Fellowship—July 2002 Rejoicing in Our Freedom Major Janice Joubert Eastern Territory Decorations Award prizes to those who named the 6. writing implement (pen) The decorations most states. 7. legal document (deed) should be in a 8. tree (pine) Patriotic Song patriotic motif— 9. cloak (cape) Match these patriotic songs with the the bald eagle, 10. dude (dandy) songwriters. American flags, 11. interjection (indeed) 1. “America the Beautiful” the Liberty Bell, 12. bite (nip) 2. “America” Uncle Sam and 13. affirmative (yea) 3. “You’re a Grand Old Flag” red, white and blue streamers. This 14. profound (deep) 4. “The Star Spangled Banner” program could be held in a park or a 15. a parent (dad) 5. “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” member’s backyard. 6. “God Bless America” Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Refreshments 7. “Dixie” (Independence Style) On the refreshment table use blue 8. “Yankee Doodle” Adapt the TV program “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” using questions plates, cups and napkins, with red a. Francis Scott Key with a patriotic theme. The library and white checkered tablecloths. Serve b. Irving Berlin a white sheet cake decorated as an c. Julia Ward Howe or the Internet is a good source for American flag (see page 19) or vanilla d. Richard Shuckburgh material for the questions. Following ice cream with strawberry and blue- e. George M. Cohan are some sample questions: berry toppings. f. Samuel Francis Smith 1. In what city was the Declaration of g. Daniel Decatur Emmett Independence Day Independence signed? h. Katharine Lee Bates (a) Washington D.C., (b) Boston, (c) Independence Day is an annual holi- Philadelphia—Answer Philadelphia day commemorating the formal adop- Answers: 1–h, 2–f, 3–e, 4–a, 5–c, 6–b, 2. How many men signed the tion of the Declaration of Indepen- 7–g, 8–d Declaration of Independence? (a) 13, dence by the Continental Congress, (b) 56, (c) 72—Answer 56 on July 4, 1776, in Philadelphia. At the Independence Day Quiz 3. The largest number of signers of time of the signing, the 13 colonies Find the answers to this quiz in the Declaration of Independence rep- were under the rule of England’s King the words “Independence Day Quiz,” resented this state. (a) Massachusetts, George III. There was growing unrest repeating any letter only as often as it (b) Pennsylvania, (c) in the colonies concerning the taxes is found in the title. Allow 5 points for Virginia—Answer Pennsylvania that had to be paid to England. As the each correct answer. 4. In the Declaration of Independence colonists did not have representation 1. college official (dean) this British monarch is referred to in the English Parliament nor any say 2. suggestion (idea) as “a tyrant” and “unfit to be the in the laws governing the country, this 3. waltz (dance) ruler of a free people.” (a) Charles II, was commonly referred to as “taxa- 4. a necessity (need) (b) Henry VI, (c) George III—Answer tion without representation.” As the 5. rely upon (depend) George III. unrest grew in the colonies, King George sent extra troops to help control any rebellion. In 1774 the 13 Freedom colonies sent delegates to Phila delphia to form the first Continental Congress. “Let all who take refuge in You rejoice, let them sing joyful praises forever. Protect The date of July 4th, Indepen dence them, so all who love Your name may be filled with joy” (Psalm 5:11 NLT). Day, was not declared a legal holiday until 1941. We can rejoice in the freedom we enjoy as Americans. Every fourth of July we celebrate political freedom from oppression. We can rejoice in Games social freedom from want by being able to work or with the help of social States and Capitals security. But the most important freedom is spiritual freedom from sin Write the name of each state on through Jesus Christ who has set us free from the bondage of sin. separate labels and give to half the Galatians 5:13,14 outlines the life of personal freedom that we can group; the other half should receive enjoy: “You ... were called to be free. But do not use your freedom the name of a corresponding capital. to indulge the sinful nature but rather, serve one another in love. The The purpose of the game is for the entire law is summed up in a single command: ‘Love your neighbor as women to find their partner and match yourself.’” Paul is pointing out that with freedom from sin we will want up the state and capital. to serve others and our freedom will grow. Name the States Jesus said of Christians, “Then you will know the truth, and the truth Working in groups of four, have the will set you free” (John 8:32). Jesus is the truth that sets us free to live women write the names of all fifty our lives rejoicing in personal freedom and purpose! states. Allow no more than 10 minutes. 34 Education—July 2002 Captain Mikey Carter The Art of Rejoicing Central Territory Decorations Speaker Thank You Visual images of joy can help us Invite a local Send a thank–you card to the tour remember to rejoice in the Lord. professor or art guide or guest speaker inviting them Decorate your room with pictures teacher to speak to a worship service. If a particular that represent those things in which on joy as shown piece of art blessed any of your mem- we can rejoice: nature, children, fam- in various works bers, write a letter to the artist indicat- ilies, flowers, people laughing, the of art. ing that your group appreciated their Scriptures. efforts and will pray for them. Program Ideas Visit a Museum The Master Artist Visit a local college or university art museum. Arrange for the staff Do you consider yourself a good artist? Has any of your artwork ever to give your group a tour of the been displayed in a museum, gallery or county fair? museum’s collection, highlighting the I can draw—circles, squares, triangles, lines and rectangles. Sometimes, works that depict joy. I can draw a recognizable horse. However, my husband can draw almost As most museums are handicapped anything and it is quite recognizable. He is an artist. That is not his accessible, invite other women who livelihood, but it is one of his passions. When I look at my husband’s have a difficult time coming to the paintings—even the ones I don’t like—I admire his skill. I have many corps building to join you. Ask the friends who are artists. One friend sews beautiful quilts, another takes Girl Guards and their mothers to be excellent photographs, another crafts masterful sculptures and yet anoth- a part of this outing. This could be a er writes intricate calligraphy. I enjoy their creations, but I lack their skill way to interest them in attending your and their patience to practice. Yet, I love to look at their handiwork. Women’s Ministries meetings. Share I enjoy viewing art at county fairs, shopping malls, schools and a meal together following the tour of museums. Some items are exquisite, some are confusing and some are the museum. Spend time discussing a little disgusting. However, all pieces of art are creations. Some are their observations of the art they saw. very effective at conveying emotions. Some encourage us to think about Museum at the Corps higher things, while others help us to focus on God and His blessings. If a museum trip is not feasible for Whether it is the work of a famous artist, your favorite vase, or the your group, borrow a slide collection most offensive painting, all artwork is missing something. They are all of famous paintings from the public less than perfect because the humans who made them are less than library. Take special notice of the ones perfect. Regardless of who you consider to be your favorite artist, there that show joy. Encourage everyone is only one true “master artist.” God, as the marvelous Creator, makes to share their thoughts about the art. the best artwork. Discuss how joy can be portrayed through many mediums—paintings, Speaking through the prophet lsaiah, God promised to make a beauti- sculptures, photographs, drawings ful masterpiece to be enjoyed by the ones who are faithful to Him. In and pottery. Isaiah 65:17–19 the Lord said: “Behold, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they Corps Art Exhibit come to mind. But be glad and rejoice forever in what I will create, for Host an exhibit of local amateur I will create Jerusalem to be a delight and its people a joy. I will rejoice artists. Include the artwork of corps over Jerusalem and take delight in My people; the sound of weeping members. Seek donations of art sup- and crying will be heard in it no more.” plies to give as prizes. A piece of art made by human hands can temporarily cause us to forget Encourage the women to create their our sadness or despair. A new creation by God can permanently wipe the own works of art and display them. sadness away. God is truly the master artist. Will you allow Him to make Remember that art can be more than a beautiful display of your life? Will you look for the new creation He paintings; include quilts, needlepoint, promised? Remember the joy you felt at seeing that particular artwork crewel, pottery and photography.