|
|
CLP KIDS Online Lesson: Holy Week Begins! |
|
Jesus' Triumphal EntryOn Palm Sunday, Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey while people spread palm branches and cloaks on the ground, shouting "Hosanna!" and welcoming him as their King and Savior. This event is mentioned in the Bible, in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, which is the week leading up to Easter Sunday. During this week, Christians around the world remember Jesus' last days, his crucifixion, death, and resurrection. Discussion questions:
Watch this short video to learn more about Palm Sunday and Jesus' triumphal entry. Hosanna! Hosanna! |
|
Maundy ThursdayMaundy Thursday honors the Last Supper, when Jesus established the Lord’s Supper. Churches celebrate Maundy Thursday by taking Communion. During the Last Supper, Jesus shared bread and wine with his disciples and gave them a new commandment to love one another as he had loved them. Maundy Thursday is also a time when Christians remember Jesus washing the feet of his disciples, which was an act of humility and service. Discussion questions:
Join us on Thursday at 6:30 as we celebrate Maundy Thursday. |
|
Jesus is CrucifiedGood Friday is marked by somber reflections on the death of Christ. When we meditate on what Jesus did for us, we are reminded of Jesus’ suffering and how powerful our sin is. Jesus took on our sin and experienced the ultimate separation from God so that we will never have to experience that. Jesus was arrested, put on trial, and sentenced to death by crucifixion, which was a common punishment at the time. Jesus was then forced to carry his own cross to a place called Golgotha, where He was nailed to the cross and left to die. He died on the cross in the afternoon, and his body was taken down and placed in a tomb. Good Friday is a solemn and reflective day for Christians as we remember the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus made for us. Discussion questions:
WARNING: This is a complex subject that requires conversation. We have chosen a video that summarizes Holy Week. I recommend you watch this as a family and pause and talk with your children. |
|
He is Risen!Holy Week leads up to the celebration of Jesus’ triumph over death on Easter Sunday. The Resurrection gives us hope that one day we will also have eternal life with God! On the third day after Jesus' crucifixion, His tomb was found empty, and He appeared to his disciples, proving that He had risen from the dead. This event is known as the Resurrection, and it is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. Easter Sunday is a joyful day, as Christians celebrate the triumph of Jesus over death and the hope that His resurrection brings for eternal life. Discussion questions:
|
|
Conclusion and DiscussionHoly Week is the week leading up to Easter Sunday, and it is a very important time for Christians. Holy Week includes several special days that commemorate the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, and it remembers Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Maundy Thursday remembers the Last Supper and Jesus' commandment to love one another. Good Friday remembers Jesus' crucifixion and death, while Easter Sunday celebrates his resurrection from the dead. During Holy Week, Christians reflect on the sacrifice and love that Jesus showed for them, and they strive to follow his example of humility, service, and love. Discussion questions:
|
