children's lives, prayer, church, and spirituality. Obedience helps grow the spiritual lives of people, therefore children need to understand the importance of it in regards to their spiritual lives. In this particular lesson, students will learn a story from the Bible that represents obedience and talk about what it means to obey and the importance of it.

INSTRUCTIONS/IDEAS

• Ask the children how they could be good examples of good Christians and Christ-like. Share different stories on how to be obedient, pray everyday, and practice the 10 commandments.
• As a class, work on memorizing the Orthodox Creed.
• Have the students take turns playing "Simon Says" to practice obedience and listening carefully.
• Afterwards, have a short discussion with your children, explaining that since you are followers of Jesus, you try to live like Jesus did by following His example and Commandments.