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March 14, 2005

Lazarus

I have been telling the children's story at church for several weeks. The format was provided for me, a series of object lessons, based on the concept of vision. The objects so far have been eye glasses, binoculars, and a mirror.

Last Sunday a camera was used to demonstrate how we can see change over a period of time, either short or long. I used my digital camera to take pictures of the kids as we revisited the bible story of Lazarus.
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Lydia and Maren pretend to be Mary and Martha, so sad about their brother's serious illness.
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Now Emma shows the anger they felt when Jesus did not return in time to prevent his death.
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When Jesus finally shows up he calls Lazarus out of the tomb. The children were very surprised when Lazarus, a high school student wrapped in strips of cloth, stumbled through the side door. I took pictures of their surprise and delight. When the last bandage was removed Harrison, going for the cheap laugh, shouted, "Hey that's not Lazarus!" The congregation responded with a burst of laughter.

Posted by jennifer at March 14, 2005 08:18 AM

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