Description
In this lesson, your group will engage in a “low stakes” activity where they’re asked to make balloon animals. As the activity unfolds, an element of competition will be introduced to create a level of performance anxiety. Later, students will reflect on their experiences together.
The lesson also includes a theological reflection that is based on two readings: the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 6:25-50, and Henri Nouwen’s book, “Life of the Beloved.” Students will be invited into a generative conversation about anxiety that’s rooted in scripture and will have space to reorient their thoughts about anxiety.
*This lesson comes from our Hope and Anxiety series.
Key Takeaways
This “Disorienting Dilemma” challenges the way students view a particular topic. Doing so opens them up to reflecting and analyzing their own perspectives.
Director of Innovation, Ministry Leadership Center
Meghan has served diverse faith communities in the areas of pastoral leadership, youth ministry, new church development, community engagement, and ministry innovation. She has a Master of Divinity and a Master of Science in Sustainable Development and Applied Sociology.
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