Torchlighters: Augustine Leader's Guide - Vision Video

Leader’s Guide to accompany the DVD The Torchlighters: The Augustine Story• GIFTS TO SHARE: ASK: How many of you feel debating or public speaking might be somethingyou are extra good at? If not, what is something you enjoy and excel at? [Give time for students toanswer. Perhaps allow them to write down a few areas of interest.]DISCUSS: How did Augustine use his gift for speaking for the City of Man (selfish gain)? How didhe use his gifts for the City of God (God’s Kingdom)? Think of the special gifts you have. How canyou use them for the City of God? When you use your gifts for God’s kingdom, you are letting yourlight shine!• PLANNING: Next week your class will put their faith into action. They will participate in a prayerwalk through your city or town. Invite parents and other chaperones to accompany you on this eventas needed. Next week’s lesson also includes plans to create a garden mosaic as a reminder to “buildyour house on the rock.” Gather supplies this week.• PRAYER: Lord Jesus, help us to be like a city on the hill, whose light shines in the darkness. Showus the many gifts you have given us and give us creative ways to use them to serve you. Amen.NOTE: Refer to the answer key for answers to selected student pages.Learn more about The Torchlighters: Heroes of the Faith programs at www.torchlighters.org. 12