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Our Christian value this half term is

Repeat This Word: Kindness - Center for Parent and Teen Communication

kindness

(noun)

 The quality of being kind.

...to be kind is to 'be generous, helpful and think about others' feelings.'

examples:

'She's a very kind and thoughtful person.'

'It is very kind of you to help us.'

 

other words for kindness/being kind:

generosity, compassion, thoughtfulness

 

opposite: unkind

(Cambridge Dictionary)

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Have a think...

How do people show kindness?

When did you last show someone kindness?

Think of an example of when someone was kind to you.

How does it feel if someone is kind to you?

Is it always easy to be kind?

The opposite of being kind is being unkind.  How does it feel if someone is unkind to you?

Kindness is free — sprinkle that stuff everywhere. 🌿 Lately I've been  reminded how powerful simple kindness can be — the quiet kind that doesn't  ask for anything in return. A gentle

 

The Bible teaches us about the importance of being kind. 

We should think about how we want to be treated ourselves and then treat others in the same way.

This is the Golden Rule:

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you (Luke 6:31) Greeting Card

We should treat others with kindness as we ourselves would like to be treated with kindness.

In the Bible we are told to 'clothe ourselves with kindness' along with other positive qualities.

Imagine getting dressed in the morning and putting on kindness!

Verse of the Day: Colossians 3:12

Here are some more quotes from the Bible about kindness:

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Here are some links to video clips and a podcast about kindness:

BBC Newsround: Your tips for being kind:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/av/37997591

Colour your world with kindness:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdA2sByFX1I&t=13s

CBeebies Radio: What's the big idea? Kindness

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p07rn7qf

 

This half tern we will be celebrating the Harvest Festival.

Watch this video to learn more:

BBC Newsround: Harvest Festival - What is it? And are you doing anything to celebrate it?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9L_kaxWrgI 

 

Look out for more details on our newsletters!

Supporting the Foodbank's Harvest Collection – St. Matthew's On-line

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