Glider Gazette

Hey Lightgliders!

We are excited to announce some exciting things happening inside of Lightgliders in 2021! 

1. Level Up in the Mobile App: If you haven’t noticed yet, as you play games, get high scores, and watch Sparks, Prayers, and LGTV videos, you will earn light and level up! Check out your Light Bar at the top right of your mobile app and keep playing to fill it up!

2. Earn Exclusive Gliders Each Month: The longer you stick around Lightgliders and play, the better the rewards! For every month (and year) you are a Lightglider, you will receive an exclusive glider to celebrate each milestone! Stay with Lightgliders for a whole year and you’ll receive the one-of-a-kind “1 Year” Golden Glider! Two years gets you a Diamond Glider!

We’re excited for this new year and can’t wait to see you around the Academy!

Glide On!

DECEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 27

CHRISTMAS

Hey Lightgliders!

Read the passages below from the Bible as a family.

Read Luke 2:1-15

“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 please.’” - Luke 2:13-14 (NLT)

Think about and discuss these questions:

• Why is Jesus’ birth important?

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

Read Luke 2:16-21

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

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

Merry Christmas!

Marlon

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Christmas Gravity Runner! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets some new Christmas decorations for their treehouse!

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

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

Christmas Spark

Christmas Prayer

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. Norman will be giving out a new Santa Hat to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard  at 5pm EST / 4pm CST. A moderator will be playing a game of Mother May I in the Academy! Penelope will be giving out a new Snowflake Glider to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Thursday: Join us in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST for a Bible Chat to discuss this week’s theme and verse! Gertrude will be giving out a new Snowflake Glider to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games.

Things to Think About This Week:

• 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?

• Who 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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Every week, more and more Lightgliders shine brightly in Lightglider Academy. It’s time to recognize them for their achievements! Congratulations, Luna Snowflake Champion and Ruby Humble Detective: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

SO BRIGHT!

Luna has shared about how much she loves the Bible and enjoys playing with other Lightgliders in the Academy!

Ruby loves helping others and is very respectful to other Lightgliders!

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!

Glide on!

DECEMBER 14 - DECEMBER 20

FAITHFULNESS‍

Hey Lightgliders!

The word “faithful” means to be true to one’s word and promises. Faithfulness is a character quality of God’s that we, as His children, can reflect. God has been, and will always be, fully faithful to His promises that we read in the Bible. 

Because He is faithful, we too are called to be faithful. When we tell someone we are going to do something, we follow through. When we are gifted with a specific ability, we are faithful to exercise that gift for God’s glory. As we continue to be faithful, God’s character will be on display through us! Can you think of examples of faithfulness? 

Here are a few that I thought of for when I am in Lightglider Academy:

• Taking care of and decorating my Treehouse so that the Gliddles have a beautiful place to live

• Using Boosts on other Lightgliders to help them on their Yonders missions

• Partnering with the Gliddles to battle the Machines more effectively

And here are a few for when I am in my home:

• Doing what my parents ask of me

• Taking my studies seriously

• Using my words to encourage others

• Taking time to pray to the One who is faithful to me

When we are faithful, we are shining light into the world!

Glide On!

Tova

“If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities.” - Luke 16:10 (NLT)

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the Game of the Week, Dip’n’Dodge! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday will receive a new hot rod glider!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

Faithful

Prayer for Guidance

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Have you collected any Christmas giveaways from moderators this month?! Join us THIS WEEK to grab all the hats and gliders you can!!

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. Norman will be giving out a new Santa Hat to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Thursday: Join us in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST for a Bible Chat to discuss this week’s theme and verse! Gertrude will be giving out a new Snowman Glider to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Friday: CHRISTMAS PARTY TODAY!! Join us TODAY at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the Lightgliders Christmas Party! 

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games. 

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Luke 16:10-12 in the Bible. Why is faithfulness important?

• How can you be more faithful, wise, and generous with what you have?

• Who do you know that is faithful?

• What dreams do you have for the future?

• How are you a faithful person?

• How has God been faithful to you?

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Every week, more and more Lightgliders shine brightly in Lightglider Academy. It’s time to recognize them for their achievements! Congratulations, Archer Pumpkin Walker and Derek Dashing Lion: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

(Did you know it’s Pythagorean Theorem Day on the 16th? Way to go, Pythagoras! Nobody will call YOU a square! (Well, maybe they’ll call you a triangle….)

Keep those glasses on, you’re shining so bright!

Archer Pumpkin Walker hasn’t been a Lightglider for long, but he has a knack for making new friends! Friendliness and fun are great virtues to have!

Derek Dashing Lion is always quick to share with others how much he loves rescuing Gliddles! His passion encourages others to do the same! 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT THIS WEEK: Ace Dangerous Ranger colored this AMAZING picture of Santiago in Glider Paint! Send your postcards, sticker pages, or complete Glider Paint pages to community@lightgliders.com to have your masterpiece featured in the blog!

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!

Glide on!

DECEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 13

MOTIVATED BY LOVE

Hey Lightgliders!

Have you ever wondered why you do the things that you do? I was recently challenged to stop and consider the motivations behind each of my words and actions. Wow, was this challenging! It’s amazing how many of my daily decisions are motivated by selfishness. Often I choose to do what I want to do. I spend my time how I want to spend it. Sometimes I even do or say nice things just so I can look good to those around me. Sometimes I get annoyed with people and say things out of anger. Every so often I do something out of genuine love and concern for others. And I want that to happen more often!

I am learning that the more I think about God’s love for me, the more I am motivated to love others. I really want to do things each day out of a heart that is filled with love. I’m not there yet! Pray and ask God to make love the motivation of your heart. And pray this for me too!

Glide On!

Santiago

“For when we place our faith in Christ Jesus...What is important is faith expressing itself in love.” - Galatians 5:6 (NLT)

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Timberlands Camp! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a new jet for their treehouse!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

Motivated by Love

The Free Gift

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. Norman will be giving out a new Santa Hat to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard  at 5pm EST / 4pm CST. A moderator will be having a Crazy Outfit Show in the Academy! Penelope will be giving out a new Snowflake Glider to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Thursday: Join us in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST for a Bible Chat to discuss this week’s theme and verse! Gertrude will be giving out a new Snowman Glider to everyone who has not received theirs yet!

• Friday: Meet game designer, Corrigan Hickory Sage, in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas. Corrigan will be giving out a new Santa Hat to everyone in attendance!

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games. 

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Galatians 5:6 in the Bible. According to this verse, what is important?

• What are you motivated by?

•What is love?

• What is grace?

• How can your faith in God’s love motivate you to love?

• How has God loved you?

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There are so many Lightgliders shining brightly every week! We want to highlight some of the amazing things YOU are doing!! Congratulations, Violet Zesty Ginger, Spike Ninja Adventurer, Flash Noodle Artist, and Ace Dangerous Ranger: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

SO BRIGHT!

This week both Violet and Spike are being spotlighted for their friendly behavior inside Lightglider Academy! They both demonstrate great behavior, are kind to others, and Lightgliders love being around them! Nice work, you two!! Way to set an example for the rest of us!

Flash Noodle Artist is also a friendly face in the Academy--it's like making friends is his job, and he's good at it! Ace has been learning and growing in Lightgliders so much. It's wonderful to see the respect he shows to everyone around him! Way to go, Flash and Ace!

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!

Glide on!

NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 6

REFLECTION

Hey Lightgliders!

Our lives operate at a fast pace. We wake up, eat breakfast, go to school, come home, do homework, eat dinner, go to bed, and often repeat it all the next day. If we’re not careful, our schedules and routines can quickly control our entire lives. 

In this week’s theme verse, Psalm 46:10, God is telling us to be still before Him. Why? Because slowing down and being still allows a couple of things to happen. First, we have the opportunity to remember all that God has done for us. Second, we are reminded that He is in control and not us! Being still before God and taking time to reflect on His goodness is good for our soul. God knows this! Sometimes He will even speak to your heart when you are still before Him. My prayer is you hear how much He loves you because He really does! 

Please take note -- it is the Christmas season in the Academy! The Lightglider leaders will be decorating the Courtyard. Come visit and get a special Christmas gift from each moderator!

Glide On!

Nisha

“Be still, and know that I am God!” - Psalm 46:10 (NLT)

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the Game of the Week, Waterfall Climber! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a new garden slide for their treehouse!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

Time to Rest

Prayer for Peace

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. Norman will be giving out a new Christmas Tree Hat to everyone in attendance!

• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard  at 5pm EST / 4pm CST. A moderator will be leading a game of Rock/Paper/Scissors in the Academy! Penelope will be giving out a new Snowflake Glider to everyone in attendance!

• Friday: Meet game designer, Corrigan Hickory Sage, in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas. Corrigan will be giving out a new Santa Hat to everyone in attendance!

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games. 

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Psalm 46:10 in the Bible. Reflect on your week. On Monday, the question is, “When will you take time to be still before God this week?” How did it go? What did you do? How will you “be still” in the weeks to come?

• When will you take time to be still before God this week?

• What does it look like for you to rest? 

• What areas of your life need greater peace?

• What are your favorite ways to relax?

• How do you reflect upon God and His goodness in your life?

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Hey Lightgliders!

Did you know this week marks the start of Advent, a season that Christians all over the world celebrate as a time of waiting and preparing for Jesus’ birth at Christmas?! 

We’re celebrating with some special Christmas gifts only available this month! 

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Each moderator has their own gift to give you, so stop in for Meet the Founder, the Moderated Game of the Week, Bible Chat, and Meet a Game Designer to collect them all!

See you in the Academy!

NOVEMBER 23 - NOVEMBER 29

PRAYER

Hey Lightgliders!

The theme this week inside Lightgliders is PRAYER. Prayer simply means talking with God. The primary goal of prayer is intimacy with the One who made us! God loves when we talk with Him about our lives, thank Him for the good things He has given us, and ask Him for help. Prayer doesn’t have to be long and full of big words for it to matter. Prayer is telling God what is on your heart, and listening for what is on His. Our theme verse this week tells us to always be praying. We can always stay connected to the One who loves us so much.

Glide On!

Kwan

“Never stop praying.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:17

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the Game of the Week, Yonders Run! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday gets a ninja outfit!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

Ways to Pray

For My School

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. 

• Friday: Join us in the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the THANKSGIVING PARTY! Everyone in attendance gets new hats and gliders!

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games. 

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 in the Bible. Take time to stop and pray after reading these verses.

• What are your favorite ways to pray?

• What does your prayer life look like?

• Is there a teacher or student on your heart to pray for?

• What are three things you can thank God for in prayer?

• Who is someone you can pray with?

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There are so many Lightgliders shining brightly every week! We want to highlight some of the amazing things YOU are doing!! Congratulations, Fifi Pop Marvel and Jasmine Dreamer Guardian: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

So shiny!

This week Fifi Pop Marvel is being spotlighted because of the incredible growth she has shown in her time as a Lightglider!! After some conversations with our Moderators, Fifi has become a great example of an encourager, is proactive in offering help to others, and enjoys being a Lightglider now more than ever! We’re proud of you, Fifi! Way to go!

Jasmine Dreamer Guardian is quick to let others know how much FUN she has in Lightglider Academy! She hasn’t been a Lightglider for long, but she always has a great time! We’re glad you’ve joined us, Jasmine!

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!

Glide on!

NOVEMBER 16 - NOVEMBER 22

CHURCH

Hey Lightgliders!

When we trust and believe in Jesus, we become a part of His church, which is a worldwide community of people who follow Him. As a part of this faith community, we all offer something unique. God has made each one of us with special gifts, talents, and passions to shine His light throughout the world.

When we gather together with others in our community of faith, we have opportunities to learn about God, encourage each other, pray together, understand the Scriptures, and experience Jesus. When we do this, God is glorified and we are strengthened! 

Glide On!

Nisha

“We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.” - Romans 12:5 (NLT)

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Dance Party Pinball!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

Community Spark

Prayer for Parents

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. 

• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard  at 5pm EST / 4pm CST. A moderator will be leading a Race around the Academy!

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

• Friday: Meet game designer, Corrigan Hickory Sage, in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games. 

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Romans 12:3-5 in the Bible. What does it mean to be a part of the body of Christ?

• Who encourages your faith in God?

• How do you use your gifts to encourage others?

• How can you show your parents that you are grateful for what they do for you?

• Who are three close friends of yours and how are they different from you?

• What does your community of faith do when you are together?

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There are so many Lightgliders shining brightly every week! We want to highlight some of the amazing things YOU are doing!! Congratulations, Aurora Exuberant Victory and Strawberry Jellybean Harper: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Whoa! You’re BRIGHT!

Aurora Exuberant Victory is being spotlighted this week because she LOVES telling the moderators all about her friends in the Academy! She has such a great time playing with her friends in Lightgliders! We love having YOU in the community, Aurora!

Strawberry Jellybean Harper loves sending boosts to fellow Lightgliders that need some help on their missions. She helps others as they help out in the Yonders to restore the land and rescue Gliddles! Way to go, Strawberry!

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!

Glide on!

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NOVEMBER 9 - NOVEMBER 15

SCRIPTURES

Hey Lightgliders!

The Bible. It’s a big book that has a lot of meaning. Some see it as an intimidating book that is hard to understand. Some see it as an old book meant for an older time. Do not let these opinions stop you from reading it! The Bible reveals the most important story we could ever know--the true story of God’s love for us. God has made Himself known through the pages of the Bible and we have the opportunity to get to know Him every time we read it! Not a word is wasted in the pages of the Bible. All of it points to our good, loving God who created, redeems, and restores His people. Though some of the stories can be hard to understand, the Bible begins to become more clear as we continue to read it, ask questions, and grow in our understanding. We can pray and ask God for wisdom when we open up our Bibles. We can ask those that are older and wiser to read the Bible with us and help us understand! Engaging with the Bible isn’t a one-time thing. We can read it for a lifetime and gain more knowledge, understanding, and wisdom with each time we open it up!

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.” - 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NLT)

Glide On!

Marlon

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the Game of the Week, Forest Defense! Everyone on the leaderboard gets some new gear on Saturday morning!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer videos.

Reading the Bible

Prayer for Purity

• Marlon is back with another Bible WHAT?! Check it out on the front page!

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5pm EST / 4pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. 

• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard  at 5pm EST / 4pm CST. A moderator will be leading a game of Follow the Leader.

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

• Friday: Meet game designer, Corrigan Hickory Sage, in the Innovation Lab at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to share game ideas.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games. 

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17 in the Bible. What is all Scripture useful for? How does God use Scripture in the lives of His people?

• What is something new you are learning from the Bible?

• Do you read the Bible? Why or why not?

• What are ways to get to know the Bible better?

• Why is the Bible so important?

• When is the best time for you to read the Scriptures?

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There are so many Lightgliders shining brightly every week! We want to highlight some of the amazing things YOU are doing!! Congratulations, Edgar Energetic Groovy and Jasmine Lovely Periwinkle: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Way to SHINE!

Edgard Energetic Groovy has done such an amazing job in his Yonders missions that he has been able to purchase several items for his tree house! Way to go!! The Gliddles living there are going to love it!

Jasmine is always very enthusiastic whenever she learns something new about the Bible! She has said "Wow, I love Lightgliders, they always talk about the Bible and they have fun games."

We’re so glad you’re a Lightglider, Jasmine!

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!

Glide on!

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NOVEMBER 2 - NOVEMBER 8

FAITH

Hey Lightgliders!

Faith is a word you may hear quite a bit among people who go to church. To have faith means to trust and believe. We all practice faith on a daily basis. If you sit down in a chair, you trust and believe in that chair, that it will hold you up when you sit down! Faith in Jesus is similar. It means that our trust and belief is in Him and what He did for us on the cross. We can live with confidence and joy because our faith is in the only One who can rescue us from sin, death, and evil. And, according to our theme verse this week, the reward for our faith in Jesus is salvation. Jesus saves us from the punishment of our sin and gives us eternal life. This is good news!

“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)

Glide On!

Tova

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Sludge Canyon!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

What Is Faith?

Encourage My Faith

• 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!

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5pm EST / 4pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.

• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST. A moderator will be leading a game of Hide and Seek!

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

• Friday: Meet game designer, Corrigan Hickory Sage, in the Innovation Lab at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to share game ideas.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games.

Things to Think About This Week:

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

• How can 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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There are so many Lightgliders shining brightly every week! We want to highlight some of the amazing things YOU are doing!! Congratulations, Lavender Purple Bobbin and Royal Summer Marvel: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

You’re so bright we NEED those glasses!

Lavender Purple Bobbin loves the Bible and loves to help others. We love seeing her be so active in the Academy! Way to set an example, Lavender!

One look at Royal Summer Marvel’s treehouse and you can see why she’s in the spotlight this week! She also has excellent behaviour in the Academy! Keep shining, Royal!

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!

Glide on!

OCTOBER 26 - NOVEMBER 1 

COMPASSION

Hey Lightgliders!

As we choose to love others through our words and actions, it will affect our hearts. As we genuinely feel concern for others in our hearts, we will grow in compassion. Having compassion means that we are tenderhearted toward other people. We try to place ourselves in their shoes and treat them with love, dignity, and respect. We treat them how we would want to be treated. As we understand God’s compassion towards us, we will want to be compassionate with others. Who do you have genuine concern for? Who do you show compassion to? How do you show it?

Showing compassion may look a little different for everyone. We can write notes of encouragement, listen to others’ problems, invite a new friend to sit with during school lunch, or tell our parents how much we love them. Small acts of compassion make a big difference.  

Can you imagine if everyone showed a little bit of compassion every day? It would change the world!  

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

Glide On!

Kwan

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the Game of the Week, Color Craze! Everyone on the leaderboard this Saturday morning gets some new gear in their inventory!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer videos

Compassionate

Prayer for My Neighborhood

• Ethel and Clem are back in Gliddle Game Gab #24! Check out what they’re up to in the Yonders this week!

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

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5pm EST / 4pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

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

• Friday: Join us in the Courtyard at 5pm EST / 4pm CST for the CRAZY COSTUMES PARTY! Everyone in attendance gets new hats and gliders!

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games.

Things to Think About This Week:

• 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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There are so many Lightgliders shining brightly every week! We want to highlight some of the amazing things YOU are doing!! Congratulations, Daisy Valiant Bobbin and Luna Snowflake Champion: You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Way to shine!

Daisy Valiant Bobbin joined the Lightgliders community less than a month ago and already has one of the coolest treehouses in all the Yonders!! Can Daisy’s decorating spark some creativity in you?!

Luna Snowflake Champion is another creative and encouraging Lightglider that our moderators wanted to highlight this week! Check out her treehouse when you get a chance! Way to go, Luna! Keep shining!

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!

Glide on!

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OCTOBER 19 - OCTOBER 25

LOVE

Hey Lightgliders!

Last week, we looked at the cross and how Jesus’ death and resurrection gives us new life. Jesus’ willingness to die on the cross in our place is the greatest act of love this world has ever known. He willingly gave up His life so that we might live. 

This love was not a feeling. It was a choice. Jesus made the decision to love us, and He followed through. Love cost Jesus His life. So often we think of love as just a feeling. If love is just a feeling, our motivation to care for others can quickly go away. When we are motivated by God’s love for us shown on the cross, we will choose to love others and will follow through no matter what.

“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)

Glide On!

Tambika

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!

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the BRAND NEW game of the week, Bible Trivia Race 2!

• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos

Value of Love

Strength to Love

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

• Check out the Lightglider Spotlight on the front page to see who’s shining this week!

Lightglider Academy Events This Week:

• Monday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration on Monday at 5pm EST / 4pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients.  

• Tuesday: Meet one of the creators of Lightgliders, Norman Snowman Cook, in Mission Control at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to hang out and discuss all things Lightgliders. 

• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard  at 5pm EST / 4pm CST. A moderator will be leading a game called Dance Relay Race.

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

• Friday: Meet game designer, Corrigan Hickory Sage, in the Innovation Lab at 6pm EST / 5pm CST to share game ideas.

• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games. 

Things to Think About This Week:

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

• What does love look like to you?

• Who has God given you to love?

• Why can it be difficult to love?

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

• How is love more of a choice than a feeling?

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