Faith Formation for all ages
August 1, 2021

Bread of Life


A story of Jesus from John 6:24-35
(Message translation)




So when the crowd realized Jesus was gone and wasn’t coming back, they piled into the Tiberias boats and headed for Capernaum, looking for Jesus.
When they found him back across the sea, they said,
“Rabbi, when did you get here?”
Jesus answered, “You’ve come looking for me not because you saw God in my actions but because I fed you, filled your stomachs—and for free.

THE BREAD OF LIFE

 “Don’t waste your energy striving for perishable food like that. Work for the food that sticks with you, food that nourishes your lasting life, food the Son of Man provides. He and what he does are guaranteed by God the Father to last.”

 To that they said, “Well, what do we do then to get in on God’s works?”
 Jesus said, “Throw your lot in with the One that God has sent. That kind of a commitment gets you in on God’s works.”

 They waffled: “Why don’t you give us a clue about who you are, just a hint of what’s going on? When we see what’s up, we’ll commit ourselves. Show us what you can do. Moses fed our ancestors with bread in the desert. It says so in the Scriptures: ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.’”
 
Jesus responded, “The real significance of that Scripture is not that Moses gave you bread from heaven but that my Father is right now offering you bread from heaven, the real bread. The Bread of God came down out of heaven and is giving life to the world.”
They jumped at that: “Master, give us this bread, now and forever!”
 
Jesus said, “I am the Bread of Life. The person who aligns with me hungers no more and thirsts no more, ever."

EXPLORE:
Has anyone ever asked you what you believe about Jesus?
Often people will claim that Jesus was just a good man or maybe a great teacher … but he is so much more! Jesus is the son of God! It’s important to know exactly what Jesus taught about himself. So that people would understand who he was, Jesus called himself many different names. Each name tells them something important about who he is and what he does.

What names do you go by? Do you have a nick name? Do you have a special name you are called by your family or friends? Make a list of all the names that describe who you are. What does this name say about you? What is Jesus saying when he says, "I am the bread of Life?"

ACTIVITY:
Create and decorate a poster with your name that reflects who you are. Send us a photo to share on our webpage or bring your finished piece to church so we can all enjoy your creation.

Communion
Today we celebrate the feast of communion. Each time we break bread together we remember how God blesses us with life and family. As you share your meal today, whether it be bread, or crackers, or cookies, remember God loves young wants to fill your life with love and joy!

Prayer
Thank your Jesus for inviting me to your table and for giving me the good things I need for life.


August 22 from 6:30-8:00pm:
Family Fun Night at Romps

September 12th:
Rally Day Worship/Picnic/Fun Day
Volunteers are needed to help with Faith Formation this coming year. Volunteer opportunities are available for short-term commitments, such as single events, as well as helping with Faith Formation lessons on Sundays, Adult Education sessions, youth programming, and being a part of the Faith Formation Committee. If you would like more information or would like to discuss the possibilities, please send an EMAIL. Thank you!