10 Faith-Based Christian Activities for Easter โ๏ธ๐ฐ๐ธ
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Easter is a beautiful time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and reflect on the hope and joy of His sacrifice. Here are 10 faith-based Christian activities to help kids and families focus on the true meaning of Easter while having fun together!
1. Resurrection Eggs ๐ฅ๐
Resurrection Eggs are a hands-on way to tell the Easter story using 12 plastic eggs, each containing a small symbol representing Jesusโ journey to the cross and resurrection.
โ Fill each egg with items like:
- A donkey figurine (Jesusโ triumphal entry)
- A coin (Judasโ betrayal)
- A piece of cloth (Jesusโ burial)
- An empty egg (the empty tombโJesus is alive!)
๐ Read the Bible verse that corresponds with each egg and discuss its significance.
2. Easter Story Time & Bible Verses ๐โ๏ธ
Gather children and read the Easter story from the Bible. Some key passages:
๐ Matthew 28:5-6 โ He is not here; He has risen!
๐ John 3:16 โ For God so loved the world…
๐ Luke 24:6-7 โ Remember how He told youโฆ
๐จ Let kids illustrate their favorite scene from the story as a craft!
3. Foot Washing Like Jesus ๐ฆถ๐ง
Teach kids about servant-hearted love by recreating Jesus washing the disciplesโ feet (John 13:1-17).
โจ Set up a basin of warm water and take turns washing each otherโs feet while discussing why Jesus served others.
๐ Ask reflection questions:
- How can we serve others like Jesus?
- How does it feel to be cared for by someone else?
4. Christian Easter Egg Hunt โ๏ธ๐ฅ
Instead of candy, fill eggs with Bible verses, small crosses, or prayer cards!
โ๏ธ Ideas for Bible Verse Fillers:
- โHe is Risen!โ (Matthew 28:6)
- โThe Lord is my strength and my song.โ (Psalm 118:14)
- โI am the resurrection and the life.โ (John 11:25)
๐ Bonus: Hide a โGolden Eggโ containing a special blessing or a small donation for charity.
5. Make a Resurrection Garden ๐ฟ๐ธ
Create a mini garden scene representing Jesusโ empty tomb!
๐ฑ What You Need:
- A small pot or tray
- Dirt & grass seeds (to symbolize new life)
- A small clay pot laid on its side (Jesusโ tomb)
- A stone to roll away (representing the empty tomb)
๐ Read Mark 16:1-6 as a family and discuss the significance of the empty tomb.
6. DIY Cross Craft โ๏ธ๐จ
Create a beautiful cross as a reminder of Jesus’ love!
๐จ Craft Ideas:
- Popsicle Stick Crosses โ Glue & paint them with bright colors.
- Nail & String Cross โ Hammer nails into wood in the shape of a cross & wrap colorful string around them.
- Paper Mosaic Cross โ Tear construction paper into pieces & glue them onto a cross outline.
๐ While crafting, discuss why the cross is central to Easter.
7. Easter Worship & Praise Dance ๐ถ๐
Have a family worship time with Easter-themed Christian songs!
๐ต Song Ideas:
- โChrist the Lord Is Risen Todayโ ๐ถ
- โMy Redeemer Livesโ ๐ถ
- โBecause He Livesโ ๐ถ
๐ถ For younger kids: Let them use ribbons, scarves, or flags to dance along!
๐ Afterward, take turns praying and thanking God for Jesus’ resurrection.
8. Christian Easter Card Making & Acts of Kindness ๐๐ท
Have kids create Easter cards with Bible verses and uplifting messages.
๐ Card Ideas:
- โRejoice! Jesus is alive!โ โ๏ธ
- โBecause He Lives, We Have Hope!โ ๐
- โHe is Risen!โ ๐
๐ต Deliver the cards to:
- Elderly neighbors or family members
- Church members who need encouragement
- Nursing homes or hospitals
๐ Bonus Challenge: Encourage kids to do one act of kindness for someone each day leading up to Easter.
Make This Easter About Jesus! โ๏ธ
Easter is more than bunnies & eggsโit’s a celebration of Jesusโ resurrection, love, and victory over sin. These activities will help kids grow in their faith, understanding, and love for Christ while having fun!
๐ฃ Which activity are you most excited to try? Let me know in the comments below! ๐๐ฟโจ
Vanessa Rooney – LDS Mum