Thursday, October 31, 2019
Gospel for the Mass: 12/1/19- Matthew 24:37-44 (No One Knows the Day or Hour)
*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 24:37-44
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
sermons4kids.com- Be Prepared for Christ's Coming object lesson with group activities, Advent calendar, puzzles, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- What Time Is It? object lesson with coloring page, group activities, quiz, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- Coming Soon! object lesson with group activities, Advent calendar, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin
sundayschoollessons.com- No One Knows the Day or the Hour of Jesus' Coming lesson
word.sunday.com- Good and Bad Times During The Holidays (scroll down to Gospel)
The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?
textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources
Coloring
servicioskoinonia.org- Clip art
churchpublishing.org- Matthew 24:36-44 (page 2)
sermons4kids.com- Candle of Hope
sermons4kids.com- Nativity Advent Calendar
Crafts
sermons4kids.com- Be Prepared group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- What Time Is It? group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Coming Soon! group activities (crafts)
ehow.com- No One Knows The Hour (scroll down to this craft)
Clock Crafts
Put on clock: "That day and hour, no one knows.” (Matthew 24:36-44)
budsies.com- How To Make A Cuckoo Clock Out Of Cardboard For Kids
crayola.com- Floral Cuckoo Clock Craft
crayola.com- Family Heirloom Cuckoo Clock
pinterest.com- Cuckoo Clock (made out of popsicle sticks)
handmadecharlotte.com- DIY Printable Cuckoo Clock
madame-citron.fr- DIY : Un coucou suisse des temps modernes (DIY: A modern Swiss cuckoo)
Click on l’oiseau en papier to print out the paper bird, and la maison suisse to print out the Swiss house. Be sure to use itools.com to translate directions. Or go to simplecraftidea.com for English directions. Printable cuckoo clock template only posted at madame-citron.fr-
hellowonderful.co- Cuckoo Clock Printable Pop Up Card (you can paste another clock face on this template if you wish)
squarespace.com- A Cute Cuckoo Clock Paper Toy (printable and you can also use it as a template to design your own)
Games
sermons4kids.com- Be Prepared group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- What Time Is It? group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- Coming Soon! group activities (crafts)
Puzzles
sermons4kids.com- Word Search
web.archive.org- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Decoder
sermons4kids.com- Decoder
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
web.archive.org- Crossword
Quizzes
sermons4kids.com- True or False
sermons4kids.com- Multiple Choice
Worksheets
sdc.me.uk- Matthew 24:37-44
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Special Events for the Month- November

*This month’s special events are: All Saints Day/All Souls Day, & Thanksgiving, and I have quite a number of activities for you to check out.
All Saints Day/All Souls Day
All Saint’s Day/Feasts/Saints- references, activities, coloring, crafts, games, lessons, puzzles, quizzes, songs, worksheets, etc.
Thanksgiving
Christian Thanksgiving Ideas & Activities- lessons & activities, crafts, games
Saturday, October 5, 2019
Christian Halloween Crafts
Here are some really cute Christian Halloween crafts you can do at home or in your classroom.
daniellesplace.com- How To Make Crafts and Learning Activities Relating to Halloween and Fall
ehow.com- Halloween Crafts for Kids in Sunday School Class
ezinearticles.com- Religious Halloween Crafts - Ideas For A Memorable Halloween!
creativebiblestudy.com- Parable of the Pumpkin object lesson with crafts
christiancrafters.com- Pumpkin Prayer and other activities
pinterest.com- Pumpkin Prayer Crafts
pinterest.com- Christian Halloween
teacherspayteachers.com- Candy Corn Trinity Craft (FREE)
teachingwithtlc.com- Using candy corn to teach the Trinity (craft)
Friday, October 4, 2019
Gospel for the Mass: 11/24/19- Luke 23:35-43 (Jesus is Crucified)
*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year C 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.
Luke 23:35-45
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
sermons4kids.com- King Backward object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- Christ the King object lesson with coloring page, group activities, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin
jesuswalk.com- This Day You Will Be with Me in Paradise (Luke 23:43) lesson with questions
cofchrist.org- Luke 23:33–43/23–44 lesson (page 155 – 157)
calvarycurriculum.com- Jesus is Crucified lesson #237 with memory verses, circle the correct words, true or false, fill in the blanks, puzzles, and color sheets
word-Sunday.com- Understanding and Choosing The Right Thing to Do (scroll down to Gospel)
ministry-to-children.com- Preschool Lesson: Jesus is Tried and Crucified (Luke 19:28-40, 23:1-49)
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- Luke 23:33
sermons4kids.com- Luke 23:33
marydeandraws.com- Luke 23:42-43
churchpublishing.org- Luke 23:35-43 (page 70)
catholicmom.com- Luke 23:35-43
Crafts
sermons4kids.com- King Backward group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Christ the King group activities (crafts)
lbrummer68739.net- Luke 24:42 craft
catholicinspired.com- Christ the King Craft {Liturgical Ornament}
Crowns
catholicicing.com- Christ the King Craft
sermons4kids.com- Crown Him King group activities (crafts)
craftbits.com- Easy Paper Crown craft
firstpalette.com- King and Queen Crown (six free printable crown templates)
firstpalette.com- Prince and Princess Crown (nine free printable crown templates to color, decorate and make into fun crown crafts)
David’s Crown, Preschool Christian Crafts by Linda Standke, page 24 & 25. (Directions and pattern included).
Crosses
daniellesplace.com- Cross Crafts (several cross crafts listed)
christiancrafters.com- Mosaic Cross
Easy cross necklace/magnet that all kids can make.
christiancrafters.com- Colors of Christ Cross (neat tip at the bottom for younger students)
momontimeout.com- Stained Glass Cross Craft
kindercraze.com- Stained Glass Cross
Games
sermons4kids.com- King Backward group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- Christ the King group activities (games)
Only Jesus (Jesus is God’s Son)- Children will review what they know about Jesus and realize that only God’s Son could do the things Jesus did. (The Encyclopedia of Bible Games for Children’s Ministry, page 117).
Puzzles
raisinglittlesaints.blogspot.com- Christ the King Printables (puzzles)
sermons4kids.com- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Word Search
web.archive.org- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Word Shape
sermons4kids.com- Decoder
sermons4kids.com- Decoder
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
web.archive.org- Crossword
Quiz
sermons4kids.com- Multiple Choice
Worksheets
sdc.me.uk- Luke 23:35-43 Worksheet
jesuswalk.com- Questions at the bottom that can be made into a worksheet for students
calvarycurriculum.com- Jesus is Crucified lesson #237 with circle the correct words, true or false, fill in the blanks, underline the correct answer, etc. that can be made into a worksheet for students
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Gospel for the Mass: 11/17/19- Luke 21:5-19 (Jesus Speaks of the Destruction of the Temple, Troubles & Persecutions)
*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year C 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.
Luke 21:5-19
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
sermons4kids.com- When I am Afraid object lesson with coloring pages, puzzles, group activities, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- He Holds the Future object lesson with group activities, coloring, puzzles, worship bulletin
jesuswalk.com- Nation Shall Rise against Nation (Luke 21:5-19) lesson with questions
kidssundayschool.com- A Reputation of Courage
After completing this lesson, the children will learn that God gives them the courage and encouragement they need to remain obedient to him, even during tough times, worldly pressures, and persecution.
kidssundayschool.com- A Reputation of Faith
After completing this lesson, children will understand that faith is the key to finding courage.
kidssundayschool.com- Unseen Faith object lesson
This object talk demonstrates how faith in our Lord can help us from being crushed by fear.
word-sunday.com- Two Girls Prepare (scroll down to Gospel)
The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?
textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources
icebreakers.ws- Fear in a Hat
People write personal fears anonymously on pieces of paper which are collected. Then each person reads someone else's fear to group and explains how the person might feel.
Coloring
sermons4kids.com- God is with me when I am afraid.
jewishpeople.com- Temple of Jerusalem coloring page
mscperu.org- gif
servicioskoninonia.org- gif
catholicmom.com- Luke 21:5-19
churchpublishing.org- Luke 20:27-38 (page 69)
Crafts
sermons4kids.com- When I am Afraid group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- He Holds the Future group activities (crafts)
Games
sermons4kids.com- When I am Afraid group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- He Holds the Future group activities (crafts)
Movies
Where’s God When I’m S-Scared? VeggieTales
Two stories are on the tape:
Tales from the Crisper
What happens when 5-year-old Junior Asparagus watches a Frankencelery movie that's a little too scary for him? Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber come to the rescue with a rollicking song, teaching Junior that God is bigger than anything he might be afraid of.
Daniel and the Lion's Den
The second segment takes us to ancient Babylon as the VeggieTales characters stage a musical adaptation of a classic Bible story. Larry the Cucumber, playing the role of Daniel, finds himself in deep trouble thanks to the King's conniving Wise men, played with zest by a trio of slippery scallions. In the end, Daniel learns that even in the lion's den, he is still in God's hands.
Questions:
1. Who told the King what his dream meant? Daniel
2. The Wise men got jealous of Daniel and what did they want to do? Get rid of him.
3. How did they do this? They had a law passed that people could only pray to the King.
4. Who would Daniel pray to? Only to God.
5. What happened to Daniel? They threw him in the Lion’s den.
6. Did the lions eat Daniel? No
7. Why didn’t the lion’s eat Daniel? God protected him.
Puzzles
sermons4kids.com- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Word Search
web.archive.org- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Decoder
sermons4kids.com- Secret Message
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
4catholiceducators.com- Crossword
web.archive.org- Crossword
Quiz
sermons4kids.com- True or False
Skits
kidssundayschool.com- The Hamster's Great Escape
The exodus from Egypt, as told by one family's pets. (Topics: Believing, Courage, Faith, Protection, Trust in God)
kidssundayschool.com- The Fiery Furnace
A lesson in standing for God no matter what.
Worksheets
sdc.me.uk- Luke 21:5-19 Worksheet
jesuswalk.com- Nation Shall Rise against Nation (Luke 21:5-19) questions at bottom that can be made into a worksheet for students to answer.
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Gospel for the Mass: 11/10/19- Luke 20:27-38 (The Question About Rising From Death)
*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year C 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.
Luke 20:27-38
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
sermons4kids.com- In Heaven Forever object lesson with coloring page, puzzles, quizzes, group activities, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- Lest We Forget object lesson with coloring pages, group activities, puzzles, worship bulletin
word-sunday.com- Gen’s Mother Receives Life (scroll down to Gospel)
jesuswalk.com- Marriage, the Resurrection, and the Christ (Luke 20:27-44) lesson with questions
gardencitycommunitychurch.org- Luke 20:27-38 lessons for Pre K – 5th Grade
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- Peaceable Kingdom
sermons4kids.com- We Will Never Forget
sermons4kids.com- Poppy
static1.squarespace.com- The Sadducees Question
churchpublishing.org- Luke 20:27-38 (page 68)
catholicmom.com- Luke 20:27-38 coloring page #1
catholicmom.com- Luke 20:27-38 coloring page #2
Crafts
sermons4kids.com- In Heaven Forever group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Lest We Forget group activities (crafts)
Games
sermons4kids.com- In Heaven Forever group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- Lest We Forget group activities (games)
Puzzles
sermons4kids.com- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Veterans & Remembrance word search
web.archive.org- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Word Shape
sermons4kids.com- Decoder
sermons4kids.com- Mystery Math
Solve the math problem. Record the solution in the top boxes. Find the letter that matches the solution number and record in bottom box. Write the word in the sentence below
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
sermons4kids.com- Veterans & Remembrance Day crossword
4catholiceducators.com- Crossword
web.archive.org- Crossword
Quizzes
sermons4kids.com- Multiple Choice
sermons4kids.com- Matching Facts
Worksheets
sdc.me.uk- Luke 20:27-38 Worksheet
jesuswalk.com- Marriage, the Resurrection, and the Christ (Luke 20:27-44) questions at bottom that can be made into a worksheet for students to answer.
plymouthchristiancentre.org- Luke 20:27-40 The Resurrection and Marriage
Questions that can be made into a worksheet for students to answer (page 8)
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Gospel for the Mass: 11/3/19- Luke 19:1-10 (Jesus & Zacchaeus)
*Be sure to check out Gospel for the Mass Year C 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.
Luke 19:1-10
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
sermons4kids.com- Big or Small object lesson with group activities, coloring, puzzles, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- A Little Man With A Big Problem object lesson with group activities, puzzles, craft, quizzes, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- Zacchaeus Goes Out On A Limb object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quizzes, worship bulletin
calvarycurriculum.com- Zacchaeus lesson #216 with memory verses, circle the correct words, true or false, fill in the blanks, puzzles, and color sheets
sundayschoollessons.com- Zacchaeus Climbs Up To See Jesus lesson
sundayschoolsources.com- Zacchaeus lesson with discussions, songs, crafts, games, questions, worksheets, memory work, etc.
dltk-bible.com- Zacchaeus lesson with activities
ministry-to-children.com- Jesus & Zacchaeus Bible Lesson for Children
word-sunday.com- Second Chances (scroll down to Gospel)
The Catholic Toolbox- Zacchaeus PK – K lesson with: Objectives, Word Wall, Bible Story with questions, Songs and/or Finger Plays, Activities, Crafts, Games, Snacks, Coloring/Puzzles, etc.
Read story: “Zacchaeus” from (Snip-And-Tell Bible Stories by Karyn Henley, page 96 & 97). While reading the story do cut outs as the story unfolds. Then ask questions from below.
1. What did Zacchaeus do for a living? He was a tax collector.
2. Why did everyone not like him? He often took extra money and kept it for himself. He was dishonest.
3. Why could Zacchaeus not see Jesus? Because he was short.
4. What did he do so he could see Jesus? Climbed a tree.
5. Jesus taught Zacchaeus that what he did was wrong and to live in God’s way so what did Zacchaeus do? He gave half of his property to the poor and he would give back four times the amount he stole from others.
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- Zacchaeus the Tax Collector
sermons4kids.com- Jesus and Zacchaeus
biblewise.com- Zacchaeus
funnycoloring.com- Zacchaeus and Jesus
freesundayschoolcurriculum.weebly.com- Zacchaeus climbs a tree to see Jesus. (page 4)
coloringstar.com- Jesus and Zacchaeus
churchpublishing.org- Luke 19:1-10 (page 67)
freesundayschoolcurriculum.weebly.com- Bible Story Mini Book to color (scroll down to this)
theclipartwizard.com- Several coloring pages posted and mini Bible Story Book to color
lambsongs.co.nz- Zacchaeus Climbs a Tree Bible story mini book or one page story to color (scroll down to this)
Crafts
sermons4kids.com- Big or Small group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- A Little Man with a Big Problem group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Zacchaeus Goes Out On A Limb group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Make Your Own Periscope
Zacchaeus- Bible Story Wheel (Bible Wheels to Make and Enjoy by Carmen Sorvillo, page 51 & 52.)
daniellesplace.com- Several Zacchaeus crafts listed
pinterest.com- Zacchaeus
Introduce craft: What did Zacchaeus do for a living? How did he carry his money around?
Make a money bag out of paper or material and put play money inside.
artistshelpingchildren- Make Wallets or Purses. (You can cut the felt and punch holes in it with a hole puncher for the children to make it easier.)
Introduce craft: What did Zacchaeus do so he could see Jesus?
Zacchaeus in a Tree craft
mrs.jonescreationstation.com- The Story of Zacchaeus (craft)
churchhousecollection.blogspot.com- Zacchaeus and Jesus Toilet Paper Roll Craft for Kids in Sunday school or Children's Church
dltk-holidays.com- Tree
i.pinimg.com- Zacchaeus
Games
sermons4kids.com- Big or Small- It Doesn’t Matter At All group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- A Little Man with a Big Problem group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- Zacchaeus Goes Out On A Limb group activities (games)
jesus-without-language.net- Zacchaeus games listed
I Spy (Zacchaeus Sees Jesus)- This lighthearted game engages students with the story of Jesus and Zacchaeus. It could be played indoors, outdoors, or while traveling. (The Encyclopedia of Bible Games for Children’s Ministry, page 86).
Zacchaeus, Come Down!- Blow up balloon and tie it off. Remind the students that the people did not want Zacchaeus to be with Jesus and they grumbled. Using masking tape, mark spots on the floor that the student must stand on. Have one student stand on each marker and tell the students that they must stay where they are standing (they cannot move their feet) and they have to keep Zacchaeus (the balloon) from touching the floor. The teacher starts the game by saying, “Zacchaeus, Come Down!” and tosses the balloon up high in the air for the students who must try to keep Zacchaeus from touching the ground using their hands.
The Catholic Toolbox- Zacchaeus, Come Down! (file folder game)
Forgiveness Frenzy- The Really Big Book of Bible Games, page 82.
daniellesplace.com- Several Zacchaeus games listed
Puppetry
christiancrafters.com- Zacchaeus Puppet Skit
Puzzles
Zacchaeus Climbs a Tree- Count the items in each row, then write the number next to that row. Color the pictures, too. (Big Puzzles for Little Hands: Jesus’ Life and Lessons by Carla Williams, page 56).
biblewise.com- Dot-to-dot
sermons4kids.com- Maze
biblewise.com- Jesus is going to Zacchaeus house. Which path will He take? (maze)
biblewise.com- Little Man in the Tree (maze)
365 Activities for Kids (do the Zacchaeus in the tree maze on October 23 or find the 10 differences puzzle on October 24).
dltk-bible.com- Zacchaeus Printable Activity Pages (mazes, anagrams, crossword puzzles, word search, cryptogram, mining sheets, etc.
sermons4kids.com- Word search
web.archive.org- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Word Shape
sermons4kids.com- Decoder
sermons4kids.com- Secret Message
sermons4kids.com- Crossword
4catholiceducators.com- Crossword
web.archive.org- Crossword
Quizzes
sermons4kids.com- Multiple Choice
gardenofpraise.com- Fill in the Blanks
sermons4kids.com- Fill in the Blanks
sermons4kids.com- True or False
Worksheets
4catholiceducators.com- 2 worksheets posted to print out (scroll down to these)
abrahamicfaith.org- Just A Normal Day (page 20)
Zacchaeus did not expect to be spending his evening with Jesus, but it happened. How about you? Fill in the following sections and try to visualize what a visit with Jesus could be like.
sdc.me.uk- Luke 19:1-10 Worksheet
ebiblestudy.org- Using your Bible, fill in the blanks below and answer the thought questions about choosing big—even if you are little.
calvarycurriculum.com- Zacchaeus #216 with circle the correct words, true or false, fill in the blanks, underline the correct answer (page 3)
Forgiveness
childrensministry.com- All Clear object lesson
Use this message to teach children about how God has forgiven us.
christiancrafters.com- Sin and Forgiveness object lesson
kidssundayschool.com- God's Forgiveness object lesson
This Object Talk will help demonstrate the power of God's forgiveness over our sins, and how the Holy Spirit can melt away the barriers that keeps us from Him.
Friday, September 20, 2019
Good Neighbor Game
This game is free, however it is only to be used for classroom and personal use. It 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 all activities are not my own and are from various internet sources.
*All graphics/images/clipart etc. used on this game are not my own and are from various internet sources.
Good Neighbor Game- Players cruise around the board answering question about how to be a good neighbor. The first player to FINISH with the most Good Deed tokens wins the Good Neighbor Award.
National Good Neighbor Day is observed annually on September 28. This day was created to acknowledge and celebrate the importance of a good neighbor.
To celebrate National Good Neighbor Day, do something nice for your neighbor today. Use #GoodNeighborDay to post on social media.
A good neighbor is one who is there for his or her neighbors. God does not use the term lightly, nor does He restrict it to one’s local community. A good neighbor is one who helps and serves in good times and bad.
You may be surprised that the Bible has much to say about neighbors. In fact, Jesus presented an entire parable to show how important it is to be neighborly; and not only that, He showed how being a good neighbor figures into inheriting eternal life!
A lawyer asked Jesus what he needed to do to receive eternal life. Jesus answered him, “What is written in the law? What is your reading of it?” He said in reply, “You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your being, with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.” (Luke 10:26-27). Or: One of the scribes, when he came forward and heard them disputing and saw how well he had answered them, asked him, “Which is the first of all the commandments?” Jesus replied, “The first is this: ‘Hear, O Israel! The Lord our God is Lord alone! You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” Mark 12:28-31
What kind of neighbor do you want to be? If you’re going to be a good neighbor, what does that entail? Remember is that not everyone in our neighborhood will be like us, which means it is important to get to know the people in our neighborhoods. Learning about and getting to know our neighbors can help us become better neighbors.
It is a blessing to have a good neighbor, but it is even a greater thing to BE a good neighbor. Good neighbors often become friends. They watch out for each other, lend a helping hand and are there for advice when asked. Neighbors offer that cup of sugar when we are short, collect our packages when we are on vacation, watch our homes and sometimes watch our children and our pets. Simply put, being a good neighbor makes good neighbors and develops lifelong friendships.
Are you a good neighbor? See if you are a good neighbor by playing “Good Neighbor Game”. It’s a fun activity that you can play as a family to help teach your children to be a good neighbor as well. Enjoy!
Directions:
Separate cards and tokens and put in 3 small baskets near the game board. Place your marker on START. Determine who goes first and play moves clockwise. The player to your left draws a SITUATION card and reads it out loud. On the cards are situations that you must state what you should do as a good neighbor would do. If you answer the question correctly, you roll the die and move the number indicated on the die. If you are not correct, you stay where you are and try again on your next turn. If the player lands on a CHANCE space, they draw a CHANCE card and read it out loud. The player then must do what the card says (move forward, move back or lose a token). If a player lands on GOOD DEED they receive a Good Deed token for doing a good deed for their neighbors which in turn will hopefully spread more acts of kindness throughout the neighborhood. If a player lands on a space that another player is on, be a good neighbor and take the nearest space behind them that is not occupied. The first player to FINISH with the most Good Deed tokens wins the Good Neighbor Award.
Preparation:
1. Print out game board and game instructions.
2. Cut out game board and game instructions and trim where needed.
3. Label a file folder with the name of the game on the tab.
4. Glue the game instructions that are attached to the front of the file folder.
5. Open the folder and glue the game board down in the appropriate spots (left side/right side).
6. Store game pieces in a plastic bag for safe keeping. Playing pieces can be coins, colored buttons, game pieces from other games, fish rocks for the bottom of aquariums, craft foam cut into shapes, glass rocks for vases, etc. You can paint small objects such as rocks, small plastic tops or caps, etc. You can also buy pawns at game stores. Use only one (1) die for this game.
7. Open the folder and laminate or cover with clear contact paper to make it last.
8. Use these cards or make your own. Print out SITUATION cards on light blue card stock. Print out CHANCE cards on light yellow card stock.
9. Print out several pages of GOOD DEED tokens on card stock.
10. Cut out cards and tokens. Laminate or cover with clear contact paper to make them last. Store them separately in plastic bags.
*Use the Game Cards that are provided or make your own. You can also make cards specific to what you have been learning in your classroom.
All graphics/images/clipart etc. used on this game are not my own and are from various internet sources.
Good Neighbor Game- Directions, Game Board, Chance Cards, Situation Cards, Good Deed Tokens
Special Events for October

*This month’s special events are: Respect Life Sunday, Our Lady of the Rosary, World Mission Sunday, and I have quite a number of activities for you to check out.
Respect Life Sunday
Pro Life Activities- Stumped for activities concerning Pro Life? Here are a few that your students might enjoy.

Look Who’s Growing Dominos- A fun way to educate young students that babies grow into adults to help promote Pro Life (4 pages of dominos).
Look Who’s Growing- This game provides an entertaining way to educate students about pregnancy and fetal development to help promote Pro Life.
Our Lady of the Rosary
The celebration of this day invites all to mediate upon the mysteries of Christ, following the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary who was so singularly associated with the incarnation, passion and glorious resurrection of the Son of God.
catholicculture.org- Catholic Activity: Our Lady of the Rosary
catechistjourney.loyolapress.com- Free Rosary Powerpoint
americancatholic.org- Our Lady of the Rosary
Rosary- references, activities, coloring, crafts, games, puzzles, worksheets
tiredtwang.blogspot.com- Our Lady of the Rosary (coloring)
fcpeace.com- Memory game on the feast of Mary
World Mission Sunday
childrensministry.com- Teaching Kids About Missions: Object Lesson
dba.net- Mission Games & Activities
wycliffe.org- “Sunday School with Kate & Mack” is a five-week lesson plan that travels around the world with Kate — a Wycliffe missionary kid — and her best friend, Mack. Beginning with the concept that the Bible is an adventure book, these lessons take your kids to a different country and language group each Sunday! They’ll learn about God’s amazing love for each one of us and how he wants everyone to hear about that love through the Bible in their own language.
propfaith.net- A Program for Mission Awareness for World Mission Sunday and Mission Month (Grades K – 12)
wearezoe.org- Mission Activities for Children
truthforkids.com- Mission Awareness Booklet
A 12-page activity booklet to make children aware of the important role of a missionary. Downloadable and easy to make.
desiringgod.org- 10 Ways to Help Kids Love Missions
ministry-to-children.com- Preschool Bible Lesson about Missions
sandiegomissionoffice.org- Mission Activity Ideas
This resource will assist leaders to bridge games and activities into helping children discover the needs of people around the world and in responding to those needs. This resource will also encourage children in a commitment to Christ as well as their growth as Christians.
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Mass Etiquette
When people think of Mass etiquette, probably what comes to mind most are the obvious: having cell phones turned off, no chewing gum, keeping quiet etc. While these are valid points to remember, Mass etiquette is not only a listing of “do's and dont’s” but an invitation to all who come to church to remember where they are and to act accordingly.
Here are a few links about proper etiquette in Mass that might be useful that you can use in your classroom or home.
aggiecatholicblog.org- Mass Etiquette: 20 Things To Do And Not Do In Mass
st.hohnthebaptistcc.org- Catholic Etiquette
saintcatherineparishnh.com- Etiquette for Holy Mass
catholic.org- Church Etiquette Review
Mass Etiquette: Most Frequently Asked Questions- Lots of people are confused by the Do’s and Don’ts during Mass. Here are a few questions with answers that might be of some help.
catholic365.com- Forgotten Mass Etiquette
quizlet.com- Mass Etiquette Flash Cards
quizlet.com- Catholic Mass and Etiquette Flash Cards
Church & Respect- lesson on why and how to act in church and what it means to respect others (parents, teachers, etc.). Lesson consists of: Objectives, Review, Vocabulary Words, Bible Story with questions, Activities, Crafts, Games, Snacks, Puzzles/Mazes/Worksheets, etc.
Coloring
lds.org- 2 worksheets- Circle the pictures that show children praying reverently. Cross out the pictures that show what we should not do while praying. Color the pictures of the children who are dressed for church. Cross out the pictures of children who are not dressed for church. (scroll down to these)
dltk-bible.com- Mind Your Manners (black and white version to color)
Games
These games are free, however they are 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.
The Holy Mass Game- Directions and questions. (This game is in accordance with the new Roman Missal that is to be implemented on November 27, 2011.)
Actions Speak Louder Than Words Game- A fun review game about actions during Mass. (This game is in accordance with the new Roman Missal that is to be implemented on November 27, 2011.)
What ever happened to good manners in church?- Find out if you know how to behave in church. Roll the die and move that many spaces. Follow the directions on the space you land on. If the space has a Roll Play activity on it, perform it to the best of your ability. If needed, the teacher will help you understand what to do and coach you how to do it correctly. If the space has a picture of person reacting to bad behavior that they had just seen in church, draw a Game Card and read it out loud (if the student cannot read, the teacher or someone can read it for them). Answer the question to the best of your ability (the teacher can coach the student if necessary).
Puzzles, Mazes, Worksheets:
dltk-bible.com- Church and Respect Puzzles (anagrams, crosswords, cryptogram, maze, word-mining sheets, word searches, etc.)
lds.org- 2 worksheets- Circle the pictures that show children praying reverently. Cross out the pictures that show what we should not do while praying. Color the pictures of the children who are dressed for church. Cross out the pictures of children who are not dressed for church. (scroll down to these)
dltk-bible.com- Mind Your Manners (black and white version to color and circle)
These activities are free, however they are 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.
The Church is God’s House (for younger students)- Ask your child the following questions about the lesson today and have them circle the answer.
Behavior In Mass- Draw a smile face next to the good things to do during Holy Mass. Draw a sad face next to the things not to do during Holy Mass.
Mass Etiquette Worksheet- Write True or False in the spaces provided.
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