Last night I was in charge of the combined Young Men and Young Women activity for the youth in our ward. I decided to do an activity that was a tradition in our ward around Christmas time called, Gift to the Christ Child. I was definitely worried, scarred, and having major anxiety not knowing the youth and how they would respond. Thankfully,the youth in our ward that came did a great job! Every one put thought into the gifts that they would give the Christ Child--I was so impressed and would like to remember some of the things that they gave.
Blanket-to represent the warmth the Savior gives us on a daily basis.
Their love and testimony with a commitment to obey the commandments and serve others.
Level-a reminder to stay on the straight and narrow path.
Canned Food-to represent service to the needy.
Candle-to represent the light of Christ and his love.
Bandaid-because Christ suffered and bled from every pore.
The Story of the Three Tress-to help us all remember that Christ is in everything.
Lastly a few other stories, to help to remember Christ during Christmas and that we should strive to be like him and follow his example.
I also made some cupcakes for the activity. I was pleased with how the Christmas wreaths turned out, but I would do the presents a little differently.
Some of the ribbons got smashed in the fridge, but they still tasted good.
8 comments:
The Cupcakes look great and what a wonderful youth activity.
Hey Rub...you worked hard...those cupcakes look great! The youth up there are lucky to have you on the team! 15 days and counting! ly
I always loved that christmas activity. If I ever am called into Young women's that will be one of the first activities I would suggest. Goood times :)
You are so wonderful Jerai!
What a great activity Jerai, and the cupcakes are so adorable!!
You did such a great job on those cupcakes, Jerai! I'm impressed! And what a great idea for a youth activity. I might have to steal that one sometime :). I agree with your mom...they are lucky to have you!
mmmm those cupcakes look delish. way to go planning a whole activity! i wouldve been so nervous doing that, but it looks like it turned out great! you are awesome! :)
oh sounds like a great night. You would be such a fun leader!
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