Glider Gazette

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“You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.” — Luke 6:36 (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders!

When we understand how deeply God loves us, it changes how we see and treat others! Through Jesus, God showed us compassion. He saw our need and came to rescue us. As we learn to receive His love, we can share that love with the people around us.

Having compassion means being tenderhearted toward others—caring about what they are going through and looking for ways to help. It means imagining what it might be like to be in their shoes and treating them with love, dignity, and respect. Every person we meet is made in God’s image and worthy of our care!

Compassion grows as we put love into action. We can write a note of encouragement, listen when someone is having a hard day, invite someone sitting alone to join us at lunch, or help our parents with a chore. Even when we don’t know exactly how someone feels, we can listen and show them they matter.

Who needs a little extra care today? Think of one way you could show that person compassion. A small act of kindness can make a big difference!

Imagine if each of us showed compassion every day. It would change the world. Together, let’s help others experience a glimpse of God’s love!

Glide On!
Kwan

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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 Luke 6:35-36 in the Bible. Why should we be compassionate?

• What are ways to show compassion to others?

• When has someone been compassionate toward you?

• What are ways that you could be a helpful neighbor?

• What is one thing you can do today to show kindness to someone?

• How does being compassionate show the love of Jesus?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• PARTY WEEK!! Join moderators and Lightglider friends at 5pm EST / 4pm CST on Friday for the Fall Harvest Party!

• Play the Game of the Week, Gliddle Galaxy! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday morning gets a surprise in their inventory!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer videos

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

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

• Be a Lunchroom Leader! Look for someone sitting alone at lunch or recess and invite them to join you. Including others shows compassion and helps them feel seen and valued - just like Jesus sees us!

• Write or Speak Kind Words! Write a short note or say something kind to a classmate, teacher, or family member who might be having a hard day. Compassion can be as simple as using your words to lift someone up!

• Listen and Help! When a friend or sibling is upset, stop what you’re doing and really listen. Offer to pray for them or help in a small way. Listening with care shows that your heart is full of God’s 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 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 Race 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: PARTY DAY!!! Meet in the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Fall Harvest 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 Zane Jumping Marvel, Iris Bumblebee Glory, and Faith Valiant Defender! You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

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Zane Jumping Marvel has been nominated for the Spotlight by a fellow Lightglider that is so grateful for Zane’s generosity in giving gifts throughout the Academy! Way to go, Zane!

Iris Bumblebee Glory and Faith Valiant Defender are two of our newest Gleam Team members! Nice work, Lightgliders!

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!

Mountain Melee

Hey, it’s Tambika! This bonus mission we’re sending you on is definitely tough, but I think you are the right Lightglider for the job! You’ll be going into the mountains to take on another Machine spawner. You’ll need some fancy gliding skills to brave the waves of Machines!

Be ready to dodge and weave through the Machine attacks, and let the Gliddles you rescue help you out! Be sure to check your Gliddles’ energy levels at the bottom of the screen. If all of your Gliddles are tired, send them back to the Academy and rescue more!

Once you’ve defeated the Machine spawner, you’ll be able to save all the Gliddles without trouble. Try to save a purple Gliddle or two for the end. Their chain lightning powers are very strong against Machines that try to rush at you. Keep them at bay and glide on!

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Glide on!

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“And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow - not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below - indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.” - Romans 8:38-39 (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders!

We have been discussing the Far Greater Story of God’s love for us in recent weeks. We are currently learning about redemption and how God bought back our lives through Jesus. Redemption shows us how greatly we are loved. That love gives us confidence, and confidence in God’s love helps us live with courage!

To be courageous is to be brave—to try new things, to do hard things, and to take the first step even when we might fail. Courage doesn’t mean we never feel afraid. It means we’re willing to try, trusting that God is with us!

Because our confidence comes from God’s endless love, we don’t have to succeed at everything or impress everyone. When we stumble, our value does not change. We can ask for help, learn from our mistakes, and try again. This takes courage!

As Lightgliders, we can show courage by including someone who feels left out, standing up for someone being treated unfairly, or admitting when we have done something wrong. Knowing we are loved gives us courage to love others—even when it’s difficult!

Be courageous today, Lightgliders! Don’t shrink back from difficulties or from opportunities to help those in need. Remember that you are never alone. Nothing can separate you from God’s love.

Glide On!
Tambika

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Here are some questions to think about as you learn about courage this week!

• Read Romans 8:38-39 in the Bible. Why can God’s love give you courage?

• What are some ideas for purposeful adventures in your neighborhood, at your school, or in your community?

• When have you been courageous?

• What can you do to overcome fear?

• What makes you feel brave?

• What does it look like to live with courage?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Maze Chase! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday will receive a prize the following week!

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• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

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

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

• Try something new! Be courageous and step out of your comfort zone. This could mean raising your hand in class, trying a new sport, or meeting a new friend!

• Help someone in need! Show courage by standing up for someone who is being treated unfairly or by offering help even when it’s inconvenient!

• Face hard things with faith! If you’re worried about a test, a challenge, or a tough situation, pray first and then face it with courage, remembering that God’s love goes with 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 Freeze 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 Ace Super Defender 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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Both of our Lightgliders are being spotlighted this week for reaching new levels in Lightgliders! Ace Super Defender is our newest member of the Gleam Team and Newton Risky Champion has reached Level 120! Way to go, Lightgliders! Keep collecting light and leveling 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!

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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“The Lord is my light and my salvation—so why should I be afraid?” — Psalm 27:1a (NLT)

Hey Lightgliders!

This week, we’re talking about the Lightglider value of confidence—and how it grows out of a deep understanding of Redemption! 

Confidence comes from a strong belief that you are known and loved. We can live with confidence because of how much God knows and loves us! But how can we be so sure of this? 

Because of what Jesus did at the cross! Remember what it means to redeem something? To buy it back. God sent Jesus to redeem us, to purchase back our lives. This means that we never have to question our value, no matter what anyone says or thinks about us. We are known and greatly loved by the Creator of the universe!

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Never forget how valuable you are. You always have a reason to be confident because of what Jesus did for you. Our confidence does not come from our abilities, how many friends we have, or how well we behave. These things change, but God’s love does not! Our confidence comes from His immeasurable love for us, demonstrated by Jesus at the cross.

When our confidence is anchored in God’s unchanging love, we can find the courage to shine in dark places and stand up for what is right. We can also admit when we are wrong, ask for forgiveness, and turn back to God. We don’t have to pretend to be perfect to be loved!

Understanding Redemption reminds us that God knows us completely and loves us deeply. Because of this, we can face each day with confidence!

Glide On!

Santiago

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• Read Psalm 27:1-3 in the Bible. How do these verses increase your confidence?

• How can a knowledge of God’s love affect our confidence?

• Where does your confidence come from?

• What is an example of a time when you stood up for what was right?

• What distracts you from resting in God’s love?

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Use your Lightgliders Journal to answer these questions!

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• Play the Game of the Week, Tinker Tech! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday will receive a surprise in their inventory!

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• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

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

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

• Walk tall in God’s love! When you feel nervous at school, practice remembering that God loves you and calls you valuable. Take a deep breath, stand tall, and remind yourself, “I am loved by God!”

• Speak up for what’s right! Confidence gives you courage to stand up for others, even if it feels scary. If someone is being left out or treated unfairly, show confidence by speaking kind words or inviting them in.

•Admit mistakes boldly! True confidence means you don’t have to hide your failures. If you mess up, say sorry quickly and move forward, knowing your value doesn’t change because of God’s 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 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 Follow the Leader 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 Flash Mysterious Detective 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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Flash has a hilarious sense of humor. From witty comments, to cracking jokes and sharing funny stories, he is the one to ask if you want to laugh!

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And Lily has been nominated by a fellow Lightglider who said, "Lily is a great friend and attends events often and is super fun to talk to. She gifts people a lot and is really funny!” 

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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!

Tinker Tech

The Lightglider leaders need you! When we’re in the Yonders, one of our goals is to defeat the Machines in order to rescue gliddles and restore the land! In order to do that, we are always looking to build new tech to help us battle. In Tinker Tech, we need you to build different kinds of tech out of the parts available to help in this mission!

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Glide on!

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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)

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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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