Important People
Right hand "B" shape pointing upward above the forehead, moving downwards in an arch shape.
God
Same sign as “GET-UP.”
Arose
When did deaf people create the Deaf Church?
1800s
Right index finger touching right temple, move down changing to “F” shape, ending with both hands in “F” shape
Faith
Sign “JESUS” then “BOOK.”
Bible
Both middle finger touches both opposite palms
Jesus
Dominant “1” circular
Always
Why was the deaf church created?
Deaf people wanted to worship in their language instead of just watching interpreters
Right index finger smoothly down from the right temple, palm facing in, clasp the left hand in front of the body.
Believe
"G" hand in circular motion on the non-dominant hand
Gospel
Right "F" hand moving upward from left “F” hand
Spirit
Both hands “X” upside down, circular motion
Sin
Who leads the deaf church?
Deaf Pastors and Preachers
Both hands squeeze downwards
Trust
Both hands flat palm inwards together
Pray
Specific collar motion
Priest
Both hands on above shoulder then lift upwards
Sacrifice
What other purpose does the deaf church serve for deaf people?
It creates opportunities to meet other deaf people, find support, and celebrate together
Both hands palms open together in front of the body, bring the right hand up, wiggling fingers
Glory
Both thumbs are facing one way, then flip over to another way
Baptize
Dominant “F” back and forth motion, then agent marker “person”
What sign is this? Sign it
Preacher
Both thumbs up hand moving upward on the chest
What sign is this? Sign it
Live
What was the first deaf church in America?
St. Ann's in New York City
Both hands “R” from the forehead to outward movement
What sign is this? Sign it
Respect
Palm facing each other, non-dominant “1” and dominant “G”, place the fingertips of the “G” on the “1” front of the chest
What sign is this? Sign it
The Word