Curated children’s ministry resources and sermons (object lessons) for Sunday Readings from SermonWriter, Ministry-to-Children, Religion Teacher and other sources.
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH – Youth ministry from Holy family Church Thunder bay, produced such a prayerful stations of the Cross for Children Good Friday Service 2019.
YOUNG CATHOLICS – The reading for the procession of the palms recounts how Jesus was greeted by crowds while entering Jerusalem. The first reading tells how we will be saved by a servant. The psalm was quoted by Jesus from the cross. The second reading speaks of the how Jesus was obedient to the Father. And in the gospel we remember how Jesus suffered and died for each of us, so that we could know life.
THEMES:
During Holy Week we remember and celebrate the depth of God’s love for us. Ask each member of the family to share how he or she can spread God’s love at home this week.The palms passed out at church can make simple art forms, especially crucifixes. Use several palms to make a crucifix and place it on a wall where everyone can see it. Then share Luke 19:28-40.
Explain how the parade welcoming Jesus would soon be an angry mob seeking his death. During the week, read Luke 23:1-49 in sections, a few passages each day, ending on Good Friday.
Scripture Reference: Matthew 21:1-11
Suggested Emphasis: Praise Jesus and God.
Memory Verse: “Therefore I will praise you, LORD, among the nations. I will sing the praises of your name. ” Psalm 18:49 NIV
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MATT D’ANTUONO (6:14) – This video is a reading and reflection on the Sunday Gospel for kids for Palm Sunday, 2022. Matt is a high school teacher, a Catholic speaker and author of several books. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and eight children. He is working on a MA in philosophy specializing in Christian Wisdom from Holy Apostles College in Cromwell, CT. He blogs regularly at National Catholic Register.
VIRTUAL SUNDAY SCHOOL (8:11) – In this video we look at the theme of ‘JOY’ and the Bible story of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Palm Sunday). And we even have our own theme song!
Optional Materials: Palm branches, branch of other type, stuffed animal(s), flag. Use these items to make the lesson hands-on. Have the children take turns waving the items as you tell the story.
Children’s Message (Luke 19:28-40) Hosanna! The Meaning of Palm Sunday
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Text: Luke 19:28-40, Luke 22:14—23:56
Dollar Store Item: Bag of Rocks, Your hand.
Take Away: We move from praising Jesus, to finger pointing. Or We have to cry out!!
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Catechist Background and Preparation
Primary Session
Intermediate Session
Junior High School
The meaning of suffering
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CATHOLIC KIDS MEDIA – Palm Sunday C (2022).
FATHER JOE & BIG AL – Palm Sunday C (2022).
Objects suggested: Kazoos, pom poms, noisemakers, flags, drums, triangles, tambourines (anything that would be used to celebrate at a parade)
EXCERPT: Do you know what we are going to do this morning? We are going to have a parade! (Start passing out music instruments as you continue.) I brought a lot of musical instruments, noise makers, and flags — enough for everyone. What should we call our parade? How about the Praise Parade? We are going to have a Praise Parade for Jesus! (When you have finished passing out all of the instruments, lead the children in a parade around the room, through the hallway and back again.) Here we go, follow me. (Lead kids in shouting, “Hosannah!” and “Glory in the highest!”)
Wow! That was exciting, wasn’t it? There is hardly anything that is more fun and exciting than a parade. Have you ever been to a parade? Perhaps it was a circus parade, or a Christmas parade, but I am sure you have all been to a parade. Sometimes a parade is part of a really big celebration. Our parade today reminds me of something that took place in the city of Jerusalem about 2,000 years ago.
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By Dr. Carol J Miller
Objects: Have a folder of pictures of a donkey.
EXCERPT: Today is a special day for people like us, people who follow Jesus. Today is Palm Sunday. When Jesus entered the capitol city, Jerusalem, it was also kind of a scary day. A lot of powerful people did not like Jesus. They didn’t like him because the crowds were listening to the wonderful things Jesus said. They were not listening to the powerful people they used to listen to. The powerful people were so angry that they had made a secret deal with each other to kill Jesus as soon as they got the chance!
Jesus knew what they were planning to do. And that is why Jesus got a donkey. Now you might be asking yourself, “What has a secret plan to kill Jesus got to do with a donkey?” Well, I’ll tell you. In those days—2000 years ago—if a warrior or a general or a king wanted to attack a city and take over and be the new leader, he would come into that town on a war horse. Have you ever stood next to a really big horse? I mean a really BIG horse? They are huge and very powerful—and a little frightening. Behind the leader on his big war horse would come all that king’s soldiers, each one carrying weapons; swords and things like that. They were ready to fight!
By Lois Parker Edstrom
Objects: A stone.
EXCERPT: Have there been times when you feel so happy and grateful you just have to sing or whistle or shout? What are some of the things that make you feel that way?
I’ll list some of my favorite things and perhaps you will share some of yours.
It makes me happy to hear children laugh. I can’t help but laugh too and it makes me want to sing with the joy of it.
Some types of beautiful music cause me to sing or hum along, and sometimes loudly!
Certain foods are delicious. I love many fruits and vegetables, but the experience of eating dark chocolate makes me want to shout out loud.
What are some of your favorite things; the things that make you so happy and grateful you want to sing or whistle or shout?
Sermon Writer: Children’s Sermons – All Rights Reserved | © 1997-2020 Richard Niell Donovan; Click on title to read entire sermon.
FIRST READING
SECOND READING
GOSPEL
SOURCE: Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University; “Build. Plant. Grow.” = a free faith formation resource which aligns with the Liturgical Year of the Roman Catholic Church. The accompanying video is NOT associated with Markkula Center.
SOURCE: Worshiping with Children: A blog by Carolyn C. Brown, a Certified Christian Educator in the Presbyterian Church USA (PCUSA).
The story of Jesus entering Jerusalem is told through the eyes and words of the “Little” colt who carried him. Palm Sunday marks the start of Holy Week. Jesus rode into Jerusalem over 2,000 years ago, on a donkey to large crowds who were laying palm branches and cloaks on the ground as he rode by. The crowd was very excited. But, have you ever wondered what the donkey was thinking as he brought Jesus into Jerusalem? Do you think he was scared?
Opening Questions: What is the hardest test you have ever taken? How did you feel after you finished the test? Were you proud of your test grade? Why? Has anyone ever bragged about something you did that was hard? What was it?
- Being Judged Unfairly
- When Others Make You Suffer
- Being Made Fun Of
- Glory
BIBLE BLOCKS (1:50) – On Palm Sunday according to the Bible Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey colt while crowds of people waved palm branches and shouted, “Hosanna! Blessed is the King of Israel that comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna!”
THE ACTION BIBLE (2:13) – Jesus makes His Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. Based on Luke 19:28-40; Matthew 21:1-11
BIBLE FOR KIDS (26:43) – In the accounts of the four canonical Gospels, Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem takes place in the days before the Last Supper, marking the beginning of his Passion.
BIBLE FOR KIDS (26:43) – The crucifixion of Jesus occurred in 1st-century Judea, most likely between AD 30 and 33. Jesus’ crucifixion is described in the four canonical gospels, referred to in the New Testament epistles, attested to by other ancient sources, and is established as a historical event confirmed by non-Christian sources, although there is no consensus among historians on the exact details.
