Written Word

Published on by Jeff Foster

Event Director: Regena Roberts

Purpose: Ancient peoples had large numbers of scribes for the transcription of religious texts, legal and historical documents. In the Old Testament the best-known scribe is Ezra. Because he was both a scribe and a priest, he was a very powerful religious leader. Those who transcribed the Scripture quickly became authorities on the written word. “Scribe” became a title for a learned guardian of the Law. A scribe was one who developed a comprehensive knowledge of God’s written word. The Church needs spiritual leaders who are biblical scholars.

Process: The participant will transcribe (handwrite) the text of Luke’s Gospel on paper kept in a 3-ring binder.

Forms & Links: (right click to open form in a new window) Pre-Convention Events Cover Sheet | Award Certification Form – Written Word | Special Needs or Concerns Form

Written Word Rules

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Guidelines for Participating in Written Word:

Each participant will:

  • Choose a 1″ or 1 1/2″ 3-ring binder (any color).
  • Handwrite (not typed or on computer) on lined notebook paper (College-ruled or wide-ruled) all or portions of this year’s LTCSW book of study (see awards, below, for criteria). For our 2025 Convention, that book is Luke’s Gospel.
    • Student must handwrite (not typed or computer) the entry. Entries will not be evaluated on penship, however, please do your best to be legible.
    • The student may use any translation except those regarded as paraphrased or condensed.
    • Handwritten copy must be verbatim of the chosen text.
  • Create a cover page with these specific details:
    • The current year’s LTCSW book of study and version of the Bible used.
    • Current year’s LTCSW theme.
    • Name and grade of LTCSW participant.
    • Optional: any artistic aspects (stickers, drawings, etc.) that exhibit the participant’s creativity.
  • Create a front and back binder cover (this can be done on the computer or by hand, but must be an original creative design).
    • Front cover must include:
      • The current year’s LTCSW book of study and version of the Bible used.
      • Current year’s LTCSW theme.
      • Optional: any artistic aspects (sickers, drawings, etc.) that exhibit the participant’s creativity. These elements may differ from those included on the cover page.
    • Back cover must include:
      • Name and grade of the LTCSW participant.
      • Optional: any artistic aspects (sickers, drawings, etc.) that exhibit the participant’s creativity. These elements may differ from those included on the cover page and front binder cover.
  • Bring your book to the LTCSW Convention, where you will have the opportunity to showcase your book.

 

Judging Criteria:

Scribe projects will be evaluated by the event coordinator who will provide award commendations.

  • GOLD will be awarded to projects that include the entire text of Luke’s Gospel.
  • SILVER (option 1) will be awarded to projects that include Luke chapters 1-11 & 22.40-24.12.
  • SILVER (option 2) will be awarded to projects that include Luke chapters 12-24.
  • BRONZE will be awarded to projects that include all Scripture Challenge verses and Luke 22.40-24.12.

 

Submission Protocol:

The participant’s Written Word binder must be brought to the LTCSW Convention and turned in to the Art room at the designated entry times. An Award Certification Form for Written Word must accompany the binder upon its submission.