Opening Prayer and Ritual
Said by mom, calling the quarters, drawing a ritual circle
Song
The Giving Song, Circle Round p. 224
Scripture
LDS Scriptures
Romans 12:14-21
14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse.
15 Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.
16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.
17Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. 18If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. 19Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay,"says the Lord. 20On the contrary:
"If your enemy is hungry, feed him;
if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.
In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head." 21Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
D&C 98: 16, 34
16 Therefore, renounce war and proclaim peace, and seek diligently to turn the hearts of the children to their fathers, and the hearts of the fathers to the children;
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34 And if any nation, tongue, or people should proclaim war against them, they should first lift a standard of peace unto that people, nation, or tongue;
Goddess Scripture
The Peaceful Vow of White Tara
"There are many who wish to gain enlightenment
in a man's form,
And there are few who wish to work
for the welfare of living beings
in a female form.
Therefore may I, in a female body,
work for the welfare of all beings,
until such time as all humanity has found its fullness."
Video Clip
White Tara Mantra
http://youtube.com/watch?v=i0osoOz3CxM
Lesson Summary
One of the faces of heavenly Mother is called White Tara. She is a Goddess of people in Tibet, China and even Ireland. Tara is one of the most ancient forms of the Goddess she has many descriptions as both, white, green, and red. The peaceful, compassionate White Tara gently protects and brings long life and peace. She is a gentle reminder of our lifelong commitment to peace. When can pray, meditate, or chant to Tara to receive blessings of peace in our lives.
Jesus Christ is often called the Prince of Peace because he taught us to be peaceful. He commanded us to love our neighbor and to never fight. Following in the footsteps of Christ means to become more peaceful in our daily actions.
Points to Ponder
How does fighting make you feel?
What are some fights you have in your life?
How can you follow the example of Christ and Tara and be peaceful?
How can other people in America become more peaceful?
Story
The Good Samaritian
http://childrenschapel.org/biblestories/goodsam.html
Treat
Peaceful Punch (mix together your favorite juices!)
Activity
Create a peace symbol on your living room floor using blocks, scraps, scarves, etc. walk it like a labyrinth
