Monday, March 24, 2008

Alleluia!

Christ is risen!

In the Anglican tradition, we do not say alleluia during Lent but it returns at the Easter Vigil with great joy. It is a song in my heart today.

During the Great Vigil of Easter our youngest, Miss R, was confirmed.



Miss R has Down syndrome. In case anyone wonders how she was prepared for her confirmation, I used materials from Bethesda Lutheran Services. They have a confirmation curriculum for people with special needs as well as many other materials (some materials are free) that target the spiritual needs of a generally underserved population. Take a look at their resources in the special education and disability ministry catalog.

As with most learning materials, I needed to adapt to meet her specific needs. My daughter is a very hands-on, visual learner so to add interest we made (together) visuals to help her remember what we had worked through. A little more adaptation was needed to bring in our Anglican faith.

4 comments:

Amy, a redeemed sheep said...

Awww...That's wonderful, Amy!! I'm grinning from ear to ear. :o)

Renna said...

What a moment to treasure.

Marilyn@A Mixed Bouquet said...

How wonderful, Miss R! I'm proud of you!

Sharon said...

Thank you for sharing this!
Congratulations Miss R!

Thank God!