The parable of the Talents 

Summary 

In this parable, we see the importance of using our blessings wisely and sharing with others. This doesn’t just refer to monetary possessions or physical belongings, but to the time and talents that God gives all of us. By sharing this parable with children, we communicate the importance of recognizing that our abilities have purpose and value in many ways. 

We want all of our children at Christ Church to show love, humility and to gain success in their lives. 

By showing wisdom, listening, increasing learning and with the guidance of Jesus we can be successful. 

The kind of success Jesus talked about was much more substantial because it was spiritual. Spiritual success is not about how many things you have but how much love you express, how much humility and obedience to God you have  in your life. 

Nativity story 

Summary 

In this story Mary was very pregnant and was travelling to a strange town and needed to rest. Luckily, they met a kind innkeeper who let Mary and Joseph stay in his stable for the night. Mary gave birth to Jesus that night in a stable. She wrapped the newborn baby in a white cloth and laid him to sleep in a manger filled with hay. Some shepherds had a message from an angel to tell them that a baby boy had been born and that he was very special and they should visit him. They took him a lamb as a gift. 

We want all of our children at Christ Church to show feelings of joy, satisfaction, contentment, and fulfilment.  Jesus came for us to experience life in all its fullness. 

Zacchaeus 

Summary 

This story is about Zacchaeus who was a tax collector. He was hated by the Jews because he cheated them out of their money to keep some of it for himself. The people did not like him because of this. When Jesus came to town, Zacchaeus was eager to see him and climbed a tree so that he could. Jesus spotted him and asked if he could stay at his house. This upset the people. After this Zacchaeus realised he had been wrong and changed his ways.  

We want all of our children at Christ Church to be their authentic self and  celebrate their identity without fear. 

The parable of the Sower 

Summary 

The parable of the Sower and the Seeds is a metaphor for learning and receiving the word of God. When the sower throws his seeds onto dry ground, among thorns, and onto rocks, they do not grow. It is only when he throws them on good soil that he yields a crop. Many interpret this to mean that knowledge can only be absorbed when it is accepted without judgement, worry or ignorance. 

We want all of our children to show forgiveness, compassion , accept others and practise gratitude. 

Moses parting the Red Sea 

Summary 

Moses guided the Israelites out of Egypt on their way to the Promised Land. Pharaoh and his army pursued them. When the Israelites reached the Red Sea Moses stretched out his hand and the waters divided, allowing his followers safe passage. The Egyptians followed them but God again commanded Moses to stretch out his hand and the sea engulfed the army. 

We want all of our children to reflect, be faithful to their own identity and to stand up for what they believe.