Service with a Smile
Memorable Monday Moments
Last week I mentioned that we were going to review the "Gracious George" story. So we did, although the teenagers prefered the name "Service Stan the Gingerbread Man." Afterwards we each looked up a scripture on service and then we adjourned to the kitchen table to decorate "gingerbread men" to give away. We had a wonderful evening, and I was surprised at how creative and involved everyone was.
And I was reminded that of the over 1000 family nights we've had over the years, the most memorable ones involved service. I wonder why? That's definitely something to ponder. One time we tied a quilt and then delivered it to the Relief Society president, because she was the one collecting them. Another time we talked about fast offering and each boy chose something from the pantry which we then delivered to the bishop's doorstep so that he could give it to someone who needed it. One of our activities was making these Felt Finger Puppets from the Friend and then sharing them with teenager in our ward who was chronically ill.
These particular family nights occurred when the boys were very young. I wonder if they even remember them (that's a hint to comment if you do). And even though as parents we realize the importance of continuing to do activities like this, we have a difficult time coming up with ideas, and so we don't do them nearly as often as we should. What are some of the things your families have done to teach the importance of service to others? We'd love some suggestions!
Last week I mentioned that we were going to review the "Gracious George" story. So we did, although the teenagers prefered the name "Service Stan the Gingerbread Man." Afterwards we each looked up a scripture on service and then we adjourned to the kitchen table to decorate "gingerbread men" to give away. We had a wonderful evening, and I was surprised at how creative and involved everyone was.
And I was reminded that of the over 1000 family nights we've had over the years, the most memorable ones involved service. I wonder why? That's definitely something to ponder. One time we tied a quilt and then delivered it to the Relief Society president, because she was the one collecting them. Another time we talked about fast offering and each boy chose something from the pantry which we then delivered to the bishop's doorstep so that he could give it to someone who needed it. One of our activities was making these Felt Finger Puppets from the Friend and then sharing them with teenager in our ward who was chronically ill.
These particular family nights occurred when the boys were very young. I wonder if they even remember them (that's a hint to comment if you do). And even though as parents we realize the importance of continuing to do activities like this, we have a difficult time coming up with ideas, and so we don't do them nearly as often as we should. What are some of the things your families have done to teach the importance of service to others? We'd love some suggestions!
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And I hate how I have to write "prenle" to get this thing posted...
The same with single mothers and their kids. Just to invite them to FHE, so she doesn't have to be in charge of everything all the time.
I love the ideas you've mentioned, we too, have gotten so busy we forget to incorporate this into our everyday routine sometimes.