Milestone Moments for Intergenerational
Available as a set of fifteen ($39.95) or individually ($2.95).
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Each Milestone Moment consists of two pages that are reproducible in your local setting. It can be sent in emails or printed.
- Page 1 describes the significance of the moment and the importance of observing it.
- Page 2 provides a conversation guide* that includes talking and listening to one another, reading a verse/s from the Bible, and a prayer and blessing. It includes a food for thought question on how one might show love for one’s neighbor through an act of service.
All Milestone Moment Conversation Guides are designed and based on the *Four Key Faith Formation Practices of Caring Conversations, Devotions, Rituals and Traditions, and Service. These practices encourage us to grow in our faith through personal, trusted relationships.
When someone we care about has experienced the pain and anxiety of a broken bone, we want that person not only to fully heal from the broken bone, but also to experience support, peace, and hope. For the person who has broken a bone, changes may take place in their lives and in the lives of those caring for them. This Broken Bone Milestone Moment provides a time to pause, shift gears, and recognize God’s presence in this moment.
Our pets are very dear to us. They are part of our family and provide us with comfort and unconditional love. The loss of a pet can be emotionally draining and has been described as comparable to the loss of a human loved one. Time for grieving and healing is important. Being patient, acknowledging what has happened, and giving oneself time to grieve and permission to express feelings can be helpful. The Loss of a Pet Milestone Moment brings family and friends together to recognize and mark this sad time in their lives and affirm God’s presence in their midst.
Planning a vacation and spending time away from daily routines is filled with excitement and plans to make meaningful memories. A vacation offers time to relax and have an adventure in a new setting or return to a favorite vacation spot. Journeying together is meant to be fun and needs the added ingredients of kindness, patience, and forgiveness. This Going on Vacation Milestone Moment provides an opportunity for family and friends to gather together for conversations and thoughts before going on the vacation. A prayer and a blessing given to those going on vacation is a reminder of God’s presence.
When a family gathers for a reunion, it is a wonderful blessing that provides an opportunity to embrace the past, talk about the present, and dream about the future. It is a good time to reflect on past generations and the lives of those who have gone before. This Family Reunion Milestone Moment offers an opportunity for family members to recognize God’s presence in the moment by engaging in caring conversations, reading a scripture verse, praying the Lord’s Prayer, and blessing one another.
