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Mark 1:1-8
Activities
loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families
4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (Mark)
sermons4kids.com- A New Life in Jesus object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- John the Baptist Prepares the Way object lesson group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- A Messenger Sent From God object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin
ministry-to-children.com- John the Baptist (Mark 1:1-8) Bible Lesson for Kids
ministry-to-children.com- "Preparing for Jesus" Sunday School Lesson from Mark 1:1-8
sundayschoollessons.com- John the Baptist Speaks Out lesson
sundayschool.works- John the Baptist Prepares the Way (Mark 1:1-8) Sunday School Lesson and Activities
sundayschoollessons.com- The People Change Their Ways and John Baptizes Them
word-sunday.com- Time To Get Close To God (scroll down to Gospel)
truewaykids.com- John the Baptist (free printable lessons for under 5s, over 5s, preteens and teens)
youthgroupministry.com- Youth Ministry Lesson on Mark 1:1-8: The Voice in the Wilderness
rclblectionary.com- Mark 1:1-8 Primary Lesson
rclblectionary.com- Mark 1:1-8 Intermediate Lesson
rclblectionary.com- Mark 1:1-8 Junior High Lesson
bibleclasscreations.blogspot.com- Repentance Activity
The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?
textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources
Coloring
catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Sunday Gospel Coloring Page
sermons4kids.com- John the Baptist
sermons4kids.com- John the Baptist Prepares the Way
sermons4kids.com- Prepare the way for the Lord
sermons4kids.com- Prepare the Way for the Lord #1
sermons4kids.com- Prepare the Way for the Lord #2
churchpublishing.org- Mark 1:1-8 (page 3)
divineuk.org- Mark 1:1-8 (click on picture)
sermons4kids.com- Candle of peace
stushieart.com- Candle of Peace
Crafts
sermons4kids.com- A New Life in Jesus group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- A Messenger Sent From God group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Preparing the Way group activities (crafts)
daniellespace.com- John the Baptist Crafts
jesus-without-language.net- John the Baptist Craft #1
jesus-without-language.net- John the Baptist Craft #3
Introduce craft: What did John the Baptist eat while he was living in the wilderness?
almostunschoolers.blogspot.com- Clothespin Grasshopper/Locust craft
artistshelpingchildren.org- Grasshopper Crafts
freekidscrafts.com- Recycled Spring Clothespin Grasshopper
craftingthewordofgod.com- Toilet Paper Roll Grasshopper
craftingthewordofgod.com- The Plague Of Locusts
simplemomproject.com- Free Printable Grasshopper Craft
thecrafttrain.com- Cardboard Tube Grasshopper Recycling Craft for Kids
Games
sermons4kids.com- A New Life in Jesus group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- A Messenger Sent From God group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- Preparing the Way group activities (games)
Shoe-Tie Guy- Kids will play a high-octane game to discover what it means to serve Jesus. (The Encyclopedia of Bible Games for Children’s Ministry, page 72)
ourpastimes.com- Shoe Relay Race (this game could emphasize that John said he wasn’t good enough to untie Jesus’ shoes)
daniellespace.com- Review Games For John the Baptist (scroll down for these)
Locust Hunt- Hide several plastic or paper locust (or grasshoppers) around the room. Have the students find locust like John the Baptist did.
jesus-without-language.net- John the Baptist Games
Fast Phrase- The Really Big Book of Bible Games, page 244
Puzzles/Worksheets
sermons4kids.com- Preparing the Way (Word Search)
sermons4kids.com- A Messenger Sent From God (Word Search)
web.archive.org- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- A Messenger Sent From God (Decoder)
sermons4kids.com- Preparing The Way (Decoder)
sermons4kids.com- Prepare the Way of the Lord (Jumble)
sermons4kids.com- A Messenger Sent From God (Crossword)
4catholiceducators.com- Crossword
web.archive.org- Crossword
catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.
catholickidsbulletin.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.
sermons4kids.com- A Messenger Sent From God (Multiple Choice)
sdc.me.uk- Mark 1:1-8 Worksheet
thekidsbulletin.com- Mark 1:1-8 Kid’s Bulletin
truewaykids.com- John the Baptist (free printable puzzles and worksheets for under 5s, over 5s, preteens and teens)
biblestudycourses.org- Mark 1:1-8 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)
studyandobey.com- Mark 1:1-11 Bible Study Commentary With Questions - John The Baptist Prepares The Way (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)
southorlandobaptist.org- The Beginning of the Gospel - Discussion Questions Mark 1:1-8 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)
From Google AI Mode
Questions on Jesus and the "good news" (Mark 1:1)
• Mark begins his Gospel by stating, "The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God." What does this opening title communicate about Mark's purpose in writing?
• The phrase "good news" (Gospel) was a term used to announce a victory in battle or other significant events. In what ways does Jesus's arrival represent a greater good news than any human victory?
• What is the significance of the titles "Christ" (Messiah) and "Son of God"?
• Mark’s Gospel begins with this powerful statement about Jesus’s identity. How does the rest of the chapter, particularly the arrival of John the Baptist, set the stage for this new beginning?
Questions on John the Baptist's role (Mark 1:2-4)
• John the Baptist is presented as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies from Isaiah and Malachi. What does his appearance, clothing, and diet signify in relation to these prophecies?
• John is described as a "voice crying out in the wilderness." What does the wilderness location symbolize for the Jewish people, and why is it significant that John's ministry starts there?
• John's primary ministry is to "prepare the way" for Jesus. In what ways can we "prepare the way" for Christ in our own lives today?
Questions on baptism and repentance (Mark 1:4-5)
• What does John's preaching of a "baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins" mean? What is the difference between John's baptism and the Holy Spirit baptism that Jesus would later bring?
• People from Jerusalem and all over Judea went out to John to confess their sins and be baptized. What does this popular response suggest about the spiritual state of the people at that time?
• How are repentance and humility related, as demonstrated by the people who came to John?
• In what ways is confession a vital part of preparing one's heart for God's work?
Questions on John's humility and Jesus's superiority (Mark 1:7-8)
• John states that he is not worthy to perform the menial task of untying Jesus's sandals. What does this statement reveal about John's character and his understanding of Jesus's authority?
• John's ministry was powerful, yet he redirects all the attention toward Jesus. How can we model John's humble attitude in our own lives, ensuring that our work points to Christ and not ourselves?
• John contrasts his water baptism with the Spirit baptism that Jesus will bring. What is the significance of Jesus's promise to immerse his followers in the Holy Spirit?
Snacks:
Introduce snack: What did John the Baptist eat while he was living outside?
dltk-kids.com- John the Baptist Snack
dltk-kids.com- Grasshopper Legs
dltk-kids.com- Honey Spread
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