Every recollection must have one main theme that set as an objective as well as the unifying element of the entire activities within the recollection. There are at least three major themes are commonly used.
1. On Self (or Self-Discovery)
Recollection theme on 'Self' focuses on the identity of Christian person. It tries to help the participants to explore God's given purpose in their lives. Created in the image and likeness of God and redeemed by Jesus Christ, human persons are destined to be with God and enjoy the friendship with . Thus, recollection should bring the participants into a deeper apparition of their identity and inspire them to live out their identity as friends of God.
2. On Family
Recollection theme on 'Family' zooms in on the essence of Christian family, especially unique roles that every member family has. Living in the modern-day context, many participants inevitably face unfortunate situation of 'broken' family. The classical definition of family is constantly challenged and distorted by human sinfulness. Thus, the recollection should bring the participants not only to better understanding of Christina concept of family, but also to motivate them to initiate the process of reconciliation and re-integration in their own lives and families. God must always be the center of every family because family is not simply a social reality but also spiritual reality.
3. On Friendship
Recollection theme on 'Friendship' centers on the personal and warm relationship among fellowmen and women that goes beyond the bond of blood. However, this early friendship is patterned and points to the heavenly reality: the friendship of the Three Divine Persons. The participants are invited to recognize the qualities of true friendship, that without realizing them, they have possessed them. Yet, more than just establishing a good kind of friendship among themselves, they are asked to open the possibility to go beyond, even open their kindness to more people and even dare to face the risk of failures and betrayal in friendship.
1. On Self (or Self-Discovery)
Recollection theme on 'Self' focuses on the identity of Christian person. It tries to help the participants to explore God's given purpose in their lives. Created in the image and likeness of God and redeemed by Jesus Christ, human persons are destined to be with God and enjoy the friendship with . Thus, recollection should bring the participants into a deeper apparition of their identity and inspire them to live out their identity as friends of God.
2. On Family
Recollection theme on 'Family' zooms in on the essence of Christian family, especially unique roles that every member family has. Living in the modern-day context, many participants inevitably face unfortunate situation of 'broken' family. The classical definition of family is constantly challenged and distorted by human sinfulness. Thus, the recollection should bring the participants not only to better understanding of Christina concept of family, but also to motivate them to initiate the process of reconciliation and re-integration in their own lives and families. God must always be the center of every family because family is not simply a social reality but also spiritual reality.
3. On Friendship
Recollection theme on 'Friendship' centers on the personal and warm relationship among fellowmen and women that goes beyond the bond of blood. However, this early friendship is patterned and points to the heavenly reality: the friendship of the Three Divine Persons. The participants are invited to recognize the qualities of true friendship, that without realizing them, they have possessed them. Yet, more than just establishing a good kind of friendship among themselves, they are asked to open the possibility to go beyond, even open their kindness to more people and even dare to face the risk of failures and betrayal in friendship.
Thank you Bro. Val for sharing your Thematic Reco Module. May i suggest if you could add Reco. Modules with the following Theme: Commitment, Freedom and Choice. Again, thank you so much. You're doing great in our Preaching Ministry. Sayang at pandemic...i invite sana kita dito hehehe
ReplyDeleteMay I also request po sana if you can give reco activity with the theme Gifted to Give? Thank you so much po and God bless
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