Glider Gazette

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“I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.” - Philippians 3:14 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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I get the distinct privilege of introducing our new Unit on the Lightglider Goals. 

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Do you know what a goal is? Well, let me tell you! 

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A goal is the idea of a future result that we are committed to achieve. We as Lightgliders have three goals that never change. You’ll hear about them a lot in the Academy. They are easy to remember and they all start with “R”. In fact, they all start with “RES”. 

1. Respect

2. Rescue

3. Restore

Every day we are committed to these goals because we seek a future where everyone and everything is respected, rescued, and restored!

• In Lightglider Academy, we respect ourselves and each other. 

• In the Yonders, we rescue Gliddles from the clutches of the Machines.

• In Glideon, we restore the land from the blight that is contaminating the land.

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Setting goals is important because they give us something to strive for! They also help us live with purpose and to spend our time wisely. When we set a goal, we commit to think and act in ways that will help us reach it. And, if you look closely at the Lightglider goals, you’ll see that they clearly point to the Far Greater Story.

Glide On!

Santiago

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P.S. Goals are also what I hope to score in my next soccer game!

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• Read Philippians 3:12-14 in the Bible. Why does Paul say he wants to reach the end of the race?

• What are goals and why are they important?

• What are the goals of a Lightglider?

• What goals are you pursuing?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Check out the Game of the Week, Gliddle Crafts! Every Lightglider on the leaderboard this Saturday receives a prize!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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

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

• Talk with a parent or trusted adult this week about some goals that you can set! 

• Set a goal for the week, a goal for the month, and a goal for 2026!

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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 Flounder today for a game of Hide & Seek around 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 Iris Bumblebee Glory, Aurora Heroic Dogooder, and Newton Risky Champion! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Iris has been nominated for the Spotlight for being an all-around great friend to have in the Academy! Keep it up, Iris!

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Aurora has been nominated for the Spotlight for all of her hard work on missions in the Yonders! Nice work, Aurora!

And Newton is being Spotlighted because he loves sharing the Word of God with others! He even leads his own Bible study group on Sundays at the Prayer Circle! Check it out and way to go, Newton!

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!

Timberlands Approach

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Hey, it’s Bryce! Are you ready to take on the Machines once again? We’re sending you to the Timberlands Approach, an area infested with Machines! Rescue the Gliddles there and get ready to battle!

Watch out for Machine attacks, especially from the blue Machines! Their blasts are very powerful. If you get hit too much, you’ll lose a chunk of armor and have to start back at the last checkpoint!

Be careful out there, and remember to keep an eye out for secret grates!

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Glide on!

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“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.” - Ephesians 5:1-2 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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Did you know that the Lightgliders story that you have entered into points to a far greater, far more important story? In Lightgliders we seek to respect, rescue, and restore. And you will learn how these goals point to The Far Greater Story, the true story of God’s love for us revealed in the Bible!

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The Bible reveals God as the ultimate respecter, rescuer, and restorer. He RESPECTS us by creating us in His image and giving us dignity and purpose. He RESCUES us from the grip of sin and death through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. And He promises to completely RESTORE our broken world one day so that we may live forever with Him. This is The Far Greater Story.

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We are so glad you’re here. Yes, you are here to play games, meet friends, and have fun. But, your purpose for being here is far greater! 

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Glide On!

Marlon

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• Read Ephesians 5:1-2 in the Bible. What are ways to follow the example of Jesus?

• What is your favorite Bible story about Jesus and what do you learn from it?

• How can we best learn about God’s love?

• Why is the cross the ultimate example of love?

• What is your favorite family memory and why?

• How can you share the far greater story of God’s love for you?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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

• Play the Game of the Week, Hover Frenzy! 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 - STORY - to receive a surprise in your inventory!

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

• Talk with a friend about your favorite Bible story. What does this story teach you about God?

• Invite your family to participate in a week-long kindness challenge! Find ways to show kindness to each other, classmates, neighbors, and more and talk about them at dinner each night!

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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 Flounder today for a game of Boost Tag 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 Ripcord Daring Guardian, Ripcord Smashing Licorice, and Shade Fearless Buccaneer! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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All three of these incredible Lightgliders are now on the GLEAM TEAM!!! Way to go, Lightgliders!! And congratulations!

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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!

Hover Frenzy

It’s madness on the hoverboard assembly floor! With so many Lightgliders that need new hoverboards, production is trying to keep up! Help keep assembly on track by catching the falling hoverboards and putting them on the conveyor belt before they all fall to the ground. Purple hoverboards are worth more points, so be sure to grab those when you can! Watch out though, you can’t carry too many!

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Glide on!

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“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.” - John 1:5 (NLT)

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Hey Lightgliders!

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If you are new around here, we - the other Lightglider leaders and me - want you to know that you were MADE TO SHINE! That is something you will hear a lot here because we must believe this and be reminded of it regularly. Let me tell you what this means.

• God created you uniquely. There is no one in the history of the world like you. No one else has your exact personality, interests, and talents. In other words, you were MADE. 

• You have opportunities every day to use your uniqueness to love God and to love others in ways that only you can. When you do this, you SHINE. You bring light into the world. And, if there is one thing you need to know about light, it always defeats darkness.

• When you put these two ideas together, it is easy to see that you were MADE TO SHINE! 

And this is what we Lightgliders seek to do each day. This can feel like a big responsibility. But, like a candle in a dark tunnel, even the smallest light can be blinding. If you’ve been to Machine Bunker in the Yonders, you know what I mean!

Jesus is the True Light of the world. As we follow him, we will reflect him and will shine like stars in the heavens. Let’s reflect his love and light everywhere we go this year!

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Glide On!

Bryce

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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 John 1:1-5 in the Bible. What are all the things we learn about the “Word” in these verses?

• What does it mean to live in God’s light and to share it with the world?

• What do you think it means to shine?

• In what ways do you shine in the darkness?

• How were you uniquely made to love God and love others?

• How could your interests, personality, or talents be used to shine?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the game of the week, Treehouse Jumping 2! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a prize in their inventory!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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

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

• Think about how God made you uniquely! Write down three things that you are good at and think about how you can impact others with those good things!

• Ask three friends how they see themselves as unique!

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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 Hazel in the Courtyard for the monthly New Player Tour at 5pm EST / 4pm CST!

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Flounder 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 Fern Spirited Marshmallow and Zane Jumping Marvel! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Fern is a great Lightglider! She shares ideas, apologizes when she is wrong, and is great at starting conversations with others! Keep it up, Fern!

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Zane is such a funny friend to have around! He’s patient, is very active in the community, AND he also has an incredible treehouse! Way to go, Zane!

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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!

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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“In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.” - Matthew 5:16 (NLT)

Hey there, Lightgliders! It is the beginning of a new year at Lightglider Academy. We begin each year sharing with the community what it means to be a Lightglider. My name is Kwan, and it’s my job to make sure you’re outfitted, trained, and ready for action.

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Lightgliders are defenders of good, a force made up of individuals just like you that shine light in the darkness and help out those in need. Right now, the land of Glideon is in need!

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For unknown reasons, a mysterious gooey substance called blight is spreading all over the land. At the same time, diabolical Machines have appeared and are kidnapping lovable creatures called the Gliddles! It’s up to us to go on missions to clear away the blight and rescue the Gliddles from the Machines!

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Being a Lightglider is a purposeful adventure. As you play this Christian adventure game, you will have opportunities to learn about the greatest adventure there is—to know, grow in, and show the love of God.

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If you have visited Lightgliders on a computer or on a mobile device, click “Lightglider Academy” from the menu to access the world of Glideon. Explore the Courtyard, Innovation Lab, Library, and Mission Control! Or visit the Yonders to go on exciting missions. You’ll battle Machines, rescue Gliddles, clear blight, meet other Lightgliders, and much more. Play minigames, watch videos, create postcards, and read messages. As you do, you will level up your light bar and unlock more to do! 

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As you explore the Academy or click “Faith & Fun” on the menu, you will see that the activities inside Lightgliders are color-coded. I want to make sure you know what the colors mean. Let me try to help!

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Everything in Purple is a Game. There are lots of games to play inside Lightgliders.

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Everything in Green is a Spark. These are short video stories that help us learn an important lesson from the Bible.

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Everything in Orange is a Prayer. These are short prayer videos to do on your own or with a family member. 

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Everything in Pink is a Postcard. Customize these and send them to your friends!

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Everything in Red is a Message. These are messages about the Lightgliders gameplay, the weekly lessons, Spotlight announcements, and more. (Fun fact: You are currently reading one!)

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Everything in Blue is LGTV.  These are videos to encourage fun, learning, and laughter. They include Tutorials, Bible WHAT?!, Gliddle Game Gab, and more!

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In time, you’ll learn more than just skills for battle and adventure. You’ll learn about the Far Greater Story found in the Bible, the story about the God who loves you more than you could possibly imagine.  As Lightgliders, we seek to RESPECT, RESCUE, and RESTORE every day because that is what God has done and is doing for us, in us, and through us. You were made to use what He has given you to help a world in need. You were made to shine!  

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Welcome to Lightgliders! Let’s glide! 

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Glide On!

Kwan

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P.S. Come find me in the Innovation Lab!

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• Read Matthew 5:14-16 in the Bible. What does the Scripture say shines out for all to see?

• In what ways did you shine today?

• What is on your heart to pray about?

• What does it mean to rescue something?

• What does it mean to put others before yourself?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Use the Mystery Code - LIGHTGLIDER - for a surprise in your inventory!

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

• Use your words to encourage. Tell a sibling or friend something you appreciate about them! It could be how hard they work at school, how funny they are, or that you are thankful just to know them! 

• Use your hands to serve. Offer to help your parents with something out of the ordinary! Maybe your brother always takes the trash out, but you can do it this time!

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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 Flounder 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 Zane Amazing Thinker and Macy Golden Champion! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Zane has been a Lightglider for nearly FIVE YEARS!! We’re so glad to have you as part of the community Zane!

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Macy is such an encouragement to everyone she meets! She’s always asking if someone has a prayer request or needs a gift! Keep it up, Macy!

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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!

Glider Training

Hey Lightglider, it’s Bryce! We all know that hovering above the ground on your glider is a blast, but wouldn’t it be awesome to fly? I’m ready to train you to use the hover tech in our gliders to soar to new heights! Tap and hold to gain altitude, and release to descend! Managing the force of your glider as well as the incoming obstacles is the key to a good flight. Fly as long as possible to get the high score!

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Glide on!

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Hey Lightgliders!

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Read the passages below from the Bible as a family.

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Read Luke 2:1-15

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“Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others - the armies of heaven - praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.’” - Luke 2:13-14 (NLT)

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Think about and discuss these questions:

• Why is Jesus’ birth important?

• How did the shepherds respond after they saw the angels praising God?

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Read Luke 2:16-21

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“After seeing him, the shepherds told everyone what had happened and what the angel had said to them about this child.” - Luke 2:17 (NLT)

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Just like the shepherds, we are to share the good news of Christmas with others. Jesus is the reason for the season! 

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Merry Christmas!

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 the full Christmas story found in Luke 2:1-21 in the Bible. How can we “celebrate” Christmas all year long?

• Why do you celebrate Christmas?

• What are you looking forward to this Christmas?

• Ask God for ideas for ways to celebrate Jesus.

• What is the meaning of Christmas?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Christmas Treehouse Jumping! Everyone on the leaderboard this weekend gets a prize!

• Check out the Bible WHAT with Marlon as he talks about the Christmas story in Luke 2!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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

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

• Shine by including someone who might feel left out! Whether you’re at a school event, a Christmas party, or a family gathering, invite a friend or a family member who is sitting alone to play! Christmas is about Jesus coming close to us - so you shine when you help someone feel loved and welcomed!

• Shine by serving your family without being asked! Help wrap gifts, pick up the living room, set the table, or play with your younger siblings. And do it with a happy heart! Serving is a way of saying, “I love you,” the same way Jesus showed love by coming to serve us!

• Shine by giving more than just presents - give kindness! Write a thank-you note, make a card for a neighbor, share a toy with a sibling, or forgive someone quickly when they annoy you. Gifts are fun, but kindness lasts longer. When you choose love, patience, and forgiveness, you shine like a Christmas light pointing to 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! 

• Wednesday: No games today! Happy Christmas Eve!

• Thursday: No Bible Chat today! Merry Christmas, Lightgliders!

• 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 Ezra Prudent Lion and Sparkle Valiant Superstar! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Ezra loves praying and playing games with his friends. He constantly comes to the Ambassador hangout and is such a joy to have around!

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Sparkle always has a song ready for worship time. She is such an encouragement and she welcomes everyone she meets.

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!

Neglected Institute

Bryce here! I’ve pinpointed the location of an abandoned Institute. It’s full of Machines that we have to battle, as well as Gliddles we need to rescue! 

Be careful roaming those halls--our sensors show that there are giant Machines inside. Team up with Gliddles and battle hard! Remember, if a Gliddle gets tired, the next Gliddle will take its place as your battle partner. Right-click to switch Gliddles on the fly. Maybe you want to conserve a Gliddle’s energy, or maybe you’ll want to use the right Gliddle for the job!

There seems to be an interconnected door system in the Institute. Unlocking one door will unlock many others! Be on the lookout for door switches and out-of-place grates!

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Glide on!

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“You love him even though you have never seen him. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy. The reward for trusting him will be the salvation of your souls.” - 1 Peter 1:8-9 (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders!

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Faith is a word you may hear quite a bit among people who go to church. But what does it mean? To have faith in something simply means to trust and believe in it. Did you know that we all practice faith on a daily basis? If you sit down in a chair, you trust and believe in that chair. You trust and believe that it will hold you up when you sit down! 

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Faith in Jesus is similar. It means that our trust and belief is in Him. We trust and believe that He is the Savior of the world. We can live with confidence and joy because our faith is in the only One who can rescue us from sin, evil, and death. And, according to our theme verse this week, the reward for our faith in Jesus is salvation. Jesus saves us from our sin and gives us eternal life. This is good news!

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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 1 Peter 1:8-9 in the Bible. What is your reward for trusting Jesus?

• How do you exercise your faith?

• What do you have faith in?

• Take time to pray and ask God to help you trust Him with everything in your life..

• How can faith in Jesus give you confidence?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Ornament Toss!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Check out this week’s Bible WHAT?! with Marlon as he discusses our theme verse!

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

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

• Trust Jesus when you feel scared or unsure! Example: You have a big test, a game, or you’re nervous about something at home. Instead of panicking, pray: “Jesus, I trust You. Help me be brave and do my best.” Then believe He is with you! That kind of calm, confident trust shines to everyone around you.

• Choose what’s right even when it’s hard, because you believe Jesus rescued you! Example: Your friends want to cheat on homework, lie to a teacher, or be mean to someone at lunch. You decide not to join in - even if they think it’s “not cool.” You might say, “I’m not doing that,” or quietly walk away. Living like you belong to Jesus shows faith in action.

• Share the good news with kindness and joy! Example: A friend feels guilty, sad, or like they mess up too much. You say something like, “I mess up too, but Jesus forgives me. He loves us a lot.” You don’t preach - just share hope. When you point someone to Jesus the Rescuer, your faith becomes a bright light!

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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 Flounder today for a game of Glad-Libs 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: PARTY DAY!!  Meet in the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Christmas Light Spectacular 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 Grace Creative Mastermind, Hazel Risky Marshmallow, and Rose Purple Willow You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Grace Creative Mastermind

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Hazel Risky Marshmallow

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Rose Purple Willow

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!

Purple Mountain

It’s Nisha again, and I have a new mission for you. Purple Mountain is infested with Machines and blight, and it’s up to you to restore the mountain to its original majesty! 

Some Machines are trapped in the blight themselves! It’s easier to battle them while they can’t move around, so wait to clear the blight until after the Machines are defeated. Remember to clear blight before you grab the extra RES they drop! If most of your Gliddles get tired, bring them to a Zipway so that they can come to Lightglider Academy and rest.

Our scouts say that Purple Mountain is full of secret areas! Some of them lead to even more powerful Machines and many treasures, so stay alert and look out for open doors, grates, and fences!

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Glide on!

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“So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” - John 13:34 (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders! 

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As Lightgliders, we seek to respect, rescue, and restore! Hopefully, you know that by now. But do you know why we do these things? We do them because of the love that was shown to us by God through Jesus! Because of His great love, we are respected, rescued, and restored. Therefore, we value love here. Love motivates each of the three Lightglider goals. In fact, we want it to motivate everything we do in life. That’s why it is one of our core values. 

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When we love, we put the needs of others ahead of our own. Unfortunately, our selfishness will continue to try to rule our thoughts and motivations, so we need to be continually reminded to love. The best reminder for me to love is to remember what Jesus did on the cross. He did that for me. And because He chose to love me when I didn’t deserve it, I try to remember to be grateful and motivated to love others. 

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What does it look like to love the people in your life?  Do you offer words of encouragement? Do you serve, give gifts, write notes, smile, hug, share, or listen? There are lots of ways to love others. Love energizes any atmosphere.

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Glide On!

Nisha

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• Read John 13:34-35 in the Bible. What will our love do to the world?

• Why can it be difficult to love?

• What does love look like to you?

• Who has God given you to love?

• What is one way you will put the needs of others in front of your own this week?

Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• It’s Christmas in the Academy!! And we’d love to see your Christmas Cre-Nativity for our Postcard Contest this month! Create a Christmas Postcard and send it to your friends! Nominate your favorites and spread the Christmas cheer!

• Play the Game of the Week, Bible Code Breaker! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday will receive a prize!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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

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

• Look for someone to encourage every day this week! Love lifts others up! Pick a new person to encourage each day! Say something kind to a classmate, thank a teacher or parent, or compliment someone who may feel unnoticed! A simple word of encouragement can brighten someone’s whole day and show God’s love in action!

• Serve someone without being asked! Lightgliders shine by doing small acts of service. Help clean up after dinner, carry a friend’s supplies, hold the door for others, or help a younger sibling with homework! Serving quietly - without expecting a reward - is a powerful way to put others first!

• Practice “Listening Love!” One of the most loving things you can do is truly listen! Listen when a friend is upset, pay attention when someone is talking, ask others how they’re doing and care about the answer, and put away distractions when someone needs help! Listening shows respect, value, and love - just like Jesus listens to us. 

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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 Flounder today for a game of Silly Sentences 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 Granville Wind Artist and Scooter Dangerous Bobbin! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Granville is a great friend to have in the Academy. He loves doing missions, playing games, and participating in events.

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Scooter is always up for playing a mission or a game with his friends! He's very active, and loves encouraging 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!

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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Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me. - ‭‭John 14:6‬ (‭NLT‬‬)

Hey Lightgliders!

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Did you know that the Far Greater Story is not a fairy tale or a myth? All we have talked about over the last few weeks--Creation, Rebellion, Redemption, and Restoration--is true. It was proven true by a person we can learn about, Jesus, and an event that we can investigate, His death and resurrection.

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Think about that. Something happened in human history that proves that the story of God’s love for you is true.

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As a refresher, here are all the parts of the story:

• Creation tells us how this world and our lives became a reality. God created.

• Rebellion explains why there is evil, suffering, and death in this world. It is because we all have rebelled against God. This is called sin, and it is destructive. 

• Redemption shares how Jesus defeated sin and death through the cross event and made a way for us to be saved.

• Restoration gives us insight into why the future is bright. Jesus will restore all that is broken, and God will live with His people forever.

• Jesus – His life, death, and resurrection – proves that this is no fairy tale. The Far Greater Story is true. God’s love for you is real and He wants to have a relationship with you today and every day.  

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Christianity rests upon Jesus and what He did at the cross. If Jesus did not die on a cross and come back to life, then our faith in Him is only wishful thinking. But the truth is that He did die. He was buried in a tomb and He rose again, defeating sin and death for us. This is the gospel message. The word “gospel” simply means “good news,” and the good news is that Jesus is our Savior. Because of Jesus, we are forgiven and can live in a wonderful relationship with God forever. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to dive into what this means for our lives!

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Glide On!

Marlon

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

• Read John 14:6 in the Bible. What is Jesus claiming about Himself?

• Why is the cross so important?

• What Lightgliders values come from understanding Creation and Rebellion?

• What Lightgliders values come from understanding Redemption and Restoration?

• What evidence is there for Jesus’ resurrection?

Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• New Ambassadors and Senior Ambassadors announced this week! Check out the Spotlight Blog to welcome our newest leaders in the Academy!

• Play the Game of the Week, Boost Fusion!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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• Check out Bible WHAT?! featuring Marlon! He’s talking about the cross event in verses 1 Corinthians 15:3-4!

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

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

• Share the Good News with kindness! Since The Far Greater Story is true, you can shine by sharing the good news of Jesus with others! Tell a friend that God loves them, invite someone to church, pray for someone who is sad or struggling! Sharing hope - gently and respectfully - helps others see that Jesus is real and His love makes a difference!

• Bring restoration wherever you go! Because Jesus defeated sin and will one day restore all things, you can shine by helping fix what’s broken around you! Clean up a messy part of your classroom without being asked, apologize and make things right after hurting someone, or help someone solve a problem! These small acts point to the big future restoration that Jesus promises!

• Live like someone who belongs to God! Since the Gospel is true, you can shine by living out your identity in Christ! Choose honesty even when it’s hard, show kindness instead of revenge, stand up for someone being left out, and forgive others because Jesus forgave them AND you! Your everyday choices show the world that you believe the true story about Jesus and His transforming love!

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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 Hazel in the Courtyard for the monthly New Player Tour at 5pm EST / 4pm CST!

• Wednesday: Let's play some games in Lightglider Academy at 6pm EST / 5pm CST! Join moderator Flounder 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 Shade Fearless Buccaneer, Flash Mysterious Detective, and Aurora Heroic Dogooder! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Congratulations to our three newest Ambassadors inside the Academy! Wahoooo!!!!

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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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“Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.” - Colossians 3:23 (NLT)

Hey Lightglider!

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This week we wrap up our unit on Restoration by talking about RESPONSIBILITY. God will restore all things one day, and while we wait, we can work to restore the world around us in small ways as a signpost of a wonderful future to come. We do this by the way we steward our lives and carry out our responsibilities. 

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To be responsible means to steward what we’ve been given with great care. It means to do what we’re supposed to do – even when we don’t feel like it – because it is the right thing to do. We are to always do our best with everything God has given us to do and care for. 

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What has God given to you to do or care for? I would guess it includes your friends, family, schoolwork, homework, extracurricular activities, chores, and even the time in your day. That’s a lot, I know. To make it easier, I encourage you to always be thinking about three questions.

• What am I supposed to be doing right now?

• Am I doing it?

• Am I doing my best at it?

Once you know what you’re supposed to be doing and you choose to do it with excellence, you are being responsible. And, Lightglider, you are shining, whether you know it or not! I want to encourage you today to know that when you are responsible with what you’ve been given to do or care for, you will be given greater responsibilities. You will have more opportunities to shine, which is what you were made to do! 

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Glide On!

Kwan

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As you think about responsibility this week, here are some questions to reflect on by yourself or with a family member!

• Read Colossians 3:23-24 in your Bible. What does it mean to work for the Lord rather than for people?

• What are the responsibilities in your life?

• What “little things” in your life are you responsible for?

• In what areas could you be more responsible?

• Do you give your best in everything you do?

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• Play the Game of the Week, Coin Catcher! 

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• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage

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

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

• Do your daily tasks with excellence! Whether it’s cleaning your room, finishing homework, helping with dishes, or taking care of a pet, you can shine by doing these tasks willingly and well - not just because someone is watching, but because you want to honor God! Showing care in the little things builds trust for bigger things later.

• Be a good friend and teammate! Responsibility isn’t just about chores - it’s also about how we treat others. You can shine when you keep your word, show up on time, encourage teammates, invite someone in who is being left out, and many more! These small acts restore relationships and point others to God’s love!

• Use your gifts to help your community! You can take responsibility by serving in ways that match your talents - just like Kwan in the Innovation Lab! This might look like helping younger kids at church or school, picking up trash at the park, joining a service project, or volunteering to lead a group activity! When you use your gifts to make things better, you shine bright!

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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 Flounder 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 Poppy Pip Explorer and Jefferson Swift Hero! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Poppy is great at encouraging her friends, asking great questions at events, and being helpful with answering questions that others have! Way to go, Poppy!

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Jefferson loves worshipping Jesus at prayer time on Fridays! He’s very creative and inspiring to other players!

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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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“I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life.” - 1 John 5:13 (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders!

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We have recently been looking at the final chapter of The Far Greater Story known as Restoration. We have learned that, through Jesus, we have eternal life. We have learned that He will come back one day and restore all that is broken. Because we have this hope for tomorrow, we can live with peace today. When you have peace, your mind is calm and your heart is not troubled. Peace comes from Jesus, who promises us a bright future with Him.

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Is your mind and heart experiencing peace today? If not, talk to Jesus and ask Him to comfort you. He loves you more than you could possibly imagine. Eternal life with Him is the end of the Far Greater Story. Or is it the beginning?

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Let’s celebrate this good news in Lightglider Academy this week!

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Glide On!

Santiago

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• Read 1 John 5:13 in the Bible. How does belief in Jesus give us peace?

• Who are you thankful for?

• How can thankfulness in what God has done for you give you peace?

• Which of your friends are on your mind to pray for?

• How can you spread peace to others through thankfulness?

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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 Bacon ‘n’ Eggcellent Adventure!! New gliders and outfits will be given out to everyone in attendance!

• Play the Game of the Week, Fruit Fling! Every Lightglider on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a prize in their inventory!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos.

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

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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 Flounder today for a game of Guess Who’s Who 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: PARTY DAY!! Meet in the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Bacon ‘n’ Eggcellent Adventure 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 Aurora Heroic Dogooder, Newton Risky Champion, Iris Bumblebee Glory, and Grace Creative Mastermind! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Congratulations to Aurora for making it to level 120!! Nice work, Aurora!

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Congratulations to our "Pretty Encouraging" Postcard winners:

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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!

Entryway

Hi there! My name’s Kwan, and I handle technology at the Academy. I have a mission for you that requires some quick thinking! The Entryway to some sort of abandoned building has a ton of special switches and secrets, so explore every nook and cranny of this level! Rumor has it that there’s also some sort of giant Machine somewhere on the Entryway grounds!

Can you get into the first room of the building? There’s some sort of special switch that you have to find and press… maybe it’s in a hard-to-reach area? Or maybe it’s hidden in plain sight? You’ll have to go to find out!

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Glide on!

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