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I learn the gospel when I study
the scriptures Friend April 2006, suggestion # 4 |
Ahead of time, make small booklets for each child by cutting one sheet of paper in half, placing one half on top of the other half, and folding in the center.
Secure the pages together with a staple or string tied
through punched holes.
Each booklet should have four pages.
Prepare 13 pieces of paper with the first 10 words of each
article of faith.
The scriptures teach us the gospel. The Articles of Faith are part of the
scriptures and are found in the Pearl of Great Price.
Invite the children to locate them in the scriptures and read one or more of them.
Discuss briefly what we learn about the gospel from the key words of the Articles of Faith.
Play a game by having the children sing "I Want to Live the Gospel" (p. 148) as they pass two or three of the papers you prepared with the first 10 words of each article of faith.
Stop the music at any point. Ask the children with the papers to stand and finish the article of faith they are holding, or ask another child for help. When the article of faith is completed, take that paper away and add another. Continue as time allows. Pass out the booklets and tell each child to write "The Articles of Faith" on the cover.
Have them write key words for two articles of faith on each page, and invite them to look for these principles in the scriptures as they study on their own or with their families.
When they find a scripture reference that teaches each principle, they can write it in their booklet under the key word