Godly Play Resource. . .

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Godly Play teaches children the art of using religious language - parable, sacred story, silence and liturgical action - helping them become more fully aware of the mystery of God’s presence in their lives.Developed by author, teacher and Episcopal priest, Jerome W. Berryman, Godly Play is offered throughout the United States within denominations as diverse and varied as Catholic, Baptist, Episcopalian, Pentecostal, Lutheran, and Presbyterian. Designed for children aged two to twelve, Godly Play has been classroom tested since 1972. Deeply spiritual and highly creative, Godly Play is also used in schools, hospitals, homeless shelters, and retirement centers.

Folks of all ages at the Western North Carolina Annual Conference had to opportunity to experience a Godly Play lesson during the Sunday school time. The session was led by Rev. Sallyanne McVay and her beautiful daughters. If you would like to learn more about the Godly Play resource, you are welcome to contact Sallyanne at:bmumcsallyanne@bellsouth.net or if  Godly Play is new to you, check out the website. You can also see the calendar of training events listed is your church is interested in introducing Godly Play to your congregation or community. We have many of our churches in the WNCC teaching children, youth, and even adults through the Godly Play resource.

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