Jesus' Values

Jesus: His values and the role of the disciples today

Who is Jesus for me?

Jesus for me is my saviour, because he saved us from feeling guilt and from our sins.

What are values?

Morals that you believe will help you become a better person or achieve one of your goals.

What are Jesus’ values?

To love all even your enemies, respect for one another and to think before you do.

Do your values align with Jesus?

Often my behaviour does not align with Jesus’ values as I am sometimes tempted to do the wrong thing.

What is a disciple?

A disciple is a friend/associate of Jesus  

What are the roles of today's disciples?

To love and serve God/Jesus and to lead others into the light like Jesus did.

How do you live as a disciple of Jesus?

By praying everyday, not doubting him and also trying my best to live like him myself.

The Exclusive Hotel

The Exclusive Hotel

The day had come. I could not apprehend that we were really going to the Cordis Hotel. One moment
we were in class and the next, we were in a bus driving through the city. I had used Scratch before for
some practise, but never for anything as interesting and fun like coding!

I was extremely excited to be going to a posh hotel, I just didn’t know what to expect. When we hopped
off the bus we were welcomed by a lady named Sarah, who was one of the people we were working with that day. She introduced herself then led us off through the main entrance. We walked down some
stairs and entered a room next to another school.  To my amazement, I was breath taken by the organized,
productive and luxurious sight.  “A room filled with Laptops on tables, my gosh where am I?” I thought.
We sat down on the massive mat space and were welcomed by Michael and Sarah once more. Melianna,
AJ and I were asked to do rock, paper, scissors, to see who was going to speak on the phone with
“Radio New Zealand” which later on didn’t happen.

We sat at a desk and were approached with water. “WATER! What hotel has their own water?!” I imagined
to myself. Then we began. Next to the expensive laptops was a small booklet, a mouse and a pen. The
device had already been logged in and set up on to the site Scratch. In the booklet was instructions that told
us what to click to make a game, it also had checkboxes which we used the pens to check once we had
done each stage. The game was called Ghostbusters. We clicked on things like “backdrop, sprite character”
and then clicked on the programming icons like motion, looks, sound and more. Eventually other people
from around the world (I think) had come into the room and walked around to other students asking about
what they were learning.

By the time most of the students including myself had finished our games, most of the ministry people had
left and it was time to pack up. We sat on the mat once more, then were asked if anyone could show their
game. Cathy, Melianna, Tiana, Charlee, Cleo and I had presented our games to the class, then sat back
down. Certificates were handed to us as we lined up. After that we were escorted out of the building.
That was my experience at the  Cordis hotel.

During my time at the Cordis Hotel I had loads of fun. The time went unbelievably fast. Speaking to many
people from around the world was great. The air conditioned room and the bottled water just added a fun
and professional touch to the place. I enjoyed every second of that day and look forward to creating more
coding games on Scratch!

Reuse Poster

This is my reuse poster. We have been learning about Reuse for about 2-3 weeks now as well as reduce and recycle. I created this using google drawings and other tools .

Recycle Poster

This is my recycling poster. We have been learning about Recycling for about 3-4 weeks now alongside with reduce and reuse. I created this using google drawings .

Reduce Poster

This is my Reduce poster. We have been learning about Reduce for about 2-3 weeks now and also reuse and recycle. I created this using google drawings and other tools .

My Pilgrimage Journey

Turning our lives back to God

I can turn my life back to God by doing good deeds and fulfilling his word. Another 3 ways I can
do this is by saying prayers before I eat, praying for helpless souls and showing the ten commandments.
I want to change this lent by committing to my promises, doing the whole 40 days and being the kindest
person I can be. If I strive to be a better person, creating more stillness in my life and to think more with my
heart then my mind it may help to make this change happen. Younger people can do this by cleaning up
after themselves (toys, clothes) and praying with their family. However people of my age can do this
by taking care of the younger ones, praying more often and embracing holiness.

Growing in Holiness

I can grow in holiness by being more prayerful and helping others. 3 more ways I can do this is by going
to church more often, being in stillness and having self-control. This lent I want to grow in Holiness by
praying for protection over our generation, being patient with others and showing courage. I believe that
if I become more spiritual, embrace God more and be more faithful I can grow in Holiness. Kids of younger
generations can grow in Holiness too by going to church with their family, praying before they eat and
saying prayers before they go to sleep. However older kids/teenagers can do the same thing but in a more
responsible way.

Making an inward Journey in your heart

To make an inward journey in my heart I will be doing what I believe is right for everyone, caring for others
and choosing the right path. I will also be a role model for others of younger generations, watch and learn
from my elders and inspire others to do the work of God. To change this lent through making and inward
journey in my heart, I will  be supportive and welcome new children. Some ways that can help make this
happen are if others encourage me or join me in my journey. Young people can do this too by not being
fussy with their parents and not back chatting to their elders. Elder people (adults, adult teenagers) can do
this by setting an example for younger people and turning off electronics and living a little.

Striving to live as a better person

To live as a better person you could set goals and stick to them. You could also work hard, strive for success
or support/help others.  As a person striving to live as a better person you could change these 40 days of
purple by helping out in the church, being kind to everyone and  making promises you can keep. I can
change this lent by having a good attitude, not getting into business that isn’t mine and taking care of little
ones. If everything goes well it would really help. Little children can follow in my footsteps by trying their
best in everything. However, kids the same age as me could do this by setting an example for younger
children and also smiling because it is scientifically proven that is you smile you automatically feel better.

Bringing Jesus into our mind each day

I can bring Jesus in my mind each day by praying in the morning when I wake up. I could also do this by
attending church more often and reading more about Jesus to give me a better example of what religiousness
is , and pray for others that need prayers. For lent this year I want to turn back to God and ask for forgiveness
for the bad choices I have made. Some ways that would help make this happen is if I pray every night,  attend
church more and if I have commitment. Younger children can do this by saying a short prayer before they eat.
People my aged can do this by reflecting on they’re bad doings and asking for forgiveness.

Woven Photo Portrait

This is my woven photo portrait. We have been working on these for the past few days/week. We used many tools such as selfies - coloured and non-coloured, glue sticks and a special technique called weaving. I believe that with time and patience you can accomplish this too.

Woven Photo Portrait

1. What did you accomplish?

I accomplished making a woven portrait of myself  following a chequerboard pattern.

2. Are you satisfied with your woven photo portrait? Why / Why not?

Yes I am satisfied with my large woven portrait because each square is equal and symmetrical in size.

3. What did you find easy when you created your woven photo portrait?

I found it easy to place the pieces down as it was a large piece of paper. However my small portrait was not so easy.

4. What did you find challenging when you were weaving your woven photo portrait?

I found it challenging to make my face features symmetrical.

5. What do you need to work on?

I need to work on taking my time and being patient with my work.

6. What would you adjust with your woven photo portrait?

I would take my time and try to be more precise because I was rushing.

7. What would you do next time to improve your self portrait?

I would improve on my technique.

All about me

Last week was the first week of school for the year of 2018. At this moment in time we are learning about "All About Me". This is the time we get to learn about each other. This is my All About Me poster. I made this poster on Google Drawings using tools we learned about.

 

All About Me

Talofa

My name is Ferah and I am a Year 8 girl in Room 1. I am 11 years old and I am part German,
full Samoan and full Kiwi.

Over the holidays I had travelled to Wenderholm beach, Rainbows End and
my family hosted a Family Reunion in Whangarei. I also love sports and occasionally
like catching up with my friends.