Jigsaw Fraternity

Prayer Spaces at Home and a Prayer for respect

Hi kids,

Fraternity means when we unite to support each other like brothers and sisters. The International Day of Human Fraternity is celebrated every year to remember that all humans should respect and love each other. On this day we remember that the human race is facing the same problems all around the world such as violence, wars, pollution and pandemics.  When people of different beliefs gather to pray together and discuss world problems together, they can make the world more just and peaceful. 

This prayer space is called Jigsaw Fraternity

Materials you will need:

  • A blank sheet of paper
  • Colouring pencils
  • A pair of scissors
  • Glue
  • A pen or pencil

Instructions:

  • Look at the poster with the symbols of different faiths. 
  • Draw the symbols of these different religions on the blank sheet of paper . 
  • Think of the people of different religions who maybe are in your school or live near you. 
  • What are the problems people face in the world today? Write your own prayer so that people of different faiths will unite, pray and work together to make the world more peaceful.
  • If you wish you may cut out the jigsaw puzzle pieces, join them and read the sentences about peace and love taken from other faiths.

How to use this space

God speaks to us in many ways, including through prayer at home. Here you will find useful background and activities to better understand how to pray, helping you to connect with God in your daily life in a meaningful way.