Our Most Popular Christmas Items: Christmas is coming fast, so I wanted to point out a few of our most popular materials. Each of the following links will take you to a free printable Christmas resource. We have really been encouraged to hear how churches and families have used these items. It is our prayer that they will help you also. Printable Candy Cane Poem – download this file and use it for a children’s sermon Printable
This Sunday School lesson is based on the story of Simeon and Anna when Joseph and Mary present Jesus in the Temple. It was prepared for a class of 3rd and 4th graders, but could be modified for any elementary aged class. Feel free to print it out or adapt it for your children’s church. The schedule for this class is that during the period of time (about 30 minutes) we are waiting for all the students to
Here is another free Christmas program that you can download and use in your ministry. Simply download the zip file below and unpack the Word and PowerPoint files. It was sent to me by Mitch Townley, the children’s pastor at West Hills Presbyterian (PCA) in Knoxville. You can leave any comments or questions for Mitch at the bottom of this post. Download Link: The Twases of Christmas 6.2M Zip File Here is how he described the program.
This simple 12 Symbols of Christmas booklet is one of our most popular resources during the Christmas season. Use the link below to download the PDF printable version. Printable 12 Symbols of Christmas Mini-Book for Teaching Kids the Meaning of Christmas Here is a printable Christmas book about the 12 Symbols of Christmas. I have taken symbols of Christmas that we see all over the place and researched the true meaning of them. Each one has a
Here are some simple ways for Christian families to celebrate the Christmas season together. This post was written by Doug Wolter, the Pastor of Children & Education at LaGrange Baptist Church. You can read more from Doug at his blog Life Together. Our hope during the Christmas season is to intentionally pass on to our own children the love of Christ in creative ways. Children love traditions because they love repetition. They look forward to fun and familiar
There are so many children’s picture books out today that tell the Christmas story. Here is a short collection of books that I would highly recommend. These stories are fun and engaging, plus they tell the true meaning of Christmas. Your kids will enjoy hearing them again and again! Don’t miss our look at the top children’s Bibles available in 2020. God Gave Us Christmas, by Lisa Tawn Bergren This is a third story about Little Cub, whose curiosity
How many of your Nativity sets have wise men in them? Where do you usually place your wise men? Do you want to know where I place mine? Good! I place mine either on the other side of the entertainment center (across from the nativity) or if they are larger, on the other side of the room they are in. My friends have called me the “Manger Nazi” because I will go into their houses and move
Use this free lesson in your children’s church to teach children the biblical story of Christmas. This is the final lesson in a 3 part series about the birth of Christ. It could be modified to use in Sunday School or any children’s ministry setting. Be sure to modify it to best fit your ministry situation. Your feedback is welcome in the comment section at the end of this page. Bible Story: The Birth of Christ –
Christmas is coming soon, now is the time to plan that special activity, craft, or Bible lesson. This page lists some of the most popular resources on our website related to Christmas. Be sure to check back, we will be adding new content to this page leading up to Christmas. >> NEW for 2018 our Advent Coloring Calendar (one sheet per day leading up to Christmas) it’s not included in the download below but you should check
Last year I wrote a post about finding Christmas plays for your children’s ministry. In the comments that followed, one reader offered to share her Christmas play. We are posting it here for anyone to use in their church Christmas pageant. Please leave feedback or say thanks in the comment form at the bottom of this post. This Christmas play was written by Meketa Swords from Lighthouse WOC in Monroe, GA and this is our website. They
It’s time to start planning your Christmas program for kids. Browse our 100% free printable Christmas plays and download the one that’s right for your church. You can get some excellent Christmas programs under $10 on Amazon.com, but we know many churches want to create something original. For children’s Christmas songs for church we recommend this CD from Amazon. “Christmas Carols by Cedarmont Kids. It has 15 of the classics and split-track too. Printable Christmas Programs for
Are you looking for a great craft idea for your Christmas Sunday School lessons? This page lists our Christmas crafts, ideas and projects for kids’ Sunday School. Christmas Crafts for Sunday School Simply download the PDF instructions for each project listed below. These include craft examples, supply lists, and step-by-step directions. We also have video demonstrations to help you jump start your craft planning! Simple Advent Crafts for Sunday School Share these Simple Advent Crafts for Sunday
This page is your 100% free resource for planning this year’s Christmas Sunday School Lesson. Choose from printable PDF lesson plans below and then choose just the right craft project or coloring page to help the children remember what they learned in your class. Christmas Time-Savers Christmas Sunday School Lessons New “Nativity Notables” Lessons for Kids Heroes of the Christmas Story (Celebrated and Lesser-Known). Teaching Through the Nativity This simple series of 4 lesson plans uses the items
Here are some Bible verses about Christmas. You can use these favorite scripture quotes for your Christmas greeting cards. Many churches also use them for Advent Bible readings or Christmas programs. These Bible verses are inspirational for holiday occasions and a great way to personalize your gifts or crafts. I’d love to hear how you’re using these Christmas Bible verses for cards. Bible Verses About Christmas Jesus is called Immanuel — Isaiah 7:14, “Therefore the Lord himself will give
This lesson plan covers the events surround the birth of John. There is a special emphasis on the promise of God and the mission He would give to John. This lesson was first written for children’s church, but it can easily be adapted to other ministry settings. Hundreds of readers have already used it in their Sunday School class as a Christmas Bible lesson. Feel free to modify the content to fit your particular needs. Like all
This free printable Sunday School lesson is based on the story of the Wise Men found in Matthew 2:1-13. It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. The download below includes craft suggestions, worksheets, coloring page, and complete teaching guide. Wise Men Bring Gifts to Jesus Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 2:1-13 There are a lot of great truths to take from the story of
This free Sunday School lesson is based on the stories about Simeon and Anna from Luke 2:22-40. It shows the great joy that Jesus would bring to those who love God. Download the printable lesson plan below. It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. Simeon and Anna Rejoice at the Dedication of Jesus Christmas Sunday School Lesson from Luke 2:22-40 There are a
Download this free Sunday School lesson on the Birth of Jesus that focuses on Mary and Joseph. It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. The printable lesson plan below includes coloring pages, activities, game, and craft ideas. Bible Lesson: Mary and Joseph Kids Bible Study on the Birth of Jesus (Christmas) There are a lot of great truths to take from the story
Use this Sunday School lesson leading up to Christmas to share the story of the Bethlehem Shepherds with the children in your church. The download below includes the complete lesson plan, game ideas, craft suggestions, and coloring pages. It’s ready to print and kick start your Advent Sunday School lesson. See more lessons in our Nativity Notables series. Advent Lesson on the Bethlehem Shepherds Sunday School Lesson on Luke Chapter 2 Verses 8-20 In Nativity Noteworthies: Heroes
Download this Sunday school lesson to help children at your church learn more about the story of Elizabeth. Download the printable lesson plan below. See more lessons in our Nativity Notables series. Advent Lesson on Elizabeth & the Birth of John the Baptist” Sunday School Lesson from Luke Chapter 1 In Nativity Noteworthies: Heroes of the Christmas Story (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) There are a lot of great truths to take from the story of Jesus’ birth. There
Youth, adults, and kids will love these video format Bible quiz questions & answers. It’s in a game show format and all you need to do is play the video. It’s perfect for any small group gathering, Sunday School, or children’s church setting. Don’t miss our free printable Bible Trivia Questions and Answers. These awesome videos are from our friends at children’s ministry deals. They sell a downloadable video of this video Bible trivia quiz. Bible Quiz
AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 16 of 42in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 16: JESUS IS IMMANUEL (GOD WITH US) SUPPLIES NEEDED: Bibles, previous attribute of God posters, a large piece of paper with the words JESUS IS IMMANUEL: GOD
The Christmas story is often so familiar to the children in our churches (and to us) that we forget about the magnitude of it. We forget that God became man and dwelt among His people. Especially when teaching children we often focus on the sheep and shepherds, the angels, and the baby in the manger, without focussing on the truth that the Baby in the manger is the King of Kings. We hear the story so often, and in
My Sunday School class loves to color, cut, and has fun re-enacting stories, so I thought they would love this. I just created this simple playlet for them to color, cut, and then use to re-enact the Christmas story. I’m going to even bring in my laminator so that after they color and cut the pieces, I can laminate them and add magnets. Once the magnets are attached, they can “stick” them to the side of the
