Objective
To have the lion catch the sheep and to have the other group members work together to protect the sheep
Materials
Bell/Timer (optional)
Recommended Group Size
5+ persons
5 - 7 per group
Estimated Time
15+ minutes
Purpose
To appreciate spiritual friendship and to be inspired to watch out for each other and pray for each other
Procedure
Get into groups of 5 - 7 people.
Choose one participant to be the lion and another to be the sheep.
The rest of the group hold hands to form a circle.
The lion has to try to catch the sheep by tagging the sheep.
The sheep must try to avoid the lion.
The rest of the group will continue to move around trying to block the lion from reaching the sheep.
The game ends when the sheep is caught or when the time is up.
Switch the lion and sheep roles every time so everyone gets a chance to play.
Notes
It is best to set a time limit in case the game takes too long.
Another name for this activity is the "Shark and Fish Game."