Glider Gazette

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“He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.” - Ephesians 1:7 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

As we continue through the Far Greater Story, we’ve reached its climax: Redemption! This is Chapter 3 of the story of God’s love for us. To redeem something means to buy it back.

In Chapter 1, we learned that God created everything and called it good. He made us in His image, which means every person you meet has dignity and value. In Chapter 2, we learned that we have all rebelled against God’s goodness and love. This is called sin. Because of sin, the world is full of pain, brokenness, and death. Without the next part of the story, we would be left without hope.

But God, in His goodness, has not left us hopeless! He sent His Son, Jesus, to redeem us. Jesus died for our sins and rose again, making a way for us to be forgiven, restored to God, and live with Him forever. Our salvation came at a great cost—and God’s love for us is that great!

This is the heart of the Far Greater Story: we could not rescue ourselves, so God came to rescue us. Through Jesus, He offers us forgiveness and a place in His family. That is what it means to be redeemed!

As you go through your week, remember how deeply God loves you.

Glide On!
Tova

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Take some time this week to think about God’s great love for you and the redemption He offers! Here are some questions to get you started.

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• Read Ephesians 1:6-8 in the Bible. 

• What is God rich in?

• How did God purchase our freedom?

• How can we be redeemed by God?

• What is redemption?

• How do you show people you care?

•How can being redeemed give you confidence?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• It’s Find a Mod week! Find Mildred in the Academy this week, say hello, and receive a prize!

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Kwan’s Microchip Maker!

• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Use this week’s Mystery Code - REDEEM - for a surprise in your inventory!

Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Say thank you to Jesus! Take time to thank Jesus in prayer for redeeming you. Gratitude reminds you of His love and helps you live with joy!

• Show kindness to others! Because Jesus redeems us, we can honor the dignity in every person we meet. Look for ways to encourage, include, or help someone today.

• Forgive like Jesus forgave you! If a friend, sibling, or classmate hurts you, choose to forgive instead of holding a grudge. Forgiveness shows others the love of Jesus!

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: If you are new to Lightgliders in the past month (or even if you’re not), join moderator Hazel for Lightgliders 101 at 5pm EST / 4pm CST! She’ll have fun prizes and a Glideon-wide scavenger hunt waiting for all new Lightgliders.

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Crazy Croquet Multiplayer in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

• Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

•Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Fern Spirited Marshmallow and Justice Ninja Professor! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Fern has been a member of the Lightgliders community for over two years. She knows all the ins and outs of Lightgliders, has great tips for leveling up, and is an all around great friend to have!

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Justice is great at helping others with missions on Mission Monday. He's hilarious, kind, and such a caring Lightglider!

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And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

River Rapids

Hello! It’s Nisha. I have a bonus mission for you, along the river in the Yonders! It looks like there are lots of Machines down there, but they all seem...tiny. You’ll have to look out for these teensy Machines, they’ll try to bite you! Keep your distance from them!

Your armor defense system has a long range and can stun Machines for a short time, but it isn’t very powerful. Try grabbing a blue Gliddle to deal with the Machines on either shore. Blue Gliddles are slow to fire, but they have a long range and deal a ton of damage!

Grab all the coins and you will finish this mission! Glide on!

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Glide on!

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“Don’t lie to each other, for you have stripped off your old sinful nature and all its wicked deeds.” - Colossians 3:9 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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Oomph. I just got back from the Yonders and it was rough! I barely escaped without getting covered in blight. 

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We’re talking about honesty this week in Lightgliders, so I guess I need to practice it myself. Sometimes it’s hard for me to admit when I’m discouraged. But being honest means being truthful—even when the truth is hard to admit.

It’s important to be honest about how you’re feeling. Pay attention to your feelings and share them honestly with God and with people you trust. God already knows exactly how you feel, so you can always be honest with Him in your prayers.

It’s also important to be honest with others. Have you ever told a lie to make yourself look good or to avoid getting into trouble? Sometimes we’re tempted to protect ourselves rather than tell the truth and accept the consequences.

Here’s the honest truth about me right now: I want you to think I’m a skilled Lightglider, but I don’t always succeed. I’ve failed plenty of times out there in the Yonders. In fact, I couldn’t even complete my last mission! I’m going to talk to Nisha and ask for her advice. With her help, I hope to succeed next time.

Wow, I’m realizing even as I write this to you that honesty and humility are connected!

Being honest honors God and shows others that we can be trusted. Speak the truth, Lightglider. Refuse to lie. In doing so, you are showing the character of Christ.  

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Glide On!

Bryce

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Take some time this week to think about honesty! Here are some questions to get you started.

• Read Colossians 3:8-10 in your Bible. What does it look like to strip off your old sinful nature and put on your new nature? How can we receive this new nature?

• What does it mean to be an honest person?

• In what ways could you be a more honest person?

• Have you ever been lied to? How can dishonesty be hurtful?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Dip’n’Dodge, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a surprise added to their inventory! 

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• Watch this week’s Sparks and Prayers 

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• Use this week’s Mystery Code - HONESTY - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Be honest with God in prayer! If you’re feeling sad, worried, or frustrated, talk to God about it instead of pretending everything is fine. He already knows your heart and loves you no matter what!

• Tell the truth, even when it’s hard! If you forgot to do your homework, broke something, or made a mistake, choose to admit it instead of covering it up. Honestly builds trust with parents, teachers, and friends!

• Ask for help when you need it! Just like Bryce went to Nisha for advice, practice honesty by admitting when you don’t know something or when you’re struggling. It’s a humble way to grow in character!

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Hide & Seek in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

• Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Blaze Epic Champion and Alan Radical Sweeper! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Blaze is THE person to ask if you need prayer. He also has great suggestions at Gamestorming, helpful advice for new players, and a remarkable sense of humor!

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Alan is an incredible member of the Lightgliders community! He's always welcoming new players, praying for others, and remembers to follow up on things other Lighgliders share!

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And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

Cave In

Hey Lightgliders, Tambika here! I have a new bonus mission to give to you! We’ve received word of a Cave In inside the Volcano, and we need to chart a new path through the blight that’s built up in there. But there are many powerful Machines inside! With your defense system jammed, you won’t be able to fight back! Luckily, they are trapped in the blight.

If you can create a path through the blight that doesn’t let the Machines escape, you can beat this mission! Plot your course carefully and you’ll come out on top! You may be thinking,  “Vol-ca-no!” But, I say “Vol-ca-YES!” You can do it!

Have you completed some of the secondary objectives? Doing so earns you extra Materials! Can you clear 100 blight in this mission? Choose what blight to clear carefully, though--those Machines are ready for any mistake!

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Glide on!

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“Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away.” - Acts 3:19 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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We have been learning about the Far Greater Story in recent weeks. This is the most important story ever. It is the true story of God’s love for us! 

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We talked about how God is good and how He called all that he has created “good.” However, we have rebelled against Him and have chosen at times not to live in accordance with His love and truth. This is called sin. It causes brokenness in us and in the world around us. 

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Once we recognize that we have sinned, we have the opportunity to repent. To repent means to change our minds and direction–to turn away from sin and turn to God. This requires humility. The Bible tells us to repent and turn to God so that our sins may be wiped away.

And here is the good news: God is faithful to forgive us! When we confess our sin and turn to Him, we can trust in His mercy and forgiveness. He restores the harmony in our relationship with Him and helps us live in His love and truth.

And when we understand how freely God forgives us, we can learn to forgive others too!

Knowing that God is willing to forgive you, is there someone you need to forgive? Think about that this week!

Glide On!
Tambika

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Here are some activities for you to do and questions to reflect upon this week in Lightgliders. Do these by yourself or with a family member!

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• Read Acts 3:17-20 in the Bible. How are your sins wiped out?

• What does it mean to repent?

• Why can we be willing to forgive others?

• What do you need to repent of and who do you need to forgive?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• PARTY WEEK!! Join us in the Courtyard on Friday at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Flashback Friday Party! Everyone in attendance will receive new gear and a glider!

• Play the Game of the Week, Machine Blitz 2! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a prize!

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• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Marlon has another Bible WHAT for us this week to check out!

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - FORGIVE - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Say sorry to God! Take a quiet moment to pray and confess something you’ve done wrong. Ask God to forgive you and help you make a better choice next time.

• Forgive someone who hurt you! If a friend, sibling, or classmate upset you, choose to forgive them instead of holding a grudge. Show the same grace that God shows you!

• Make things right! If you’ve wronged someone (like saying something unkind or breaking a promise), take action to fix it - apologize, be honest, or do something kind to rebuild the relationship.

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: Join moderator Primrose in the Courtyard for the monthly Spotlight Celebration Party at 5pm EST / 4pm CST!

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Boost Tag in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! This week we’re talking about The Lord’s Prayer! 

• Friday: PARTY DAY!! Meet in the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Flashback Friday Party!!

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Glimmer Golden Cloudburst, Faith Valiant Defender, and Iris Bumblebee Glory! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Congratulations to our Postcard Contest Winners!!!

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1st Place - Glimmer Golden Cloudburst

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2nd Place - Faith Valiant Defender

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3rd Place - Iris Bumblebee Glory

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And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

Blight Web

Transmission from Bryce! I have a bonus mission for you! We’ve found an area of the Yonders where several Gliddles are trapped in a web of blight. We need you to work your way through the web, battle the Machines there, and rescue the Gliddles!

Try to be methodical. These Machines are pretty strong, but it’s easy to dodge their attacks if you are ready for them! Good luck!

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Glide on!

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“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor.” - James 4:10 (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders!

This week we are discussing humility.

Last week we introduced Chapter 2 of the Far Greater Story: Rebellion—how we have all rebelled against God and fallen short of His goodness and love. Even though we are created to shine like stars in the universe, none of us is perfect. Sin and selfishness have been part of our world since the Garden of Eden, and we still see their effects today, both in ourselves and in the world around us.

Admitting that we need God takes humility.

To live with humility means recognizing that we cannot depend on our own talents, accomplishments, or even our good behavior to save us. We need God’s love, forgiveness, and rescue. That’s what makes the good news of Jesus so amazing!

Humility helps us take the focus off ourselves. Instead of always trying to prove how good, talented, or important we are, we can trust in Jesus, live in God’s love, and look for ways to love and serve others.

When you go on enough Yonders missions, you’ll eventually find one filled with puzzles called “Keep Out!” That’s a good name for it, because anyone who is too proud to fail might want to keep out! To complete the mission, you’ll need humility. You might fail at some puzzles before you figure them out, and that’s okay.

The same is true in life. Sometimes you’ll succeed, and sometimes you’ll fail. Through it all, remember that you need God, keep learning, and stay humble!

Glide On!
Nisha

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Here are some activities for you to do and questions to reflect upon this week in Lightgliders. Do these by yourself or with a family member!

• Read James 4:10 in the Bible. What will God do as we humble ourselves?

• What does it mean to be humble?

• In what ways do you take an interest in others?

• What is one area of weakness where you need God’s help?

• What are ways to point others to Jesus?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Postcard Week!! Send postcards depicting your favorite Bible story to your friends and nominate your favorite ones! Use your creativity to shine in the Academy this week!

• New Ambassadors & Senior Ambassadors announced this week! Say congratulations to the newest leaders inside the Academy!

•Play the Game of the Week, Treehouse Chase! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a prize!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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Humility

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Live with Humility

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• Use this week’s Mystery Code - HUMILITY - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Ask for help! When something is hard at school, home, or on a team, shine by admitting you don’t know it all and asking a parent, teacher, or friend for help instead of pretending you’ve got it all figured out.

• Celebrate others! Instead of wanting the spotlight for yourself, look for ways to cheer on your friends, classmates, or siblings when they do something great. Be the loudest fan in the stands!

• Say “I’m sorry” and mean it! When you make a mistake or hurt someone, practice humility by apologizing sincerely and not making excuses.

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: If you are new to Lightgliders in the past month (or even if you’re not), join moderator Hazel for Lightgliders 101 at 5pm EST / 4pm CST! She’ll have fun prizes and a Glideon-wide scavenger hunt waiting for all new Lightgliders.

•Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Guess it Right! in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

•Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Faith Valiant Defender, Alvin Risky Bunch, Ace Epic Mastermind, and Flash Jumping Wayfarer! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Lightgliders, say hello to your newest Ambassadors inside the Academy! Way to go, Lightgliders! Keep it up!

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And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

The Candybot Cometh

Hey, it’s Bryce again! I have another bonus mission for you. It’s the most dangerous mission yet, so please be careful! There is a very powerful Machine in an abandoned building in the Yonders. Its electromagnetic field is interfering with the auto-defense systems in our armor. We can’t battle this Machine!

Knowing when and where to move is the key to getting through this battle. This Machine (nicknamed “The Candybot” by some Lightgliders) has a very robust defense system, but it won’t activate if you aren’t in the same room as it. Use quick tactics to swoop into the room, grab the Gliddles trapped there, and then get out of there!

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Can you clear the blight surrounding the Candybot and grab the coins there? This will be a great test of skills! 

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Glide on!

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“If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth. But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.” - 1 John 1:8-9 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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We’ve just spent a few weeks learning about Chapter 1 of the Far Greater Story – Creation. To understand Creation is to understand that God created everything, and that includes you and me! And because He created us in His image, we have dignity, purpose, and tremendous value. This part of the story explains how we got here. 

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Today we are introducing Chapter 2 of the Far Greater Story, which is called Rebellion. This explains what went wrong in our broken world. A rebellion is an open resistance to an established ruler. As our Creator, God is our authority. He is in charge. To rebel against Him is to disobey His commands. This is called “sin.” We sin when we miss the mark of God’s goodness and love. Whether we sin on purpose or by accident, we are rebelling against God’s loving rule and are violating our purpose. The Bible shares how this first happened in Genesis 3. But, it has also happened a lot by me, you, and everyone else. We all have sinned. And the Bible tells us that the consequences of sin is death. 

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This is why we need to be rescued. We need our sin forgiven, our lives transformed, and our world healed. Until we understand this, the good news of Jesus will not make sense to us.  

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Pray this week for help to recognize the ways in which you have rebelled against God’s loving rule and pray for the courage to confess these things to Him. Then read this week’s theme verse - 1 John 1:8-9. It is good news! 

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Glide On!

Kwan

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Take some time this week to confess your sin to God. Here are some reflection questions that may help.

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• Read 1 John 1:8-9 in your Bible. What happens when we confess our sin? 

• In what ways have you rebelled against God?

• When has someone wronged you?

• What does it look like for you to obey God’s commandments?

• How can understanding our rebellion lead us to humility?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• It’s Find a Mod week in the Academy! Look for moderator Viola this week, say hello, and receive a prize!

• Play the Game of the Week, Blight Shuffle! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a prize!

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• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Use this week’s Mystery Code - REBEL - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

• Don’t miss Marlon’s Bible WHAT as he takes a look at Romans 3:23!

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Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Practice honest prayer! Take a quiet moment this week to talk to God about times you’ve made mistakes or disobeyed. Ask Him for forgiveness and strength to grow.

• Say sorry quickly! If you hurt someone with your words or actions, shine by apologizing right away and asking for forgiveness. This reflects humility and love.

• Choose obedience! Look for one way each day to follow God’s commands - like honoring your parents, telling the truth, or showing kindness, even when it’s hard.

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: Join moderator Mildred and Lightglider friends for the Lightglider Talent Show! Meet in the Academy at 5pm EST / 4pm CST!

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Tic-Tac-Toe in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

• Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Faith Fearless Adventurer, Shade Fearless Buccaneer, Flash Smashing Champion, Newton Risky Champion, and Storm Noodle Hero! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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These Lightgliders submitted the top 5 Heroes of the Bible art submissions from our August contest! Way to go, Lightgliders!

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Faith Fearless Adventurer

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Shade Fearless Buccaneer

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Flash Smashing Champion

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Newton Risky Champion

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Storm Noodle Hero

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And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

Sludge Valley

Tambika here! Are you ready for a new mission? We need you to help clean out the swampy area of Sludge Valley. Make no mistake--it can get pretty gross in the swamps! Add on Machines and blight, and you have a recipe for potential disaster! The Gliddles that live here don’t mind the usual swampy muck, but the blight makes the area completely uninhabitable. Rescue them and bring them to Zipways so they can live peacefully in the Treehouses!

Although blight usually spreads along the ground, it can also creep up tree trunks and choke the tree branches. Click on trees multiple times to slowly restore their original beauty with your RES! You can usually find amazing treasures and Materials under the blighted trees once they are fully restored!

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Glide on!

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“God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” - 1 Peter 4:10 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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The last three weeks we have been doing a deep dive into Chapter 1 of the Far Greater Story – Creation. God is our Creator. And, because He created us, we have tremendous purpose and value. Because you are made in the image of a powerful, good, and creative God, you have the ability to be creative yourself. That’s why we are discussing “Creativity” this week. You were creatively created by a creative Creator. Therefore, what good things are you inspired to create today?

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Think of ways to use your unique gifts to put a smile on other people’s faces. Dream of ways to make an impact. Live with passion. Pursue beauty. Use your imagination. Be inspired. Create art and music. Come up with new ideas and innovations to help the world around you. 

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If you go into the Academy this week, use creativity to design an awesome treehouse. Use imagination to encourage others with every postcard you send out. Inspire others to play games together.  

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Be creative today. In doing so, you will reflect your Creator. 

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Glide On!

Santiago

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Take some time this week to be creative! Here are some reflection questions that will help.

• Read 1 Peter 4:10 in your Bible. In what ways are you gifted? How can you exercise creativity today?

• What are some ways to get to know God?

• Who inspires you? Why?

• What does it look like for you to be filled with the Holy Spirit?

• What do you think it means to be creative?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Dance Party Pinball! Everyone on the leaderboard gets a prize!

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• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Use this week’s Mystery Code - CREATE - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

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Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Make something to share! Draw a picture, write a poem, or build something and give it to a family member or friend to brighten their day!

• Encourage others with creativity! Use your imagination to write a kind note or a handmade card to encourage someone who might need a smile.

• Solve a problem with an idea! Look around your home, school, or neighborhood and think of one way you could make things better - like organizing toys, creating a game to include others, or inventing a new way to help with chores!

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: If you are new to Lightgliders in the past month (or even if you’re not), join moderator Hazel for Lightgliders 101 at 5pm EST / 4pm CST! She’ll have fun prizes and a Glideon-wide scavenger hunt waiting for all new Lightgliders.

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Sardines Hide & Seek in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

• Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Grace Cupcake Superstar and Lily Wild Marshmallow! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Grace is so easy to chat with! She asks great questions, loves praying, and is great at noticing the little details! Keep it up, Grace!

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Lily absolutely LOVES playing games with her friends in Lightgliders! She's always patient, kind, and there when you want to chat!

And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

Waterfall Meadow

Hi, Lightglider! My name is Tambika, and I handle administration here at Lightglider Academy. I’m ready to send you on your first official mission: going to Waterfall Meadow! You’ll learn the basics of gliding, battling, and rescuing there. Here’s a couple of tips to help you out: 

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1. Use your mouse to glide around. Remember to keep your cursor on the game screen at all times to maximize your movements!
2. When rescuing Gliddles, you can carry up to five at a time. To rescue more Gliddles, drop the ones you have off at a Zipway to send them back to the Academy, and then go find more Gliddles!

3. Remember to keep your distance when battling Machines! Stay close enough so that your defense system will activate, but far enough away so that you can dodge Machine attacks!

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There are plenty of treasures and secrets in the Yonders. Keep your eyes peeled for things that don’t seem to belong in their surroundings! Hope to see you back in the Courtyard soon!

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Glide on!

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“Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king.” - 1 Peter 2:17 (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders!

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As we continue exploring Creation, Chapter 1 of the Far Greater Story, we are taking a look this week at “RESPECT.” Because you were created in God’s image, you have dignity and purpose. Therefore, you are worthy of respect. And this is also true of everyone you meet! That’s why the #1 goal of a Lightglider is respect - respect for ourselves and respect for others. We pursue this goal because when you respect yourself and those around you, you are honoring the One in whose image you were created!

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So how do we do that? We show respect in the way we treat others and in the way that we treat ourselves. Are we showing care to those around us? Are we showing care to ourselves – to our own minds, hearts, and bodies?

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Whether it’s your best friend or someone you don’t get along with very well, choosing to show respect is what Lightgliders strive to do. So, when you’re in Mission Control, the Innovation Lab, or the Yonders, look for ways to show respect to all the other Lightgliders.

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Glide On!

Marlon

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Take some time this week to focus on respect - for yourself and for others! Here are some reflection questions that will help.

• Read 1 Peter 2:15-17 in the Bible. How does being part of God’s family help us to respect everyone?

• Why does everyone deserve respect?

• What are ways to show respect to yourself?

• What are ways to show respect to others?

• Who can you pray for who has caused you difficulty?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• It’s PARTY WEEK!! Join Lightglider friends in the Courtyard on FRIDAY August 29 at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Heroes of the Bible Party!

• Play the Game of the Week, Sling Escape! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a surprise in their inventory!

• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos 

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• Use this week’s Mystery Code - RESPECT - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

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Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Listen without interrupting! When someone is talking - whether it’s a friend, parent, or teacher - show respect by listening carefully and waiting your turn to speak. It shows that you value what they have to say!

• Take care of your body and mind! Eat healthy, get enough sleep, and take breaks when you need to! Respecting yourself means caring for the amazing way God made you!

• Be kind to everyone - not just your friends! Say hello, share, or offer help to someone you don’t usually talk to. Showing respect even when it’s hard is a powerful way to shine as a Lightglider.

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: Join moderator Primrose in the Courtyard for the monthly Spotlight Celebration Party at 5pm EST / 4pm CST!

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Glad-Libs in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! This week we’re talking about The Lord’s Prayer! 

• Friday: PARTY DAY!! Meet in the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Lightglider Heroes of the Bible Party!!

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Shade Fearless Buccaneer and Zane Jumping Marvel! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Shade is AMAZING at making sure everyone is included. He can always cheer someone up with his funny comments or his way of gifting others!

Zane is so much fun to have around! He's always up for a game, loves participating in events, and he has an amazing sense of humor!

And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

Dodge ‘Em Up

Hey, it’s Kwan! There’s a new mission into the Yonders, and we need you! We’ve discovered the location of another Machine factory. We need to shut it down and save the Gliddles that are in there!

Remember that different Machines have different weaknesses. The Gliddles you rescue have different powers to lend to you, so experiment with different Gliddles by right-clicking. If you see a [!] sign pop up from a Machine, you’ll know that the Gliddle power you’re using is dealing the Machine you’re fighting extra damage! Make sure to dodge the blue Machines’ attacks. They will stun you!

Also, be sure to check every nook and cranny for secrets! You never know what will be on the other side of a mysterious grate!

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Glide on!

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“For through him God created everything in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can’t see - such as thrones, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities in the unseen world. Everything was created through him and for him.”  - Colossians 1:16 (NLT)

Hi Lightgliders! 

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Our theme verse this week makes it very clear – we were created for God! If you believe this, you cannot help but live with purpose! To live with purpose means to live with the belief that your life matters. It is one of the five core values of a Lightglider.

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Your life is both valuable and meaningful because God made you in His image. He made you for a purpose. He made you to be His!

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In Lightglider Academy, we rescue Gliddles, clear the blight, and seek to help others any way we can. Look around you. The world is in need and you were uniquely created to make a difference! Each day provides us a new opportunity to live a life of great purpose!

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Glide On!

Tova

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Here are some activities for you to do and questions to reflect upon this week in Lightgliders. Do these by yourself or with a family member!

• Read Colossians 1:15-19 in the Bible. What do these verses have to say about Jesus?

• What does it mean to be “created through him and for him?”

• In what ways do you live with a sense of purpose?

• In what ways do you want to positively impact the world?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Laser Squad! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a prize!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Use the Mystery Code - PURPOSE - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

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Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Help someone in need! Look for ways to be helpful - carry a friend’s backpack, hold the door open, or cheer up someone who’s feeling sad. Just like rescuing Gliddles in the Yonders, you’re making a real difference!

• Do your best at school! Whether you’re solving a math problem or cleaning up after art class, give your best effort. Living with purpose means showing up every day ready to learn and grow!

• Pray for someone today! Ask God to help a friend, teacher, or family member. Prayer is one way to live with purpose and show that you care about the people around you.

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: If you are new to Lightgliders in the past month (or even if you’re not), join moderator Hazel for Lightgliders 101 at 5pm EST / 4pm CST! She’ll have fun prizes and a Glideon-wide scavenger hunt waiting for all new Lightgliders.

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Rock, Paper, Scissors in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

• Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Amber Adventurous Adventurer and Luna Jellybean Victory! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Amber and Luna recently joined Lightgliders and they've been crushing it in the community! They're always kind, willing to send gifts to their friends, and they love praying for others!

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And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

Waterfall Cavern

Hello again! It’s Tambika, and I’m giving you a new mission in Waterfall Cavern, just underneath Waterfall Meadow. This cave seems to be where a lot of the blight is coming from, so we need to get in there and destroy the blight inside! Click on blight next to you to clear it. You can click and drag on multiple blight patches to restore them quickly! Blight usually covers treasures and Materials in the Yonders. Go ahead and grab them; you can trade them for cool stuff here at the Academy!

Clearing blight uses RES, the yellow bar to the left of your screen. If you run out, don’t worry. Just come back to the Academy and hang out. Your RES will recharge over time, and then you can go back to the mission where you last passed a checkpoint! Be on the lookout for RES orbs in the Yonders as well. Don’t grab the RES orbs if you’re already full on RES, or they’ll be wasted!

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Glide on!

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“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” - Genesis 1:1 (NLT)

Hello there Lightglider!

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We are beginning a deep-dive into the Far Greater Story, the true story of God’s love for us. This story has four overarching chapters – Creation, Rebellion, Redemption, and Restoration. Understanding this story can greatly impact our lives, including our sense of purpose and hope for the future. Over the next few weeks, we are looking at chapter 1 of the story – Creation.

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Did you know that the Bible begins by telling us that God is the Creator? The very first verse of Genesis tells us this! He created the heavens, the earth, the animals, and human beings. And He called all that He created good. And Genesis 1:27 tells us that God created us in His image. You were made in the image of a good, holy, and loving God.

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Do you realize what this means? It means that you are extraordinary. Your life matters. You are extremely valuable and capable of great things! Did you know that?

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Because you bear God’s image, you have incredible dignity that is worthy of respect. And, in the same way a mirror reflects your image back to you, you have the opportunity to reflect God’s image to the world. You were made to shine!

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Glide On!

Nisha

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Here are some activities for you to do and questions to reflect upon this week in Lightgliders. Do these by yourself or with a family member!

• Read Genesis 1:26-31 in your Bible. What did God say about all that He had made?

• How do you know that your life matters?

• How does understanding creation help us understand human dignity?

• What are you amazed at in God’s creation?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Obsta-Cool Course Can you make it on the leaderboard by Saturday morning to receive a prize?!

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• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Check out Marlon’s Bible WHAT: Genesis 1:27!

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• Use this week’s Mystery Code - CREATION - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

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Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• Show respect to others. Since everyone is made in God’s image, treat others with kindness and respect - whether it’s a neighbor, sibling, or someone you pass by in the grocery store! Smile, include others, and speak with love.

• Take care of God’s creation! Pick up litter at the park, recycle at home, or help water plants. Taking care of the world around you is a way to reflect the Creator’s goodness.

• Use your talents to help! Whether you’re good at drawing, organizing, building, or encouraging others - use your gifts to help and encourage someone else this week. You were made for a purpose, so let that light shine!

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: Join moderator Mildred and Lightglider friends for the Lightglider Talent Show! Meet in the Academy at 5pm EST / 4pm CST!

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of 20 Questions in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

• Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Buttercup Epic Champion and Aurora Dazzling Clementine! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Buttercup has been nominated by fellow Lightgliders for having AH-mazing outfits and an AH-mazing treehouse! Nice work, Buttercup!!

Aurora has also been nominated by a fellow Lightglider who said she sends incredible postcards just to brighten her friend’s day! Keep it up, Aurora!

And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

The Candybot Cometh

Hey, it’s Bryce again! I have another bonus mission for you. It’s the most dangerous mission yet, so please be careful! There is a very powerful Machine in an abandoned building in the Yonders. Its electromagnetic field is interfering with the auto-defense systems in our armor. We can’t battle this Machine!

Knowing when and where to move is the key to getting through this battle. This Machine (nicknamed “The Candybot” by some Lightgliders) has a very robust defense system, but it won’t activate if you aren’t in the same room as it. Use quick tactics to swoop into the room, grab the Gliddles trapped there, and then get out of there!

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Can you clear the blight surrounding the Candybot and grab the coins there? This will be a great test of skills! 

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Glide on!

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“Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous - how well I know it.” - Psalm 139:14 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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We’ve talked about two important parts of love: loving God and loving others. But there’s one more important piece to the picture – loving yourself! 

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Did you know that YOU are beautiful in the sight of God?

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The Bible tells us that God created us with care, purpose, and love. Because God made us and calls His creation good, we must learn to see ourselves the way He sees us!

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Loving yourself doesn’t mean thinking you are better than everyone else or making yourself the most important person. That kind of love leads to pride. Instead, loving yourself means recognizing that you are someone God created, someone He knows, and someone He deeply loves.  

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Think about this: the same God who created the amazing skies we look at, the earth we walk on, and the air we breathe also took the time to carefully and creatively design every part of you. He created your personality, your gifts, your abilities, and every part of who you are. How incredible is that!? 

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When we understand how much care God put into making us, our response is worship and gratitude. We can celebrate what He has made – including ourselves! 

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So remember this, Lightglider. You are wonderfully made by God. You are deeply loved. And you are created with a purpose. Show yourself some love today!

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Glide On!

Tambika

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• Read Psalm 139:13-16 in the Bible. According to these verses, how did God make you?

• What are ways you can show love to yourself?

• What is one thing you appreciate about how God made you?

• Name an area of your life where you would like God to help you grow in love?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• It’s Find a Mod week! Keep an eye out for Flounder this week in the Academy, say hello and receive a prize!

• Play the Game of the Week, Bible Code Breaker! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a prize in their inventory!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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Use the Mystery Code - LOVEYOURSELF - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

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Dream of ways to shine this week. Here are some suggestions!

• The “Mirror Truth” Challenge! Look in the mirror today and name one thing you see that you’re thankful God gave you - your smile, your curly hair, your freckles, or something else. Remind yourself: “God made this on purpose and it is good!”

• The “Try Something New” Challenge: Because God made you creative and capable, try something new this week. It could be a new game, a new skill, or a new project. You don’t have to be perfect–you just have to be willing to try. Loving yourself means trusting that God has given you gifts and abilities worth exploring.

• The “Wonderfully Made” Challenge: Grab a piece of paper and write down three things you’re thankful for about yourself – things on the inside or outside. Maybe it’s your imagination, your patience, your senses of humor, or something else unique about how God made you. Keep your note in a place where you will see it as a reminder. You are worth celebrating – not because you are better than anyone else, but because you are created and loved by God!

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Join us for Prayer Time with Penelope – Wednesday (5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST), and Friday (4pm EST / 3pm CST)! We’ll meet at the Prayer Circle, which is north of the Track.   

• Monday: Join moderators in Mission Control at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to gather in groups and go on multiplayer missions together in the Yonders! 

• Tuesday: If you are new to Lightgliders in the past month (or even if you’re not), join moderator Hazel for Lightgliders 101 at 5pm EST / 4pm CST! She’ll have fun prizes and a Glideon-wide scavenger hunt waiting for all new Lightgliders.

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Primrose today for a game of Duck Duck Boost in the Academy! 

• Thursday: Join us for Bible Chat in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to discuss this week’s theme and verse! 

• Friday: Meet in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas at this week’s time of Gamestorming.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for some fun and games.

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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations to Max Mango Scientist and Guy Dangerous Defender! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Max has been nominated by a fellow Lightglider for being very considerate, very kind, and an all around very nice guy! Way to go, Max! Keep it up!

Guy has also been nominated by a fellow Lightglider for being super helpful and kind with friends in the Academy! What a…Guy!

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And you too can be in the Spotlight and receive the Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to wear. Keep shining in all you do in Lightglider Academy -- join the community events, show respect to other Lightgliders, create amazing postcards, rescue Gliddles, restore blight, lead other Lightgliders in a game you made up, or just be a positive influence to others. There are lots of ways to shine!

Bible Code Breaker

Marlon here! Part of my job at Lightglider Academy is to unlock the secrets of the Far Greater Story. You can help me uncover the hidden messages from the Bible by solving the code! My advice is to start small. Figuring out small words like “the,” “and,” “I,” “a,” and “an” will help you on the larger words. Remember, the code is always different from puzzle to puzzle! 

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Glide on!

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