Sunday, July 20, 2025

Gospel for the Mass: 1/18/26- John 1:29-34 (John the Baptist’s Testimony to Jesus)








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John 1:29-34



Activities

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

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

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- God’s Eye Witness News object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- The Trash Collector object lesson

ministrymindedmom.com- Jesus Washes Away the Sins of the World Object Lesson Activity

sundayschoollessons.com- John the Baptist Recognizes Jesus as the Lamb of God lesson

ministry-to-children.com- Jesus is the Lamb Without Blemish lesson

ministry-to-children.com- Children's Sermon (John 1:29-42) Object Lesson on Sharing about Jesus

ministry-to-children.com- Sunday School Lesson (John 1:29-42) Go Make Disciples

sundayschool.works- Sunday School Lesson: John’s disciples follow Jesus in John 1:29-42

word-sunday.com- Understanding Jesus (scroll down to Gospel)

The Catholic Toolbox- Celebrating the Mass Lesson: Lamb of God

rclblectionary.com- John 1:29-34 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 1:29-34 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- John 1:29-34 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

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Sunday Coloring Page

christmasisaboutjesus-devotion.blogspot.com- Jesus is the Lamb of God (scroll down to this)

coloringpagesbymradron.blogspot.com- John 1:29

longingjesus.wordpress.com- John 1:29 (scroll down to this)

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



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- God’s Eye Witness News group activities (crafts)

ministrymindedmom.com- Jesus Washes Away the Sins of the World Object Lesson Activity (scroll down for craft and you can also use clear contact paper instead of a laminator)

thehomeschoolvillage.com- Lamb of God craft

dltk-kids.com- Easy Lamb Craft

first-school.ws- Lamb Craft

sweetgrace.typepad.com- BaaBaa Black, Pink, and Blue Sheep? An easy yarn craft (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- Sheep Egg

kidscraftroom.com- Clothespin Sheep Place Card Holders

roomparentideas.blogspot.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).



Games

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- God’s Eye Witness News group activities (games)

The Catholic Toolbox- Bible Memory Verse Activities

Fast Phrase- The Really Big Book of Bible Games, page 244

Secret Pass Off- The Really Big Book of Bible Games, page 247



Puzzles/Worksheets

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell (Word Search)

sermons4kids.com- God’s Eyewitness News (Word Search)

web.archive.org- Word Search

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell (Decoder)

sermons4kids.com- God’s Eyewitness News (Decoder)

sermons4kids.com- God’s Eyewitness News (Word Jumble)

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell (Magic Square)

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell (Crossword)

sermons4kids.com- John 1:29 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- God’s Eyewitness News (Multiple Choice)

sermons4kids.com- Show and Tell (Fill in the Blank)

sdc.me.uk- John 1:29-34 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- John 1:29-34 Kid’s Bulletin (scroll down for this)

bibleversestudy.com- John 1:29-34 (scroll down for questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

gracebibleny.org- John 1:29-34 (scroll down to these fill in the blank questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

jesuswalk.com- Lamb of God. Participant Guide Handout Sheets (page 2 – 3)


From Google AI Overview

The "Lamb of God" (v. 29)

Why does John call Jesus "the Lamb of God?"
This refers to the Old Testament sacrificial lamb, most notably the Passover lamb that atoned for sin. John's declaration connects Jesus to the prophecy and role of taking away the sin of the world.

How does Jesus take away the sin of the world?
This points to His sacrificial death, which provides atonement and removes the guilt and penalty of sin.

John's Witness to Jesus (v. 30-34)

Why does John say, "He was before me?"
He is asserting Jesus's eternal pre-existence, emphasizing that Jesus existed before John, despite John being born first.

How did John recognize Jesus as the Lamb of God?
He saw the Holy Spirit descend on Jesus like a dove and heard God's voice affirming Jesus's identity as the Son of God, which convinced him.

What does it mean that John was "sent to baptize with water?"
John's baptism was a preparatory act of repentance, signaling the need for a coming Messiah to bring about spiritual cleansing.

What does it mean that Jesus "baptizes with the Holy Spirit?"
This is the new baptism, where the Holy Spirit indwells believers, symbolizing spiritual regeneration and empowerment, in contrast to John's water baptism.

John's Humility (v. 30, 33)

Why does John show such humility toward Jesus?
He declares himself "unworthy to untie his sandal," demonstrating his recognition of Jesus's divine superiority and his own subservient role.

What can we learn from John the Baptist's example?
His mission was to point people to Jesus, not to himself, serving as a model of true humility and selfless witness to Christ.



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