Mr. Rogers Day Resources
Fred Rogers was an ordained minister of word and sacrament for the PC(USA) and is a notable public figure whose work around peace and reconciliation are worth remembering. Rogers was also a pioneer in the world of Christian education and formation of young children. March 20th was his birthday and the day that the PC(USA) has chosen to highlight all we can learn from his work.
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Below you will find a variety of resources for use in different contexts and settings for March 20th and beyond.
Resources
Building a Neighborhood Together
Describes the process for building a neighborhood out of boxes and other everyday household supplies. It is an activity for all ages and all kinds of families working together. The Neighborhood Build is based on Fred Rogers’ ideas about relationships, creative play, pride in making things, family communication, and community.
Peacemaking in the Family
Updated version of the original Peacemaking in the Family resource includes 4 sessions for intergenerational events. The sessions are 1. Families and Feelings 2. Living in Families and Growing as Individuals 3. Families and Hard Times 4. Families and Celebrations
Peace Cards
Order your set of Peace Cards. Each card offers a question for reflection, an action to be taken and prayer to be spoken.
Peace Cards: Activities and Ideas
This Quicksheet provides activities and ideas for using Peace Cards for at home formation and with your faith communities.
Peaceful Neighbor: Discovering the Countercultural Mister Rogers
Reflections on Fred Rogers