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April 1, 2016
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Spectre: We Always Have a Choice

Assembly Objective:

How do we decide what to do with our lives? How do we make important choices? This assembly reflects on the character of James Bond and the biblical story of Peter to consider the value of reflecting on who we are, of listening to the advice of others, and of making good choices.

Film:

Spectre (MGM/20th Century Fox, 2015, certificate 12A). Click here to buy the DVD online.

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March 30, 2016
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Doctor Who: The Impossible Astronaut: Stones in the Road

Assembly Objective:

How can we face challenges ahead of us? This assembly, particularly suitable for the end of a year, explores the Bible’s teaching about the value of remembering the past as we face the future.

Film:

Doctor Who: The Impossible Astronaut (from series 6 episode 1, BBC DVD, certificate 12). Click here to buy the DVD online.

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March 30, 2016
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Captain America: The Winter Soldier: Lies: a tough way to live

Assembly Objective:

Is it ok to lie? This assembly explores the Bible’s teaching that telling the truth leads to the best life for all.

Film:

Captain America: The Winter Soldier (Marvel, 2014, certificate 12). Click here to buy the DVD online.

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March 30, 2016
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The Amazing Spider-Man: Standing Strong

Assembly Objective:

How can we respond to bullies? This assembly explores the Bible’s teaching about being united with people as a community.

Film:

The Amazing Spider-Man (Sony, 2012, certificate 12). Click here to buy the DVD online.

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March 30, 2016
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Inside Out: Joy and Sadness

Assembly Objective:

Can we have joy without sadness? This assembly explores the contrasting emotions within the story of Easter and Christian beliefs about Jesus’ death and resurrection.

Film:

Inside Out (2015, Pixar Animation Studios, certificate U). Click here to buy the DVD online.

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March 30, 2016
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The Maze Runner: Reasons for Rules

Assembly Objective:

Why do we have rules? This assembly explores the Bible’s teaching that good rules flow from the need for good relationships.

Film:

The Maze Runner (20^th Century Fox, 2014, certificate 12). Click here to buy the DVD online.

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March 30, 2016
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Lincoln: Self-Evident Equality

Assembly Objective:

Why is justice important? This assembly explores the Bible’s teaching that all people have equal value.

Film:

Lincoln (20th Century Fox, 2013, certificate 12). Click here to buy the DVD online.

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March 30, 2016
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War Horse: Made for Better Things (Remembrance Day)

Assembly Objective:

Why do we remember wars? This assembly explores the Bible’s teaching about men and women of all nations being called to live as brothers and sisters under God.

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