Join Laura for a splashy, globe-trotting adventure in “Living Waters: Baptism Across the Christian World.” From Greek origins to Jesus’s own river baptism, we explore how Christians everywhere use water as a symbol of washing away mistakes and starting fresh.In This EpisodeWhat Is Baptism?Discover how the word “baptizo” means “to immerse,” why water symbolizes new life, and how Jesus’s own baptism set the example for nearly 2,000 years of Christian practice.Guided ImaginationTake a “River Walk” in your mind—feel the warm sun, hear the water lap, and imagine stepping into living waters surrounded by family and friends.Movement Moment: Water StretchStand tall, reach like a fountain, wave your arms like ocean currents, then jump in place as if splashing into a puddle. Let your body flow like water.Water Friendship BridgeCross into Islam’s Wudu, Judaism’s mikvah, and Hindu ritual baths to celebrate how many faiths use water for cleansing and renewal.Baptism Detectives GameMatch three characters to their baptism traditions (Baptist, Eastern Orthodox, Catholic) using clues.Baptism Science ChallengeTurn your kitchen or backyard into a mini-lab with three experiments:Color water to stand for “sins,” then add a drop of bleach to make them vanishSoak dirty pennies in lemon juice until they shineDip a sin-doodle in a Ziploc bag to watch it disappear by refractionDownload full instructions in our free Baptism Science Experiments printable.Belief BackpackPack away three treasures from today’s journey:Community – belonging to a supportive faith familyFresh Starts – knowing every day holds a new beginningKindness – letting our compassion flow like waterStory Time: Jesus’s BaptismExperience John baptizing Jesus in the Jordan River, hear the dove descend, and listen as God’s voice proclaims “You are my beloved Son”Sneak Peek & Wrap-UpTake a 4th of July break, then dive into “What Goes Around: Exploring Karma”.Laura’s Book ListMy Baptism Book (Board Book Edition)By Sophie Piper, illustrated by Dubravka Kolanovichttps://amzn.to/4jWHrccA tender introduction for little ones, filled with simple prayers, blessings, and warm reflections perfect for reading aloud.Baptized in the Water: Becoming a Member of God’s FamilyBy Glenys Nellist, illustrated by Anna Kazimihttps://amzn.to/4jKCO4wLyrical text and vibrant art celebrate infant and adult baptisms across cultures, showing how we all belong to God’s family.A Kid’s Guide to BaptismBy Terry Glaspeyhttps://amzn.to/3FWgdEjAn interactive workbook of activities, reflection questions, and drawing pages that make preparing for baptism personal and fun.Baptism: For Kids and ParentsBy Jacob Riggshttps://amzn.to/3SKNKV5A warm, conversational guide with discussion prompts, helping families explore the meaning and joy of baptism together.Baptism: Three ViewsBy David F. Wright et al.

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