You will need three “people” puppets, one “animal” puppet (I use a sheep), a piece of plain paper, and a pair of scissors.
HOST: Today, we are going to ask the question ” What is Easter all about? “, but firstly let me introduce you to my panel of guests. Representing the younger generation is Miss Know It All.
MISS KNOW IT ALL: Thank you for inviting me back on your show. Just ask me the question, and I will give you the answer, because I know everything. » I want to read more! »
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To make the Empty Tomb Rolls, you will need Bridgford Frozen Rolls, large marshmallows, melted butter, and cinnamon-sugar. Give each child a roll and have them flatten it. Then have them dip the marshmallow into the melted butter. (We skewer them with a toothpick to keep hands a bit cleaner.) » I want to read more! »
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Do you struggle recruiting workers? Does ministry sometimes appear to be an activity of organized chaos? Do you feel it difficult to gain the support and vision from other leaders or the rest of the church body for what you desire to accomplish in the Children’s Ministry Department?
I am going to give you a plan of action to assist you in involving reliable workers, building support for your ministry, and creating an environment conducive to spiritual growth in your children. » I want to read more! »
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For this close-up illustration you will need a little coloured water, a saucer, a short candle, a glass, a coin and matches.
Presentation. Tell the children that you are going to explain to them what happened at the cross of Jesus.
Explain the following:
- that the coin represents you or me - place it in the saucer, towards the edge. » I want to read more! »
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An easy Easter skit to use with just the kids or for the whole congregation! We rented a bunny costume, but you can keep it simple if you need to with just bunny ears & nose and white clothing. by Jeremy & Brenna Sniatecki » I want to read more! »
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I am the preschool director of a medium sized church in NC. We have a large group of children (ages birth-teens) attending. Each age group is active among themselves, but they hardly ever do things together. For our children’s Easter party this year, we are hosting the whole group, but in differing capacities. I have asked that the youth monitor and participate in the games with the younger children, I have also put them in charge of the hiding and hunting of eggs. » I want to read more! »
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(fruit to snake drawing below)
TOPIC: Why is there sin in the world? Genesis 2 & 3
DRAWING STEPS:
1. Draw the fruit stem
2. Fruit
3. Snake tail
4. Tongue
5. Body markings
6. Head
7. Eye
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Are your puppets turning into space invaders? Trying to fit that 5-gallon hat into a 5-quart tub? Most of us could use a little more storage space. But just having the space isn’t always the answer either. It’s nice to have a system where everything has a place and is in its place. I guess it is much like our van while traveling. When we load up » I want to read more! »
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Our Youth Group enjoys this version of musical chairs because of the way it ends. Sometimes the victor gets a pie in the face, sometimes the two ‘finalists’ get to pick someone from their group who had to sit out, or the last man standing gets a pie in the face, or one of the leaders gets pied or to do the pieing, sometimes there’s a cool prize for the victor or last man standing instead of a pie. » I want to read more! »
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I’m sure that all of us have heard stories of how God has miraculously worked through children. We have our favorite Bible stories that feature God working through children; Samuel and David immediately top our list. But, what about our kids today? How is God working in their lives?
I have dozens of stories that I have shared that feature children being used to show God’s love throughout their families, communities, and countries. Most of those stories feature » I want to read more! »
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