Glider Gazette

AUGUST 10 - AUGUST 16

Rebellion

Hey Lightglider!

We’ve just spent three weeks learning about 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, our lives have purpose and tremendous value. This is the first part of the Far Greater Story of God’s love for us revealed in the Bible. 

The second part of the story is called Rebellion. A rebellion is an open resistance to an authority. As our Creator, God is our authority. To rebel against Him is to disobey His commands. This is called “sin.” It happens every time we do not live up to God’s standard of goodness and love. Whether we sin on purpose or by accident, we are rebelling against the way God has commanded us to live. We are violating our purpose. This happens a lot by you and by everyone else. We all have rebelled against God and His goodness. And the Bible tells us that the penalty of our rebellion is death. 

This is why we need to be rescued. This is why we need a Savior. The penalty for our rebellion needs to be paid. Our sin needs to be forgiven. Until we understand this, the story of Jesus will never make any sense to us.  

Pray this week for help to recognize how you have sinned and for the courage to confess it to God. 

Glide On!

Santiago

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, Machine Hacking!

Machine Hacking

• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

Rebellion

The Greatest Commandments

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

• Decorate the Sticker Page on the frontpage this week and send it in to community@lightgliders.com to be featured on the Glider Gazette!

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Romans 3:21-24 in your Bible. What does sin mean? 

• 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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It's time to spotlight some Lightgliders, who have been shining brightly in the Academy.  Congratulations Flounder Cupcake Professor and Blaze Swift Trunk. You are in the Spotlight and will receive a Shining Spotlight Glider and RES Head to use this week!

Blaze has rescued enough Gliddles to unlock ALL TEN of his Treehouse decks, and is a great team player! He comes to a lot of hangouts in the Academy. Way to go, Blaze!

Flounder has also unlocked all of his Treehouse decks. INCREDIBLE! He has started a club in the Academy which meets and discusses a word of the day! Way to engage others, Flounder!

Just like Blaze and Flounder, 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!

And, remember, if you are in the Lightglider Spotlight, wear your RES Head but don't get a big head!
Glide on!

Great news, Lightglider families! On July 30 we released a beta version of the Lightgliders app that is compatible with Amazon devices! This has been a popular request among the Lightgliders community, so we are excited to make this announcement. You can now download the Lightgliders app from the Amazon App Store and login to your account.

This beta version of the Lightgliders app was designed to allow more families to access the Lightgliders' gameplay from their Amazon devices. You will need to have an active Lightgliders account (paid subscription or free trial) to login and play Lightgliders from your Amazon devices. You will not be able to create a new account or manage your existing account from within the Amazon app.

Here are three ways to ensure your family is able to play Lightgliders from your Amazon device(s):

1. If you are new to Lightgliders, click here to “Sign up” and start your 7-day free trial. Once you complete registration and create your first child profile, download the Lightgliders beta app and login to play! 
2. If you have tried Lightgliders in the past, but canceled your account, click here to “Login” and follow the on-screen instructions to reactivate your account. Then, download the Lightgliders beta app and login to play!
3. If you already have an active Lightgliders account, just download the Lightgliders app in the Amazon store and login to play!

To those families that have asked and waited for this, we want to welcome you back to Lightgliders and we thank you for your patience! If you have any questions or need help getting started on your Amazon devices, please contact our Support Team at info@lightgliders.com.

Glide on!

~The Lightgliders Team

P.S. Just a friendly reminder: you’ll still need to login through the desktop app to access the multiplayer computer game, Lightglider Academy.

AUGUST 3 - AUGUST 9

Creative & Inspired

Hey Lightglider!

The last two weeks we have learned that God is our Creator.  Because of this, we have tremendous purpose. We can live with the knowledge that our lives matter because they do! If God took the time to make you, then you are extremely valuable. We also learned that God created us in His image. Because you are made in the image of a powerful, good, and creative God, you have the power to create good things. What good things are you inspired to create today?

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. Do everything you do with excellence.

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

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

Glide On!

Nisha

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, Emerald Fields!

Emerald Fields

• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

God Gives Purpose

Filled with the Spirit

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - CREATE - to receive new decorations for your treehouse!

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Romans 12:6-8 in your Bible. What do you think you are gifted at? How can you be creative and inspired 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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JULY 27 - AUGUST 2

Purpose

Hey Lightglider!

This we’re talking about the Lightglider value of purpose. Purpose is one of the five core values of a Lightglider. To live with purpose means to live every day with the belief that your life matters. But how do we know this is true, especially when we don’t feel it from others or from the world around us? This belief comes from the truth that God made us in His image. Because of this, our lives have worth and dignity that no one can take away. Your life matters! God is good, and God made you in His image to do good things. We have the opportunity each day to do the good things that God had in mind when He created us. 

In Lightglider Academy, we rescue Gliddles, restore the land, and seek to respect those around us. Look around you today. What good things could you do to make an impact in your home and in your community? You were uniquely created to make an impact in a way that only you can. As you grow in your relationship with the Creator, you will learn all the ways that this is true!

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 Game of the Week, Avoid the Blast! If you’re on the leaderboard on Saturday morning, you’ll get a new ninja mask!

Avoid The Blast

• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

The Value of Purpose Spark

Prayer for Purpose

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

• PARTY ANNOUNCEMENT: This Friday meet in the Courtyard for our Backyard BBQ at 5pm EST / 4pm CST! See you there!

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Ephesians 2:8-10 in your Bible. According to this passage, what are we created for?

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

• How does knowing that you are God’s masterpiece help you live with purpose?

• How do you, or could you, impact the world in a positive way?

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JULY 20 - JULY 26

Creation

Hey Lightglider!

Are you excited about the Backyard BBQ next week in Lightglider Academy? I hope to see you there!

Did you know that the Bible begins by telling us that God is the Creator. The very first verse of Genesis tells us this! He created the world and everything in it. This includes you and me! And Genesis 1:27 tells us that God created us in His image. You were made in the image of a good, holy, and loving God.

Do you realize what this means???? It means that your life matters! It means that your life is valuable! It means that you are capable of extraordinary things! 

Because you bear God’s image, you are worthy of respect. And this is true of everyone you meet! That’s why our #1 goal of a Lightglider is respect -- respect for ourselves and respect for others. We seek to do this because when you respect yourself and you respect others, you are honoring the One in whose image we were created. 

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, Slider Secrets! Can you make it on the leaderboard by Saturday morning to receive a prize?!

Slider Secrets

• Watch this week’s Spark and Prayer Videos

Creation Spark

Praise for Creation 

• Join Ethel and Clem in the Yonders for another episode of Gliddle Game Gab!

Gliddle Game Gab #20

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - CREATION - to receive 4 Green Emeralds in your inventory!

• Meet in the Academy Courtyard at 4pm EST this Wednesday to take part in an Academy-wide game of Follow the Leader with moderators and other Lightgliders!

Things to Think About This Week:‍

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

• How do you know that your life matters?

• How does understanding creation help us understand human dignity?

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

JULY 13 - JULY 19

Far Greater Story

Hey Lightglider!

There are three goals of a Lightglider -- respect, rescue, and restore. We seek to RESPECT everyone in Lightglider Academy and beyond. We go on missions to RESCUE the Gliddles from the clutches of the Machines. And we clear the blight to RESTORE the land to its original beauty, purpose, and goodness. Did you know that these goals point to a far greater story? 

The Bible reveals God as the ultimate respecter, rescuer, and restorer! He respects us as His image-bearers by giving us dignity and purpose. He rescues us from the grip of our sin and selfishness through the death and resurrection of Jesus. And He promises to restore our broken world one day, so that we may live forever with Him. This is the far greater story of God’s love for us! Amazing!

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, Machine Blitz, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a surprise in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!

Machine Blitz

• This week is a special week in Lightgliders! Check out ALL of the Sparks on the front page to learn more about the Far Greater Story of God’s love for us!

Creation

Rebellion

Redemption

Restoration

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - STORY - to receive 75 Gold Coins in your inventory!

Things to Think About This Week:

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

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

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

• Why is the cross the ultimate example of love?

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JULY 6 - JULY 12

Made to Shine

Hey Lightglider!

We’re so glad you’re here! We - the other Lightglider leaders and me - want you to always remember that you were MADE TO SHINE! 

God created you uniquely. No one has your exact interests, talents, and personality. To shine means to love God and to love others in a way that only you can. With all the darkness in the world, that can feel like a big responsibility. But like a candle in a dark tunnel, even the smallest light can be blinding. If you’ve been to Machine Bunker in the Yonders, you know what I mean!

Jesus is the true light of the world. With His love and light, we will shine like stars in the heavens and make an impact on the world. Let’s reflect Him everywhere we go this summer!

Glide On!

Santiago

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, Blighted Grassland, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a surprise in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!‍

Blighted Grassland

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage‍

The Power of Light Spark

Courage to Shine

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

Things to Think About This Week:

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

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

• What do you think it means to shine?

• In what ways could you shine in the darkness?

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

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

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A big THANK YOU to Ace Courageous Guardian for sending in this AMAZING postcard!!

Decorate a sticker page and send it to community@lightgliders.com to have your masterpiece featured on the Glider Gazette!

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JUNE 29 - JULY 5

Lightgliders

Hey Lightgliders!

It’s that time of year when we remind each other what it means to be a Lightglider. Put simply, Lightgliders are those of us who know with all our heart that we were made to shine! We were created to love God and love others. 

Yes, you get to do cool things as a Lightglider. We rescue Gliddles, battle Machines, clear blight, and connect with others in the Academy. Each of these is a purposeful adventure. But, the most purposeful adventure is getting to know the Far Greater Story, the story of God’s love for you found in the Bible. When you understand how much God loves you and how He uniquely created you to impact the world, you will shine. Every time you share God’s love with others through your words or actions, you are being a Lightglider!

Glide On!

Nisha

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, Rescue Roundup, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a new helmet in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!‍

Rescue Roundup

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage‍

Being a Lightglider Spark

Hear My Prayer

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - LIGHTGLIDER - to receive a new glider in your inventory!

Things to Think About This Week:

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

• In what ways did you shine today?

• What is on your heart to pray about?

• What does it mean to rescue something?

• What does it mean to put others before yourself?

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JUNE 22 - JUNE 28

Responsibility

Hey Lightglider!

This week’s Gliddle Principle is RESPONSIBILITY. That is a big word that can be carried out in lots of small ways. To be responsible means that we are trustworthy in our actions and our words. Therefore, we do the very best we can in everything that we do and with everything we have. This includes our schoolwork, homework, friendships, extracurricular activities, and even the time in our day. It starts with the little things like cleaning up after yourself, but it can lead to big things like overseeing Lightglider missions to the Yonders or activities at your school or church. In what ways do you show yourself to be a responsible person? I try to show it through my work in the Innovation Lab. I seek to do the best that I can with what I have been given. I know that being responsible in the little things leads to greater responsibilities to come. Please remember this! 

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:‍

• There's a party in the Academy this week! Join Lightglider Moderators and friends in the Innovation Lab inside the Academy on Friday at 5pm EST/4pm CST for the Lab Luau!

• Play the Game of the Week, Fruit Fling, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a surprise in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!‍

Fruit Fling

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage‍

Stewardship Spark

Prayer for Responsibility

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

Things to Think About This Week:

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

• What are the responsibilities in your life?

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

• In what areas could you be more responsible?

• Do you give your best in everything you do?

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JUNE 15 - JUNE 21

Kindness

Hey Lightglider!

This week we’re talking about KINDNESS. Well, we don’t just want to talk about it. We want to show it! To be kind means to be friendly, generous, and considerate. Our theme verse this week is Colossians 3:12 (NLT): “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.” 

This verse tells us to clothe ourselves with lots of different character qualities. Have you ever thought about that? You can choose to put qualities like kindness on like you put on your clothes in the morning. Just like we pick out which shirt or pair of shoes we are going to wear, we can choose to be kind, humble, gentle, and patient throughout our day. Clothing ourselves with kindness is a powerful way to show God’s character to the world around us. The Bible also tells us in Romans 2:4 that God’s kindness is what leads us to Him in the first place. So pick up kindness and put it on like a jacket. Wear it everywhere you go!

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, Gliddle Millionaire 2.0! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a surprise in their inventory! Getrude Pumpkin Satchel will be sending you a message if you’re on the Leaderboard!‍

Gliddle Millionaire 2.0

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the Front Page‍

Kindness Spark

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Kindness Prayer

• Watch the semi-epic conclusion to Ethel and Clem’s adventure in the Yonders Swamp Skirmish in this week’s new Gliddle Game Gab episode!‍

Gliddle Game Gab #17

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

Things to Think About This Week:

• Read Colossians 3:12-15 in your Bible. What character qualities do you clothe yourself with each day?

• In what ways can you show kindness to others?

• Who shows kindness to you? How do they do it?

• Where could you show more kindness?

• When has someone been kind to you?

JUNE 8 - JUNE 14

Honesty

Hey Lightglider!

Oomph. I just got back from the Yonders and it was tough! I barely escaped without getting covered in blight. 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 that I can get discouraged, but to be honest means to be truthful. I’m here to tell you today to be honest with yourself. Pay attention to your feelings and be honest about them with God and with those who love you. God knows exactly how you are feeling, so you can always be honest with Him in your prayers.  

Also, be honest with others. Have you ever told a lie to make yourself look good or to avoid getting into trouble? You might be tempted to protect yourself in this way rather than to be honest and accept a consequence. Here’s the honest truth about me right now -- I want you to think I’m a skilled Lightglider, but that is not always true. I was unable to complete my last mission to the Yonders. I’m going to talk to Nisha to get her advice on how to do it. With her strategic insight, 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 exhibiting that you are a new creation in Christ.  

Glide On!

Bryce

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, Glider Training, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a new Astronaut Helmet in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!‍

Glider Training

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage‍

Honesty Spark

Honesty Prayer

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

Things to Think About This Week:

• 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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JUNE 1 - JUNE 7

Good Things

Hey Lightgliders! 

First of all, thank you to all of you Lightgliders who came to the Mother May I party last week. That was a blast!  Here is a picture I took at the party. Taking pictures is one of my hobbies and you all make my photography look good!

Now that you’ve learned more about the Lightglider leaders, who do you relate to? Who would you want to spend more time with?  It’s encouraging to see so many different types of people using their uniqueness to work together for a common goal in Lightglider Academy!

God has created each of us with unique strengths and gifts! He has planned good things for us  to do with our lives that impact the world in a positive way. I hope that as you go on missions, play games, or watch videos in Lightgliders, you discover what you are passionate about, what you are good at, and what gifts others see in you.  Are you like Marlon and think things through before acting? Like Bryce, are you always up for an adventure? Or, like Kwan, do you prefer to work behind the scenes?  

However you were created, God will use you to do good in the world!  You were made to shine!

Glide on!

Tambika

Things to Do This Week:‍

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Flooded Bunker, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a surprise in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!‍

Flooded Bunker

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage

Good Things Through You

The Lord Directs My Steps

• Watch Ethel and Clem in Gliddle Gab Game #16 as they try to complete Swamp Skirmish.  And, we must emphasize the word try... it is really hard!

Gliddle Game Gab #16 

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - GOODTHINGS - to receive a Silver and Red Glider!


Things to Think About This Week: ‍

• Read Ephesians 2:8-10 in the Bible. According to these verses, why can we not take credit for our salvation?

• What are some good things God has done through you?

• What makes it hard to do good things sometimes?

• How do you know when you are doing good things?

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MAY 25 - May 31

Joy

Hey Lightgliders! 

How do you know if you have somebody else’s cheese? When it is nacho cheese!

If you thought that joke was funny, then please know that it was mine. If you didn’t, then it was Marlon’s!

Hey everybody! I am Santiago! I try to bring life to the Lightglider Academy party! I cannot tell you HOW MUCH FUN it is to be a Lightglider. You know what our goals are, right? RESPECT. RESCUE. RESTORE.

I believe that to RESTORE includes bringing joy to people who need it. Sometimes through laughter. Sometimes through music. Sometimes through just hanging out and being friendly. Everyone is totally unique, so it can be difficult to know what will bring joy to another. I make it my goal to find out. Do you know what brings you joy? I would love to know!

I grew up in Honduras in a large house with a bunch of other boys. None of us were related but they are my brothers. We’ve been through a lot together. Do you know what brings me joy? People. Having people to talk to, hang out with, and care for is the greatest. I hope you find that here at Lightglider Academy. 

Ok, one more joke. What does a nosey pepper do? Gets jalapeño business! 

Glide on!

Santiago

Things to Do This Week:

• Join us for the “Mother May I” Party in the Lightglider Academy Courtyard this Friday, May 29 at 5pm EST/4pm CST. Moderators will be handing out new themed hatsand leading games. 

• Play the Game of the Week, Brick Pong, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get an outfit to dress like Santiago in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!

Brick Pong

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage

Santiago’s Story

The Lord Has Done Great Things

• Decorate Santiago’s sticker page!

Santiago: Joy 

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - SANTIAGO - to receive 4 Green Emeralds!

Things to Think About This Week: 

• Read Nehemiah 8:10 in the Bible. According to these verses, what is our strength?

• What brings you joy?

• How do you spread joy?

• Who could you give some joy to this week?

* How can your unique personality honor God and impact others?

MAY 18 - MAY 24

Caring

Hey Lightgliders! 

My name is Tova. I was one of the first here at Lightglider Academy. Why? I saw the Gliddles in trouble and I wanted to help. My heart was burdened and I had to come. It really didn’t take a lot of thought or planning. Before I knew it, Bryce sent me on a mission to the Yonders.  

I grew up in the United Kingdom. Growing up, I always enjoyed meeting new people and striking up conversations. I realized that many people are hurting, so I made it my mission to be a source of healing and encouragement. I care deeply for the poor, for orphans, and for those who are lonely. Who do you care deeply for?

I like to think of each day as a new opportunity for a purposeful adventure. You never know what new friend or significant moment awaits you! So be on the lookout, and care for those you encounter. 

Glide On!

Tova

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the BRAND NEW Game, Chess with Chums! Lock minds with your friend or the computer to win this classic game. Also, play Waterfall Meadow to get a high score: the top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a surprise in their inventory! Look for a message from Gertrude Pumpkin Satchel when you log in this weekend!

Chess with Chums

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage

Tova’s Story

A New Commandment

• Decorate Tova’s sticker page!‍

Tova: Caring 

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - TOVA - to receive 6 Yellow Gems!

Things to Think About This Week: 

• Read Matthew 22:37-39 in the Bible. According to these verses, how are we to love God? How are we to love others?

• What does it mean to go on a purposeful adventure?

• Have you ever been helped by someone you didn’t know very well?

• Think of three hurting people or situations. How can you bring care to them?

MAY 11 - MAY 17

Wisdom

Hey Lightgliders! 

My name is Marlon. You’ll usually find me hanging out in the Library at Lightglider Academy. I am from the United States and I love doing two things - reading books and working out. It’s important to exercise the mind and the body. I am often considered the more “brainy” of the Academy leaders. I investigate any new idea before believing it or acting on it. That’s why I was the last to join the Academy leaders. I had to make sure that rescuing Gliddles and clearing blight were the right things to do. Usually when we are thinking of others before ourselves, it is the right thing to do. But I had to make sure that the consequences of these actions were good, and not just their intention.  

I am passionate about discovering truth. We are in a world filled with many ideas competing for our attention. Ideas are either helpful or hurtful to others, ourselves, or the world around us. My dream for you is that you learn to tell the difference between a good idea and a bad one. This understanding is where wisdom is found. 

I encourage all Lightgliders--search hard for truth. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. And focus on the most important questions, the ones that have the greatest impact on your life and the world around you. Two thousand years ago a man named Jesus claimed to be God and said that whoever believes in him would receive eternal life. People believed him at the time and still do to this day. I encourage you to investigate the truth about Jesus Christ. 

Glide On!

Marlon

Things to Do This Week:‍

• Play the Game of the Week, Word Search, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get an outfit to dress like Marlon in their inventory!‍

Word Search

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage‍

Marlon’s Story

Prayer for Wisdom

• Decorate Marlon’s sticker page!‍

Marlon: Wisdom 

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - MARLON - to receive 20 Silver Coins!

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Things to Think About This Week: ‍

• Read Luke 2:52 in the Bible. What are ways to grow in wisdom and in stature?

• Why can we trust the Bible?

• Who do you go to when you have questions?

MAY 4 - MAY 10

Service

Hey Lightgliders! 

My name is Nisha. I am one of the “quieter” Lightgliders. You may not notice me and I don’t mind that at all. You can make a powerful impact on the world without anyone ever knowing your name!

I was born and raised in India. Being the oldest of seven kids, I had a lot of responsibility with my brothers and sisters. They needed me to be consistent and caring. Do you have siblings? Having little brothers and sisters has taught me a lot about what it means to give without expecting much in return. I came to Lightglider Academy a bit nervous. There were so many big personalities and talented people here. Bryce is courageous. Tambika leads the Academy. Marlon is a genius. I didn’t know what I had to offer, so I just looked for ways to serve. I helped Bryce plan out Yonders missions in Mission Control. I assisted Kwan as he created new tech in the Innovation Lab. I worked with Tambika to organize new Treehouses for the Gliddles. One day Tova thanked me for doing the little things that seemed to go unnoticed. She said that these were the things that helped others be effective.

I guess I am learning that the little things make a big difference. It brings me joy to serve. Putting the needs of others before my own helps me to be humble and encourage others all at the same time!

Glide On!

Nisha

Things to Do This Week:‍

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Entryway, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a special surprise added to their inventory!

Entryway

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage

Nisha’s Story

Love is Patient & Kind

• Decorate Nisha’s sticker page!

Nisha: Service 

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - NISHA - to receive 3 Lilies!

Things to Think About This Week: ‍

• Read Mark 10:43 in the Bible. According to this verse, what makes the people of God different?

• Who do you know that is quiet and wise?

• What does it mean to show hospitality?

• In what ways might you serve those around you today?

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APRIL 27 - May 3

Friendship

Hey Lightgliders! 

Hi, I’m Kwan. I was born and raised in South Korea. I have always been curious and inventive. And I like to work behind the scenes. My biggest passion at Lightglider Academy is to figure out the blight problem. That dark ooze is destroying the land and taking away its beauty and purpose. Have you seen it yet on one of your missions? Thankfully, we can use our light to clear the blight. But, I want to find a permanent solution. That is my goal.

I usually hang out in the Innovation Lab. Feel free to come visit me there. I work closely with the Gliddles to invent things that can help -- better gliders, new technologies, stuff like that. To solve problems, we need to be creative and we need to work together!

I don’t like to be the center of attention but that doesn’t mean I can’t make a powerful impact on the world. I work behind the scenes to help Tambika run the Academy, assist Bryce on missions, and support each Lightglider in the mission to Respect, Rescue and Restore. I have discovered ways to use my unique gifts to help others. I’ve learned that a great way to develop friendships is to be a friend to others and to look for ways to serve them. 

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Glide On!

Kwan‍

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Things to Do This Week:‍

• Play the Game of the Week, Gliddle Millionaire, and get on the leaderboard! The top 5 Lightgliders on Saturday morning get a Lab Outfit added to their inventory!‍

Gliddle Millionaire

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage‍

Kwan’s Story

Fruit of the Spirit

• Decorate Kwan’s sticker page!‍

Kwan: Friendship 

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - KWAN - to receive 5 Blue Gems!

Things to Think About This Week: ‍

• Read Galatians 5:13 in the Bible. How should we use the freedom that God has given us?

• What does it mean to “work behind the scenes?”

• Who is a good example of someone who leads with humility?

• Who needs your support and encouragement today?

APRIL 20 - APRIL 26

Leadership

Hey Lightgliders! 

Jabari yako rafiki! That means ‘How are you my friend?’ in Swahili. I’m Tambika. I manage Lightglider Academy while the Professor is away. Running this place isn’t easy, but it is rewarding. I get to meet all the new Lightgliders when they arrive in the Courtyard. That is a fun part of my job! I even get to send you on your first mission to the Yonders.

I was born and raised in Tanzania. Do you know where that is? It is a beautiful country in Africa. Growing up, I always looked for leadership positions in my school and community. I love to serve others through organization. I love plans. I love calendars. I love details. And, all of these things are important at Lightglider Academy. Otherwise, everything would be more chaotic than it already is!

My desire is for you to look for opportunities to be a servant leader. We need people in this world with all types of gifts and talents. No matter how you are gifted, always remember that above all else, being a leader means serving others first.

Glide On!

Tambika

Things to Do This Week:

• Play the BRAND NEW Game of the Week, Low-RES Rescue, and get on the leaderboard!

Low-RES Rescue

• Watch the Sparks and Prayers on the FrontPage

Tambika’s Story

Following God

• Watch this week’s new Gliddle Game Gab #13!

Gliddle Game Gab #13

• On Friday at 6pm EST/5pm CST, we'll be gathering in Lightglider Academy for a April Showers Party! Meet in the Courtyard and receive a new hat!

• Use this week’s Mystery Code - TAMBIKA - to receive 50 Bronze Coins!

Things to Think About This Week: 

• Read Romans 12:6-8 in the Bible. What gifts do you believe God has given you?

• What does it mean to be a leader by first becoming a servant?

• In what ways could you be a servant leader?

• What are your gifts and talents and how can you use them to serve others?

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