The Burning Bush Gallery and Gary United Methodist Church will host a Story-Telling Festival, “Let Me Tell You a Story,” from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 19, at the church. Adults, youth and families with children are invited to this event which is free and open to the public.
The morning will feature:
Storytelling Tents (9:30 to noon) in the Wheaton
Commons
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- Snapshot Stories for children and families
- "I Remember When…” Grandparent storytellers
- “Coming of Age” stories
- Biblical Stories
- Stories of healing and hope
Activity Alley (9:00 to noon) in the Commons
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- Picture Gallery (“What happens next?”)
- Puppets
- Draw a story
- Book corner
- Resources
- Graffiti wall
- Refreshments
Workshops in the Chapel
- 9:30--Teaching through Story: ways to use
stories in classrooms - 10:15--How to Tell a Story: learn the basics of
storytelling - 11:00--Families as Story Keepers: Parents and
children sharing family stories
At noon there will be a celebration for all in the church chapel. No registration is required for this event, which will be held at the church, 225 N. Main Street.
The Burning Bush Gallery is a ministry of the Gary United Methodist Church, offering art exhibits, music and other creative forms of spiritual expression. The mission of the Burning Bush Ministries is to offer programs that engage one in the creative endeavor, cultivate the spiritual life, encourage sacred conversations, promote growth in one’s faith journey and nurture those engaged in personal transformation.
For more information contact Tony Asta at 708-705-8669 or visit the church website at www.garychurch.org.
