A First Nations Christmas for Kidsಮಾದರಿ

Do not fear!

*In the Bible, nearly all the names have meaning. The same is true for our First Nations people. This means that the translations of the Hebrew and Greek names of biblical people and places have been presented in a First Nations style.

Do not fear! The Great Spirit has chosen to honor you and give you a son. You will name him Creator Sets Free, for he will set people free from their bad hearts and broken ways. He will be chief over all the tribes and his chiefly guidance will never end. (Luke 1:30-33, First Nations Version)

The Creator’s Mighty One (Angel Gabriel) appeared to Bitter Tears (Mary) and brought her an amazing message. She was going to be the mother of Creator Sets Free (Jesus)! How do you think Mary felt when she heard this news?

What do you do when you feel scared or alone?

Everyone feels scared or alone sometimes. We can talk to friends and family about our fears. But we can also talk to God, and he will give us peace. Let’s practice talking to God right now!

Prayer and Activity:

First, talk with a trusted adult about the things that make you feel afraid. Write them down on a piece of paper. Then pray this prayer together:

Dear Great Spirit (God), sometimes I feel scared when _______________________. Please help me to know that you are with me always. Help me not to feel afraid. Thank you for watching over me and the people I love!

If you want, take the piece of paper you wrote your fears on and tear it up. Or, you can keep the paper to remind yourself of how God is helping you with your fears.