Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Ash Wednesday & Lent







Ash Wednesday & Lent

Ash Wednesday- activities, coloring, crafts, games, puzzles, quizzes, etc.

Lent- activities, coloring, crafts, games, puzzles, quizzes, etc.

Stations of the Cross- references, activities, coloring, crafts, games, puzzles, etc.



Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Gospel for the Mass: 5/26/24- Matthew 28:16-20 (The Commissioning of the Disciples)








*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year A page right below the header for other days that you need Gospel for the Mass activities.


Disclaimer: The posts below contain links to other websites and the content of these sites are evaluated before they are included. These websites can change without warning making links inactive and/or the content altered. We have no control over other websites and we are not responsible for the content that they post.




Matthew 28:16-20



Activities

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.

catholickidsbulletin.blogspot.com- Download a FREE bulletin to help your kids learn more about our Catholic Mass. Each week's bulletin contains coloring pages for a saint and activities based on the Gospel. The coloring pages may also include a maze, dot-to-dot, find the picture, and many other activities.

loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families

4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (Matthew)

sermons4kids.com- Delivering the Invitation object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- Go and Make Disciples object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- Go and Make Disciples object lesson #2 with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin

word-sunday.com- Promises (scroll down to Gospel)

ministry-to-children.com- Lesson: Jesus’ Final Instructions and Ascension (Matthew 28 & Acts 1)

ministry-to-children.com- The Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20) Sunday School Lesson

ministry-to-children.com- Making Disciples – Teaching Activity for ‘the Great Commission’

ministry-to-children.com- Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 16:13-20) Who do you say that I AM?

sundayschool.works- Sunday School Lessons on “The Great Commission” (Matthew 28:16-20)

ministry-to-children.com- “The Great Commission” Bible Lesson

ministryark.com- God Sends the Disciples Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 28:16-20)

truewaykids.com- The Great Commission (free printable lessons for under 5s, over 5s, preteens and teens)

sundayschoollessons.com- Jesus Tells His Disciples What to Do lesson with questions

skk.cccmy.org- Go Make Disciples! lesson with activities

ministryspark.com- The Great Commission Elementary Lesson

youthgroupministry.com- A Youth Ministry Lesson on Matthew 28:16-20: Becoming Disciples of Christ

rclblectionary.com- Matthew 28:16-20 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Matthew 28:16-20 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Matthew 28:16-20 Junior High Lesson

The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?

textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources



Coloring

sermons4kids.com- I can tell my friends about Jesus.

storange.cloversites.com- Jesus Gives One Last Commandment (page 4)

static1.squarespace.com- The Great Commission

covchurch.org- Matthew 28:19-20 (page 7)

ministryark.com- Matthew 28:19

ministryark.com- Matthew 28:19a

kidadl.com- Matthew 28:16-20 Coloring Page

churchrez.org- Matthew 28:16-20

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- Matthew 28:19

churchpublishing.org- Matthew 28:16–20 (page 42)

forchristianhomes.weebly.com- Matthew 28:20 (scroll down for this)



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- Delivering the Invitation group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- Go and Make Disciples group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- Go and Make Disciples group activities #2 (crafts)

web.archive.org- Use as a Bible craft or as a memory verse game.

daniellesplace.com- Great Commission “Go” Traffic Light Sunday School Craft for Kids & “Go Tell Others” Good News Bible Craft for Sunday School (scroll down to these)

ministryark.com- Knowing, Growing, Going with God Craft

funexpress.com- Matthew 28:19 Craft

skk.cccmy.org- Round the World (page 5, 6 & 17), Into All Nations (page 9)

storage.cloversites.com- Making Disciples Maps (page 9)

pinterest.com- Matthew 28:19 Craft

flannelgraf.blogspot.com- Matthew 28:19 Craft



Games

sermons4kids.com- Delivering the Invitation group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- Go and Make Disciples group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- Go and Make Disciples group activities #2 (games)

web.archive.org- Scripture Sheep Memory
• Print out a number of copies of the template or alternatively, paste the template into a program such as Publisher. Print or write the first half of memory verses on sheep front card and the second half and/or the reference on the sheep back card.
• Cut out and play memory with the cards.

skk.cccmy.org- Famous Final Words Game (page 2 & 15), G-O Spells “GO!” (page 7 & 8), Where In The World (page 11 & 12), Hands Down (page 13 & 14)

storage.cloversites.com- Worldwide Scramble (page 3), Touch The World (page 8), Four Corners of the Earth (page 10)



Puzzles & Worksheets

sermons4kids.com- The Great Commission (Maze)

storage.googleapis.com- Maze (page 14), puzzle (page 15)

salfordliturgy.org - Word Search

sermons4kids.com- The Great Commission (Word Search)

4catholiceducators.com- Matthew 28: 16-20 (Word Search)

web.archive.org- Word Search

sermons4kids.com- The Great Commission (Decoder)

sundayschoolzone.com- Coded Words

sermons4kids.com- The Great Commission (Crossword)

4catholiceducators.com- Matthew 28:16-20 (Crossword)

web.archive.org- Crossword

truewaykids.com- The Great Commission (free printable worksheets for under 5s, over 5s, preteens and teens)

sdc.me.uk- Matthew 28:16-20 Year A Worksheet

sdc.me.uk- Matthew 28:16-20 Year B Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- Matthew 28:16-20 Kid’s Bulletin

storage.cloversites.com- The Great Commission (page 20)

hermeneutrix.com- Questions for Reflection and Discussion – Matthew 28:16-20 and Acts 1 6-8 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

gracebibleny.org- The Great Commission: Overview – Matthew 28:16-20 (scroll down to Fill in the Blank questions at bottom that can easily be made into a worksheet)

studyandobey.com- The Great Commission Matthew 28:18-20 Bible Study Notes, Cross References, Outline, and Discussion Questions (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)


Questions that can be used for a worksheet:

If Christ is at work in our lives, transforming us from the inside out, how can we not keep from sharing that with others?

What’s the difference between merely evangelizing and making disciples?

What opportunities do you have as a student to make disciples right now?

What characteristics do disciple-makers have?

How will you commit to starting the process of making disciples today?

What was the mission Jesus gave his disciples?

What does it mean to make disciples?

Are there any better ways to spread the gospel than making disciples?

Why is baptism important?

What must we teach and how can we teach it?

What promise did Jesus give his disciples/apostles?

How do we, ourselves, follow these instructions?

What is included in “everything that I have commanded you”?

In v20, Jesus says “remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Does this statement apply to the individuals who were there, or more widely? Does it apply to us, do we think? Again, why?

How do the eleven respond to Jesus when they see him on the mountain?

What did Jesus mean when He said all authority had been given to Him? Who gave Him that authority?

Read Matthew 28:19–20. Then break down these verses into a list of things that Jesus told His disciples to do.
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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Gospel for the Mass: 5/19/24- John 20:19-23 (Appearance to the Disciples) or John 15:26-27; John 16:12-15 and Pentecost Sunday








*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year B page right below the header for other days that you need Gospel for the Mass activities.


Disclaimer: The posts below contain links to other websites and the content of these sites are evaluated before they are included. These websites can change without warning making links inactive and/or the content altered. We have no control over other websites and we are not responsible for the content that they post.




John 20:19-23 or John 15:26-27; 16:12-15 and Pentecost Sunday



Resources & Activities

newadvent.org- Holy Ghost/Holy Spirit

everystudent.com- Who is the Holy Spirit?

ewtn.com- The Holy Spirit: Basic Doctrine, Reflections, Prayers, Church Documents, etc.

godonthe.net- The Holy Spirit

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.

catholickidsbulletin.blogspot.com- Download a FREE bulletin to help your kids learn more about our Catholic Mass. Each week's bulletin contains coloring pages for a saint and activities based on the Gospel. The coloring pages may also include a maze, dot-to-dot, find the picture, and many other activities.

loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families

4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (John)

buildfaith.org- Pentecost: Why and How to Celebrate

thebillabong.info- Ideas for Pentecost

familylife.com- 4 Ideas for Celebrating Pentecost

catholicicing.com- Ideas For Celebrating Pentecost With Kids: Crafts, Activities, And More

breadnotstones.com- Praying In Color

sadlier.com- Prayers & Activities for the Feast of Pentecost

sadlier.com- Pentecost Activities for Catholic Children & Students

umcdiscipleship.org- Explaining Pentecost and the Vocation of Our Faith Lesson

sermons4kids.com- Seeing Is Believing object lesson with group activities, coloring pages, puzzles, worship bulletin, etc.

sermons4kids.com- Don’t Miss Church object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin, etc.

kidssundayschool.com- A Heart for Jesus
The Holy Spirit can reach our heart no matter how much we may have sinned.

sundayschoollessons.com- Jesus Tells His Disciples What To Do (John 20: 19 – 23) lesson

missionarlington.org- Lesson: The Helper (John 20:19-23) with activities

truewaykids.com- Pentecost (free printable lessons for under 5s, over 5s, preteens and teens)

bible.org- Mission: Possible (John 20:19-23) lesson

dltk-bible.com- Pentecost lesson with memory verse, teacher's guide, puzzles, take home sheet, coloring pages, crafts and activities, etc.

rclblectionary.com- John 20:19-23 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 20:19-23 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 20:19-23 Junior High Lesson

word-sunday.com- The Power of God's Breath (scroll down to Gospel)

pinterest.ca- Pentecost Sunday School Activities

thereligionteacher.com- Pentecost Activities (crafts, games, puzzles, worksheets, etc.)

catechismangel.com- Pentecost Lesson for 5th Graders to Teach

thereligionteacher.com- The Holy Spirit Lesson Plan

thereligionteacher.com- The 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit Lesson & Worksheet

Pentecost- Activities, Coloring, Crafts, Games, Puzzles & Worksheets, etc.

The Catholic Toolbox- Holy Spirit Pre K – K lesson with: Objectives, Word Wall, Bible Story with questions, Songs and/or Finger Plays, Activities, Crafts, Games, Snacks, Coloring/Puzzles, etc.

The Catholic Toolbox- Pentecost 1st Grade On Up lesson with: Objectives, Review, Vocabulary Words, Bible Story with questions, Activities, Crafts, Games, Snacks, Puzzles/Mazes/Worksheets, etc.

The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?

textweek.com- John 20:19-31 Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources

The Catholic Toolbox- Activities for Pentecost



Coloring

holyheroes.net- John 20:21-23 coloring

cbcgb.org- John 20:19-23

nicepng.com- Peace Be With You

churchpublishing.org- John 20:19-23 (page 41)



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- Seeing Is Believing group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- Don’t Miss Church group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- The Unseen Power group activities (crafts)

The Holy Spirit moves us to do God’s will (Holy Spirit mobile)
Here is a mobile that will encourage children to look further around for God’s presence n their life. (Big Book of Ideas for Children’s Faith Formation by McNamara, McKeever, and Robinson, page 224.)

cbc.ca- Water Bottle Wind Spirals

daniellesplace.com- Wind Twirlers
An easy craft made out of fun foam (scroll down to this).

madetobeamomma.com- Handprint Flowers (put Peace Be With You on the flower pot)



Games

sermons4kids.com- Seeing Is Believing group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- Don’t Miss Church group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- The Unseen Power group activities (games)

word-sunday.com- Family Balloon Race


Listen Up- This game will help kids remember to listen for the Holy Spirit. (The Encyclopedia of bible Games for Children’s Ministry, page 105).

kidssundayschool.com- Guided in Truth
Children have fun trying to duplicate a pattern of blocks hearing only verbal commands. The unseen Holy Spirit guides us in truth, if only we listen.



The games below are free, however they can only to be used for classroom and personal use. They may not be published on any websites or other electronic media, or distributed in newsletters, bulletins, or any other form or sold for profit. Reproduction or retransmission of any materials, in whole or in part, in any manner, is not permitted. All graphics/images/clipart etc. used on these activities are not my own and are from various internet sources.




The Holy Spirit File Folder Game- Work your way around the board and answer questions about the Holy Spirit. For 2nd grade on up. There are a lot of choices and possibilities for this game.








Fruits of the Holy Spirit (Catholic)- Spin the spinner and follow the directions. If you spin “Leader’s Space” you may change places with the leader and put his marker where you were. Make your way around the board answering questions about the fruits of the Holy Spirit. The first player to FINISH wins.


The Catholic Toolbox- Fruit of the Holy Spirit Bean Bag Toss (Catholic)



Puzzles & Worksheets

twopaths.com- Pentecost and the Early Church (Word Search)

sermons4kids.com- Don’t Miss Church (Word Search)

4catholiceducators.com- Word Search

web.archive.org- Word Search

sermons4kids.com- Seeing Is Believing (Crossword)

sermons4kids.com- Don’t Miss Church (Crossword)

web.archive.org- Crossword

sermons4kids.com- Don’t Miss Church (Multiple Choice)

sdc.me.uk- John 20:19-23 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- John 20:19-23 Kid’s Bulletin (scroll down for this)

reallifeathome.com- Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit Worksheet Printables Packet

smp.org- Gifts of the Holy Spirit
This worksheet is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students can learn about the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit and use their own words to describe what each gift is.

smp.org- The Two Pentecosts
A chart used to draw parallels between the feasts of Shavuot and Christian Pentecost

bibleversestudy.com- Questions for John 20 Bible Study (scroll down to John 20:19-21 Bible Study Questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

studyandobey.com- John 20 Inductive Bible Study (scroll down to III. Jesus appears to the disciples (19-25) for questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

gracebibleny.org- Overcoming Unbelief – Mark 16:12-14; John 20:19-31; 1 Corinthians 15:5 (scroll down to Fill in the Blank questions at bottom that can easily be made into a worksheet)



Gospel for the Mass: 5/12/24- Mark 16:15-20 (The Commissioning of the Eleven and The Ascension of Jesus)








*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year B page right below the header for other days that you need Gospel for the Mass activities.


Disclaimer: The posts below contain links to other websites and the content of these sites are evaluated before they are included. These websites can change without warning making links inactive and/or the content altered. We have no control over other websites and we are not responsible for the content that they post.




Mark 16:15-20



Activities

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.

catholickidsbulletin.blogspot.com- Download a FREE bulletin to help your kids learn more about our Catholic Mass. Each week's bulletin contains coloring pages for a saint and activities based on the Gospel. The coloring pages may also include a maze, dot-to-dot, find the picture, and many other activities.

loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families

4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (Mark)

word-sunday.com- Amazing Deeds (scroll down to Gospel)

word-sunday.com- Countdown to Pentecost (family activity)

sundayschoollessons.com- Jesus Tells His Disciples What To Do lesson

sundaysources.com- Jesus Ascends lesson with activities

missionarlington.org- Jesus Gives Instructions lesson with activities

rclblectionary.com- Mark 16:15-20 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Mark 16:15-20 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Mark 16:15-20 Junior High Lesson

The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?

textweek.com- Mark 16:9-20 Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources



Coloring

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- Mark 16:15 (free)

teacherspayteachers.com- Mark 16:15

storage.cloversites.com- Jesus Gave the Great Commission (page 13)

supercoloring.com- Jesus Ascension coloring page

supercoloring.com- Jesus Ascends to Heaven coloring page

childrenschapel.org- The Ascension

bible-printables.com- The Ascension

saintanneshelper.com- 2 Ascension coloring pages



Crafts

craftingthewordofgod.com- “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature.” Mark 16:15 craft

faithsprouts.blogspot.com- Gospel Megaphone (scroll down to this)

sundayschoolnetwork.com- Go Into All The World Craft

ministryark.com- Knowing Growing Going With God Printable (craft)

truewaykids.com- Craft – Go into all the world

pinterest.com- Mark 16:15 Craft

daniellesplace.com- “Go Tell Others” Good News Paper Suitcase Bible Craft

Introduce crafts: He said to them, “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature. Mark 16:15 (make this passport book so you can go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel.)

makeandtakes.com- DIY Mini Passport Book

livinglifeandlearning.com- Printable Passport for Kids (scroll down for this)

teacherspayteachers.com- FREE Passport Booklet Template Bundle

cottonridgehomeschool.com- Passport, Suitcase, and Tickets Printable Craft


Ascension Crafts

sundayschoolsources.com- Jesus Lives! Jesus can "ascend" from on the ground to the sky by pulling the long tab up!

catholicicing.com- Ascension of Jesus Crafts for Kids

lambsongs.co.nz- Jesus Went Back Up To Heaven (plastic cup activity) click on Activity 1

daniellesplace.com- Jesus Ascending to Heaven Craft for Kids (scroll down to this)

Jesus Ascends- A fun craft that gives a hands-on experience of Jesus disappearing in the cloud as He did so long ago. (Crafts from your favorite Bible Stories by Kathy Ross, page 60 & 61).

Jesus’ Ascension into Heaven- Bible Story Wheel (Bible Wheels to Make and Enjoy by Carmen Sorvillo, page 61 & 62.)



Games

Case of the Missing Person (Jesus Returns to Heaven)- In this game, kids will try to figure out who’s missing from the class. They’ll get an idea of how some people must have felt after Jesus returned to heaven. (The Encyclopedia of Bible Games for Children’s Ministry by Group Publishing, page 104.) Go to Table of Contents and click on page 104.


Play the game “Telephone” (use an empty cardboard paper towel roll). Start with today’s memory verse, then let the kids think of other Scriptures to pass around the circle. Talk about how we can share God’s Word with others.


Introduce game: He said to them, “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature. Mark 16:15

Pack Your Bag

Directions: This is a memory game. Have the players seated in a circle. The first player begins by saying, "I’m going into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature and in my bag I packed ..........." He can say anything he likes, for example an orange, a pair of shoes, a telephone, or a pet dog. The next player in line begins the same way but adds a second object after repeating the first. The third player also begins, “I’m going into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature and in my bag I packed ..........." He must repeat the first two objects and then add a third. So it goes on, but if a player can’t repeat or mixes up the order of the objects then he is out.

If you haven't got many players, the same children can keep adding more items. The game continues until one player remains or until time is up. Some lists get very long and are remembered for years by the players. A variation is to decide that the objects chosen must start with the letters of the alphabet in order, for example "apple, bat, cake...zebra." This makes it a little easier to remember. (You could also help the player if necessary so everyone can play). Or you can call on a student and ask them to name something that starts with the letter A that they would bring if they were going into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature. Go around the circle and use each letter of the alphabet. Have the students name an object that they would put in their suitcase if they were going into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature.


Introduce games- Jesus told the disciples that they would be able to proclaim the gospel to every creature in the world. He told them that “they will speak new languages”. Let’s see if you can listen and understand a new language.

bobblesworldesl.com- Handkerchief Race: Make foreign language flash cards (2 of each word). Pass out all the cards to the students who are sitting in a group (or maybe in a circle). The teacher holds a handkerchief up and then calls out a card. The two students who have that card stand up and try to get to the handkerchief first. (You can also just have the students race to a finish line and the first one over the line wins.)


What Does This Word Mean?

Have a list of foreign words and their meanings. Divide the class into teams. Say a word from your list and ask one team what the word means. You can also write the word on the board. If Team #1 is correct, they get a point. If they are not correct, Team #2 may try. If Team #2 is correct they get a point. The team with the highest score wins.



Puzzles & Worksheets

4catholiceducators.com- Word Search

missionarlington.org- Word Search (page 8)

web.archive.org- Word Search

web.archive.org- Crossword

sdc.me.uk- Mark 16:15-20 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- Mark 16:15-20 Kid’s Bulletin (scroll down for this)

jesuswalk.com- 35. Resurrection and Commission Mark 16 (scroll down to bottom for questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

static1.squarespace.com- Small Group Study page 7 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)



Gospel for the Mass: 5/5/24- John 15:9-17








*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year B page right below the header for other days that you need Gospel for the Mass activities.


Disclaimer: The posts below contain links to other websites and the content of these sites are evaluated before they are included. These websites can change without warning making links inactive and/or the content altered. We have no control over other websites and we are not responsible for the content that they post.




John 15:9-17



Activities

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.

catholickidsbulletin.blogspot.com- Download a FREE bulletin to help your kids learn more about our Catholic Mass. Each week's bulletin contains coloring pages for a saint and activities based on the Gospel. The coloring pages may also include a maze, dot-to-dot, find the picture, and many other activities.

loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families

4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (John)

sermons4kids.com- As I Have Loved You object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- A Heart Full of Joy object lesson with group activities page, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin

word-sunday.com- Love As A Gift (scroll down to Gospel)

sundayschoollessons.com- Jesus Calls His Friends

sundayschoollessons.com- A Basket of Summer Fruit lesson

ministry-to-children.com- “Just as I have Loved You” Sunday School Lesson from John 15:9-17

ministry-to-children.com- Jesus is the Real Thing! (John 15:9-17) Children’s Sermon

biblewise.com- How Can I Love You More?

sundayschool.works- Love One Another (John 15:9-17) Sunday School Lesson and Activities

biblewise.com- Interview Jesus

rclblectionary.com- John 15:9-17 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 15:9-17 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 15:9-17 Junior High Lesson

The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?

textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources



Coloring

childrenschapel.org- As the Father hath loved me, so I have loved you. (John 15a)

flandersfamily.info- Remain in my love. John 15:9

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- John 15:12

timewarpwife.com- John 15:12 (scroll down to this)

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- John 15:13

timewarpwife.com- John 15:13 (scroll down to this)

faithconnector.s3.amazonaws.com- John 15:12

i.pinimg.com- Love One Another

churchpublishing.org- John 15:16 (page 38)

stushieart.com- John 15:17



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- As I Have Loved You group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- Heart Full of Joy group activities (crafts)

word-sunday.com- Love Poster

biblewise.com- Gifts of the Heart

web.archive.org- Beginner Memory Verse craft John 15:12

akidsheart.com- Easy John 15: 17 verse craft

pinterest.com- John 15:12 Craft

kgmcrafts.com- John 15:12 Craft

storage.snappages.site- Love One Another Craft

web.archive.org- Memory Verse craft John 15:14

dltk-holidays.com- John 15:13 mobile
Introduce craft: Who should we be kind to? Everyone. Let’s make a craft to remind us to “Love Others”

dltk-kids.com- Or make the lady bug with poster board or card stock. On the back of the lady bug where the wings open up write “Love Others”.


Introduce craft: How can we help others? Here is a craft to help to remind us to help others.

sugarspiceandglitter.com- A (Paper) Chain of Kindness

coffeeandcarpool.com- Acts of Kindness Links Paper Chain to Celebrate kindness (scroll down to this)

teachkidsart.net- Paper Chain of Kindness

twinkl.com- Kindness Paper Chain Challenge Activity

mrslearningbee.com- Kindness Chain (free printable)

mrslearningbee.com- Kindness Dominoes (scroll down for free printable)

mrslearningbee.com- Kindness Quilt (scroll down for free printable)

Love Notes- Cute magnet craft to put on your refrigerator to leave loving messages to the people in your family. (Christian Crafts for Christmastime by Kathy Ross, pages 54 & 55).


Loving others demands respect, consideration, cooperation, care, etc. Love is about giving. Fill these chore charts out or have the students come up with their own chores to do and color. These can be given to parents or friends/family etc. to show they are serious about their respect for them, care, etc. They are to bring the chore charts back signed next week and receive a small gift as a reward for their good deeds.

reallifeathome.com- Simple Chore Chart & Editable Chore Chart

dltk-cards.com- Custom Chore Chart

freeprintablebehaviorcharts.com- Look on the right sidebar to choose the age appropriate chore chart to print out.

chorecharts.net- Dozens of free printable chore charts, behavior charts and reward charts you can download and print for free.

papertraildesign.com- Free Printable Weekly Chore Charts

theincrementalmama.com- Free Customizable Weekly Chore Chart for Kids



Games

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- As I Have Loved You group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- Heart Full of Joy group activities (crafts)


Introduce game: How does Jesus want us to behave? Discuss. Well, here are some questions and let’s see how well you can.

Win or Lose by How You Choose

Need: Book- “Win or Lose by How You Choose” by Judge Judy Sheindlin

Directions- Divide the class into teams and do questions out of “Win or Lose by How You Choose!”



"How to Love" Ball Toss- A fun game for all ages on how to show love to others. (Super Bible Game Book by Linda Standke, page 120).

wildlyanchored.com- Love Bingo (scroll down for this)

cranialhiccups.com- Love One Another Game

kidssundayschool.com- Love Charades

makinglifeblissful.com- Love Game


Introduce games: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. What does this mean? It means we should treat others the same way you want them to treat you. That is easier said than done. Do you respect everyone and treat them kindly at all times? During our daily contact with others we can show compassion and generosity by treating them with respect and courtesy. This dignified and respectable behavior that we give to others is part of what Jesus was talking about. Try your best to treat others as you would like to be treated and you will find that it will help you so much in everyday life with getting along with others.

The Catholic Toolbox- Random Acts of Kindness File Folder Game

The Catholic Toolbox- How Rude!


Introduce game: Gospel John 15:10 If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and remain in his love. One of the ways you show that you love God is to obey your parents and honor them with respect.

The Catholic Toolbox- Back Talk Game (Honor Your Father & Mother)


Introduce games: Jesus' behavior and his parables help us learn how to treat one another morally and ethically. How would you handle the following challenges?

The Catholic Toolbox- Jesus is Our Savior

The Catholic Toolbox- WWJD File Folder Game and Moral Dilemmas Card Game



Movies

Veggie Tales: Accepting and Helping- Are You My Neighbor?

The Story of Flibber-o-loo or The Tale of Two Cities (15 min.) and ask questions:

1. What does loving your neighbor really mean? Help others whenever they need help even when you don’t feel like it.
2. Why wouldn’t the mayor and the doctor stop and help Larry? They said that they were too busy.
3. What should the mayor and doctor do? Help Larry.
4. Who helped Larry? A fellow from the other town.
5. Should we help people in need? Yes.
6. How can we help others?


The Gourds Must Be Crazy (14 min.) and ask questions:

1. Why wouldn’t Jr. invite Fernando to his party? Because he was different.
2. What did Jr. learn about people that are different? Being different can be good. It’s the inside that counts.
3. Should we make fun of people who are different? No.
4. How should we treat others? We should treat everyone how you would like to be treated.



Puzzles & Worksheets

sundayschoolzone.com- Maze

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another (Word Search) #1

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another (Word Search) #2

sermons4kids.com- A Heart Full of Joy (Word Search)

salfordliturgy.org- Word Search

web.archive.org- Word Search

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another (Decoder)

sermons4kids.com- A Heart Full of Joy (Decoder)

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another (Jumble)

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another (Crossword) #1

sermons4kids.com- Love One Another (Crossword) #2

sermons4kids.com- Heart Full of Joy (Crossword)

web.archive.org- Crossword

sdc.me.uk- John 15:9-17 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- John 15:9-17 Kid’s Bulletin

sundayschoolzone.com- I Have Loved You (Word Tiles)

sundayschoolzone.com- Love One Another (Word Tiles)

biblestudycourses.org- John 15:9-17 Exploring the Passage (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

northcoastchurch.org- Discussion Questions John 15:9-17 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

s3.amazonaws.com- Small Group Bible Study page 4 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

intothyword.org- John 15:9-17 (scroll down for questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

hccmobile.org- The True Vine John 15:9-17 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet

irp-cdn.multiscreensite.com- John 15:9-17 page 16 & 17 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

studyandobey.com- Inductive Bible Study John 15:9-7 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

multiscreensite.com- Small Group Discussion Questions John 15:9-7 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

gracebibleny.org- Love One Another – John 15:12-17 (scroll down to Fill in the Blank questions at bottom that can easily be made into a worksheet)



Snacks

Introduce snack- How can we say “I love you” to others? Have the children bake cookies and give to someone they love.

pillsbury.com- Chocolate Dipped Heart Cookies

pillsbury.com- Sweetheart Cookie Bouquet

pillsbury.com- Thumbprint Sugar Cookies



Monday, January 22, 2024

Gospel for the Mass: 4/28/24- John 15:1-8 (The Vine and the Branches)








*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year B page right below the header for other days that you need Gospel for the Mass activities.


Disclaimer: The posts below contain links to other websites and the content of these sites are evaluated before they are included. These websites can change without warning making links inactive and/or the content altered. We have no control over other websites and we are not responsible for the content that they post.




John 15:1-8



Activities

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.

catholickidsbulletin.blogspot.com- Download a FREE bulletin to help your kids learn more about our Catholic Mass. Each week's bulletin contains coloring pages for a saint and activities based on the Gospel. The coloring pages may also include a maze, dot-to-dot, find the picture, and many other activities.

loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families

4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (John)

sermons4kids.com- Branches on the Tree object lesson with group activities, coloring, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- A Branch or a Stick? object lesson

sermons4kids.com- The True Vine object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- The Vine and the Branches object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin

sundayschoollessons.com- Jesus Is The True Vine lesson

missionarlington.org- The Vine and the Branches lesson for older children and preschool. Activities are also posted.

ministry-to-children.com- Preschool Bible Lesson: Jesus is the Vine

ministry-to-children.com- Vine and the Branches Object Lesson from John 15:1-8

youthworker.com- The ‘I AM’ Study: ‘I Am the True Vine’

word-sunday.com- Getting Roots (scroll down to Gospel)

rclblectionary.com- John 15:1-8 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 15:1-8 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 15:1-8 Junior High Lesson

The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?

textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources



Coloring

kidadl.com- John 15:1

stushieart.com- John 15:1

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- John 15:1

flandersfamily.info- John 15:1-2

first-school.ws- V is for vine coloring page. "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener." "I am the vine, and you are the branches..." John 15:1-5

sermons4kids.com- John 15:5

fromvictoryroad.wordpress.com- John 15:5

i.pinimg.com- John 15:5

steviedoodles.com- John 15:5 (scroll down to this)

4catholiceducators.com- John 15:5



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- Branches on the Tree group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- The True Vine group activities (crafts)

first-school.ws- John 15:5 craft with snack

dltk-holidays.com- Make this mobile and put your favorite verse from today’s gospel in the center.

danillesplace.com- Vine and branches crafts

meaningfulmama.com- Vine and Branches craft

lovetolaughandlearn.com- Grapes (scroll down to this)

fiche-maternelle.com- Grapes

krokotak.com- Grapes Cut and Glue craft

papercraftss.blogspot.com- Quilled Grape Vine

craftingthewordofgod.com- I am Wheel
This Bible craft is for teaching on the “I Am’s” of Jesus. Instead of asking our kids who they think Jesus is, we can lead them through scripture and show them who Jesus is. We should show them who Jesus Himself said He was. And that is exactly what this craft will accomplish.



Games

sermons4kids.com- Branches on the Tree group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- True Vine group activities (games)

gloriadeikids.org- Jesus, Our Vine lesson with game (scroll down to this)

daniellesplace.com- Lesson Review Game (scroll down to this)

tncchurch.org- Vine Tag

Introduction- Listen to what Jesus said, "I am the vine and you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing.” John 15:5

If we keep our life connected to Jesus, we will grow. Our life will produce beautiful leaves and delicious fruit. But if we are separated from Jesus, our leaves will wither and die and we will never put forth any fruit. So how does Jesus want us to live?

The Catholic Toolbox- Jesus is Our Savior

The Catholic Toolbox- WWJD File Folder Game and Moral Dilemmas Card Game



Puzzles & Worksheets

biblewise.com- Maze (hard)

happyheartsbiblestudy.weebly.com- Vine Maze (scroll down near the bottom for this)

sermons4kids.com- Word Search

salfordliturgy.org- Word Search

web.archive.org- Word Search

biblewise.com- Unscramble the letters to see how Jesus describes the trunk, the branches, and the gardener. Then color the picture.

sermons4kids.com- Decoder

sermons4kids.com- Jumble

sermons4kids.com- Crossword

web.archive.org- Crossword

sermons4kids.com- The True Vine (Multiple Choice)

sdc.me.uk- John 15:1-8 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- John 15:1-8 Kid’s Bulletin (scroll down for this)

calvarycurriculum.com- The True Vine #232 with memory verses, circle the correct words, true or false, fill in the blanks, puzzles, and color sheets.

studyandobey.com- John 15:1-8 Inductive Bible Study (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

biblestudycourses.org- John 15:1-8 Exploring The Passage (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

jesuswalk.com- 26. Abiding in the Vine (John 15:1-17) questions that can easily be made into a worksheet

bibleversestudy.com- John 15 Bible Questions (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

static1.squarespace.com- Light of the World: John 15:1-17 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

rmcalvary.org- John 15:1-8 “I AM The True Vine” (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

whyteridgebaptist.ca- The Vine and the Branches - John 15:1-17 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

gracebibleny.org- Abiding in Christ – John 15:1-11 (scroll down to Fill in the Blank questions at bottom that can easily be made into a worksheet)



Friday, January 19, 2024

Gospel for the Mass: 4/21/24- John 10:11-18 (The Good Shepherd)








*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year B page right below the header for other days that you need Gospel for the Mass activities.


Disclaimer: The posts below contain links to other websites and the content of these sites are evaluated before they are included. These websites can change without warning making links inactive and/or the content altered. We have no control over other websites and we are not responsible for the content that they post.




John 10:11-18



Activities

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.

catholickidsbulletin.blogspot.com- Download a FREE bulletin to help your kids learn more about our Catholic Mass. Each week's bulletin contains coloring pages for a saint and activities based on the Gospel. The coloring pages may also include a maze, dot-to-dot, find the picture, and many other activities.

loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families

4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (John)

sermons4kids.com- The Good Shepherd object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- Taking Care of the Sheep object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf? object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, worship bulletin

ministry-to-children.com- I AM the Good Shepherd (John 10:11-16) Lesson

ministry-to-children.com- Children’s Sermon on Jesus the Good Shepherd (John 10:1-10)

kidssundayschool.com- Lesson 3: Jesus Is Our Good Shepherd

resourceforkidsministry.com- I am: The Good Shepherd (lesson)

sundayschoollessons.com- The Good Shepherd Gives Up His Life for His Sheep lesson

sundayschool.works- Sunday School Lesson (John 10:1-10) Jesus is the Good Shepherd

word-sunday.com- The Cost of Caring for Others (scroll down to Gospel)

word-sunday.com- Family Pet Care Sheet (family activity)

daniellesplace.com- The Good Shepherd Bible Lesson for Children

rclblectionary.com- John 10:11-18 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 10:11-18 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 10:11-18 Junior High Lesson

The Catholic Toolbox- The Good Shepherd- lesson for Pre K – K with: Objectives, Word Wall, Bible Story with questions, Songs and/or Finger Plays, Activities, Crafts, Games, Snacks, Coloring/Puzzles, etc.

The Catholic Toolbox- The Good Shepherd- lesson for first grade on up with: Objectives, Review, Vocabulary Words, Bible Story with questions, Activities, Crafts, Games, Snacks, Puzzles/Mazes/Worksheets, etc.

The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?

textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources



Coloring

sermons4kids.com- John 10:11

ministry-to-children.com- "Jesus is the Good Shepherd" Coloring Pages

4catholiceducators.com- Jesus is the good Shepherd (links to coloring pages)

123rf.com- John 10:11-18

kidadl.com- John 10:11 Coloring Page

craftingthewordofgod.com- The Good Shepherd (The Lost Sheep)- Coloring Page

religiousdoodles.com- The Good Shepherd Coloring Pages & Printables

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- John 10:11#1

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- John 10:11 #2

hideandseekministries.com- The Good Shepherd John 10:14 (coloring and handwriting)

stushieart.com- Good Shepherd



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- The Good Shepherd group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf? group activities (crafts)

pinterest.com- "The Good Shepherd" Kids' Craft

catholicicing.com- Good Shepherd Learning Activity and Craft


Introduce craft: Who is the Good Shepherd?

sweetgrace.typepad.com- BaaBaa Black, Pink, and Blue Sheep? An easy yarn craft (give it time to load up and scroll down to the white one with ears)

first-school.ws- Handprint Lamb or Sheep Craft
This is a very easy craft that the youngest child can help with and makes a beautiful keepsake. Template included.

crafty-crafted.com- Easter Lamb Craft

roomparentideas.com- Lamb Note Card Holder

onelittleproject.com- How to Make Pom Pom Sheep

Rocking Sheep- Tap the sheep very lightly and they will gently rock from side to side. (The Grolier Kids Crafts Craft Book by Cheryl Owen, page 18 & 19).

The Lord is My Shepherd Magnet- A cute sheep magnet out of popsicle sticks. You can omit the other wooden pieces and mini chalkboard in this craft and just use cardboard or construction paper. (Hands On Crafts for Kids 20-Minute Crafts, page 30 & 31).





Hand Lamb- (this craft was at familyfirst.com, but the website has been removed)

What You Need:

• White crayon
• Black, brown, and pink construction paper
• Scissors
• White glue
• Styrofoam tray to work on
• Cotton balls
• Hole punch
• Black sharp-pointed marker
• Thin ribbon

What you do:
1. Use the white crayon to trace around your hand on the black paper. Cut the hand shape out.
2. Cover the palm of the hand and the base of the thumb and fingers with glue. Then attach cotton balls to make a sheep.
3. Punch an eye for the sheep from the brown paper. Use the black marker to draw a dot in the center of the eye for a pupil. Glue the eye to the middle of the thumb.
4. Tie a piece of thin ribbon around the base of the thumb to form a neck for the sheep. Tie the ribbon in a bow.



Games

sermons4kids.com- The Good Shepherd group activities (games)

sermon4kids.com- Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf? group activities (games)


Introduce game: What does a shepherd do? What happens if one lamb is missing?

What Lamb Is Missing?

Need: Nothing

Directions: Students sit in a group on the floor. One student is “It” and must turn around and hide their eyes. Another student is picked by the teacher and they go outside of the room. “It” then must guess what lamb is missing. Whoever was the lost lamb is now “It”.


The Lost Sheep Hide and Seek- A great activity game to go with the Bible story. (Super Bible Game Book by Linda Standke, page 146 for game piece and page 146 for directions).



Herding Sheep Game

Need: Balloons and a staff

Pick one student and have them stand beside you in front of the class. Place an empty box on its side at the opposite end of the room.

Say: Let's practice being shepherds. First we need some sheep. Let's pretend these are sheep. (Put 1 balloon on the floor in front of the student). Here is your shepherd's staff (hand student a staff). Take your staff and herd your sheep into the pen (the empty box turned on its side). Hold your staff pointing down so no one gets poked, and be careful you don't hurt your sheep. Guide it gently – don’t push it from behind, but stand in front of it and coax it along. (Encourage student as they guide their sheep.)

Say: This is not a race, we just want each person to have a turn. When you get your sheep in the pen, pick it up and walk back to me and give me the staff and the sheep.

When each student has had a turn, ask the following questions:

Was it easy to make your sheep go where you wanted them to go?
• Do you think it's easy for shepherds to get sheep to go where the shepherds want them to go? Why or why not?
• It's hard to make balloons go where we want them to go, and it's even harder to take care of sheep because they sometimes run away or get lost.
• Do you remember our story from today?
• Who did it say is our shepherd? (The Lord, Jesus)
• Who are the sheep? (us)

Say: Jesus is our Good Shepherd, so when we follow him, we won't ever get lost.
• What are some things that kids your age might do to get “lost” and not follow Jesus? (not go to CCD or Mass, be unkind to family/friends, disobey parents, etc.)
• Why was the shepherd happy when he found the sheep? Why might he have been angry? Which is the more human reaction?

Say: We are all like sheep. There are so many things in the world that can ‘eat us up' if we get lost and if we don't have a good shepherd watching over us. Jesus is our good shepherd, so we will follow him.
• Do you think that Jesus is happy when we choose to follow him? Why or why not?



loyolapress.com- The Lost Sheep Game

web.archive.org- Scripture Sheep Cards (put the beginning of the verse on the back of the front of the sheep card and put the rest of the scripture on the back of the tail of the sheep card to play Memory)

The Catholic Toolbox- Sheep Memory Game

The Catholic Toolbox- The Good Shepherd File Folder Game

Introduce games: Jesus wants us to follow him. What does that mean? Why does he want us to follow him? Let’s see if we are good followers and can do the right thing.

The Catholic Toolbox- WWJD (What Would Jesus Do) & Moral Dilemmas Card Game



Puzzles & Worksheets

sermons4kids.com- Dot-to-dot

sermons4kids.com- Maze

sermons4kids.com- The Good Shepherd (Word Search)

salfordliturgy.org - Word Search

web.archive.org- Word Search

sermons4kids.com- Jumble

sermons4kids.com- The Good Shepherd (Crossword)

web.archive.org- Crossword

hideandseekministries.com- The Good Shepherd John 10:14 (scroll down to this coloring and handwriting sheet)

calvarycurriculum.com- The Good Shepherd #206 with circle the correct words, true or false, fill in the blanks, puzzles, and color sheets.

sdc.me.uk- John 10:11-18 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- John 10:11-18 Kid’s Bulletin

storage.cloversites.com- I AM the Good Shepherd John 10:11-18 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet

studyandobey.com- John 10:1-18 Inductive Bible Study (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

bibleversestudy.com- Questions for John 10 Bible Study (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

gracebibleny.org- The Good Shepherd – John 10:1-21 (scroll down to Fill in the Blank questions at bottom that can easily be made into a worksheet)