“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:34 The Passion on Film I don't like Jesus movies. Even …
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A Story for Holy Week: “Ragman”
"'Give me you rag,' he said, tracing his own line on her cheek, 'and I'll give you …
Video Tutorial: How to Make a Palm Cross
Palm Sunday is upon us, and churches around the world will be enacting the drama of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Is …
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Make a Resurrection Set: Hands-on Easter Learning
"After telling and showing them the story, let children play. Encourage them to tell you the story." Make a Resurrection …
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Maundy Thursday with Children
"We taught the children to sing “Ubi Caritas,” which they continued to chant throughout the …
Children’s Stations of the Cross
"The very young ones may not grasp all the details, but they are captivated by the figure of Jesus, even when he …
9 Children’s Easter Books To Tell The Story of Jesus
"Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the …
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A Holy Saturday Reflection
"I'm here with them in the fulcrum..." I I sit on a creaking camp stool surrounded by assorted grim …
A Good Friday Reflection: Room for Joy
"Good Friday only works for me because of Easter. Good Friday's exquisite pain is exquisite only because it will end, will be …
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Go Green on Palm Sunday
"Protecting these forests and jobs require a delicate balance between retaining a market for palm fronds and encouraging …