All Hallows Eve Family Service
Hi, this is the first posting on the new St. Peter's sermon blog. My hope is to get feedback on possible sermon topics from all of you. Also, if you read the scripture for the week which you can on line at www.textweek.com (just click on the date for the upcoming Sunday, then click on the Episcopal readings, then click on the NRSV bible translation and you are there). Textweek does not have All Hallows Eve so you will need to use the alternative method this time. Alternatively, I will list the readings here and you can look them up the old fashion way, with a Bible!
Here are the readings for All Hallows Eve: 1Samuel 28:3-25 (The Witch of Endor) and John 11:1-44.
Now, unless you decide not to come to Church since the Gospel reading is 44 verses long, remember it will be a dramatic presentation by the Youth Group.
My current idea for the family homily is to talk about the customs of Halloween (why we wear costumes, get candy etc) and then talk about ghosts and death. I am thinking about a way to talk to younger people about the Christian understanding of death and resurrection. Ok, it's only Monday. I have a ways to go. Any help would be appreciated.
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What a great idea to do a dramatic presentation! Was this put together exclusively by your youth group? Did you help them with the direction? Also, will you be hosting any live chats about the scripture each week or about your sermons?
David, I'm actually doing this service on Sunday as a family Sunday liturgy. Thanks for your comments, they are a big help!
Dear Anonymous,
No live chats yet. Stay turned! And yes, I'm the director!
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Halloween is a fun time for children. Learning more about All Hallows' Eve is kinda neat. I will love to hear the interpretation you are going to use with the biblical ties to the children's "scary fest" evening! We're never too old to learn.
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