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Bishop Justus Church of England School Morning Worship St David 2nd March 2018 Bishop Justus Church of England School  

Let the light of Christ shine in our lives Gather The Lord be with you And also with you Let the light of Christ shine in our lives

Receive Wisdom will exalt him above his neighbours, and will open his mouth in the midst of the assembly. He will find gladness and a crown of rejoicing, and will inherit an everlasting name. From the book of Ecclesiasticus, chapter 15, verse 6

Engage David, or Dewi, was a monk and a bishop in the sixth century. He was an example of the spiritual life and also highly regarded for his kindness and compassion to others, particularly the poor and the sick. He is believed to have founded the monastery at what is now called St David's. He died in about the year 601 and has been regarded as the patron saint of Wales since at least the twelfth century.

Engage Video suggestion … St Davis’s Day in Cardiff https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B98DiQCQAjI Some discussion ideas … Think of different communities or cultures. What traditions are special to them? St David inspired many people. Who inspires you and why? Discussion techniques - Go back to the Bible passage ask “How does the theme link with the Bible passage?” Discuss the question in pairs for 30 seconds then invite a response from each pair. Use quick-fire answers e.g. throw a soft bean bag / toy to a student, when they answer they throw it back and you quickly throw to another student. Simplify the question - Invite quick one-word answers, write them on the board, then reflect on the answers – see connections. Activity suggestion … https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/st-david-s-day-activities-6036925

Respond Almighty God, who called your servant David [Reflect for a minute on the worship theme and our engagement …] Almighty God, who called your servant David to be a faithful and wise steward of your mysteries for the people of Wales: in your mercy, grant that, following his purity of life and zeal for the gospel of Christ, we may with him receive the crown of everlasting life; through Jesus Christ. Amen Prayer / reflection technique – Give a summary of the theme and any responses that students may have made, then invite everyone to be still (remind no books open etc – lessen distraction). To pray or reflect on today’s worship. Be quiet for one minute. Then say the prayer …

Go out into the world with the light of Christ Let us bless the Lord Thanks be to God Go out into the world with the light of Christ