Here is an active version of 1 Corinthians 12:12-20.

Explain to the congregation that when they hear a word read, they make the following response:

  • "Part(s)" - wiggle a body part.
  • "Body" - grab the hands of two people around you (or other appropriate contact).
  • "One" - hold up pointing finger and shout "one!"
  • Any named body part - point to this part on your body.

This is a fun way of engaging with the reading, but it also makes you realise just how much Paul is emphasising our unity-in-diversity.

This could pair well with The Body Song. It is also part of the first week of our Whole Church Worship resource.