10 Fun & Faith-Filled Activities to Keep Your Kids Engaged on Sunday
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Sundays are a special day for families—an opportunity to worship, rest, and spend quality time together. But for many parents, keeping children engaged in faith-centered activities after church can be a challenge. Kids often have short attention spans, and if they aren’t actively involved, they may see Sundays as boring rather than meaningful.
The good news? With a little creativity, you can turn Sundays into a fun and faith-filled experience for your children! Here are 10 engaging activities to help your kids grow spiritually while making Sundays enjoyable.
1. Bible Story Reenactments
Why It Works:
Kids love to play pretend, and acting out Bible stories makes scripture come alive! When children engage their imagination, they are more likely to remember and internalize the message.
How to Do It:
- Choose a simple Bible story (e.g., David and Goliath, Jonah and the Whale, or Jesus Calming the Storm).
- Assign roles to your kids and let them dress up in makeshift costumes.
- Encourage them to act out the story while you narrate.
- Afterward, discuss the lesson and moral of the story.
💡 Bonus: Record the performance and let them watch it later!
2. Sunday Scripture Scavenger Hunt
Why It Works:
Kids love the thrill of a challenge! A scripture-based scavenger hunt helps them connect with Bible verses while keeping them active.
How to Do It:
- Write clues based on Bible verses (e.g., “Find something as small as a mustard seed” – Matthew 17:20).
- Hide small prizes or treats around the house based on biblical themes.
- Give them a Bible and let them look up the clues to find the next step.
💡 Bonus: Adapt this for outdoor play by hiding clues in the yard or at a park!
15 Scripture Clues & Hunt Ideas:
1. Mustard Seed Faith
📖 Clue: Find something as small as a mustard seed! (Matthew 17:20)
🔎 Hide: A mustard seed, a tiny bead, or a small rock.
💡 Lesson: Even a small amount of faith can move mountains!
2. Light of the World
📖 Clue: Look for something that shines in the darkness. (Matthew 5:14-16)
🔎 Hide: A flashlight, candle, or glow stick.
💡 Lesson: Jesus calls us to let our light shine before others.
3. Bread of Life
📖 Clue: Find what Jesus called the Bread of Life. (John 6:35)
🔎 Hide: A piece of bread, crackers, or a picture of bread.
💡 Lesson: Jesus satisfies our spiritual hunger.
4. Living Water
📖 Clue: Find what Jesus told the woman at the well about! (John 4:14)
🔎 Hide: A cup of water or a bottle of water.
💡 Lesson: Jesus is the source of eternal life.
5. The Good Shepherd
📖 Clue: Find something that reminds you of sheep or a shepherd. (John 10:11)
🔎 Hide: A stuffed sheep, cotton balls, or a shepherd’s crook.
💡 Lesson: Jesus cares for and protects His people.
6. Armor of God
📖 Clue: Find something that protects you like God’s armor. (Ephesians 6:10-18)
🔎 Hide: A toy helmet, shield, or picture of armor.
💡 Lesson: We must wear the armor of God to stand strong in faith.
7. Fruits of the Spirit
📖 Clue: Look for something sweet and healthy! (Galatians 5:22-23)
🔎 Hide: A real piece of fruit or a fruit-shaped toy.
💡 Lesson: We should show love, joy, peace, patience, and other fruits in our lives.
8. God’s Word is a Lamp
📖 Clue: Find something that helps us see in the dark! (Psalm 119:105)
🔎 Hide: A small lamp, a candle, or a Bible verse written on a flashlight.
💡 Lesson: The Bible guides us like a lamp in the darkness.
9. Jesus Calms the Storm
📖 Clue: Find something that reminds you of a storm. (Mark 4:39)
🔎 Hide: A spray bottle (for rain), a fan (for wind), or a boat toy.
💡 Lesson: Jesus has power over all storms in our lives.
10. Jonah and the Whale
📖 Clue: Find something that belongs in the sea! (Jonah 1:17)
🔎 Hide: A fish toy, a blue blanket (ocean), or a whale cutout.
💡 Lesson: God gave Jonah a second chance, just as He forgives us.
11. The Lost Coin
📖 Clue: Find something small and valuable that was lost! (Luke 15:8-10)
🔎 Hide: A coin or something shiny.
💡 Lesson: God rejoices when one lost soul comes back to Him.
12. The Wise & Foolish Builders
📖 Clue: Find something that helps build strong foundations! (Matthew 7:24-27)
🔎 Hide: A rock (strong foundation) and sand (weak foundation).
💡 Lesson: We must build our lives on Jesus, our solid foundation.
13. The Ten Commandments
📖 Clue: Find something that reminds you of God’s laws! (Exodus 20:1-17)
🔎 Hide: A set of written “commandments” on tablets or a stone-shaped object.
💡 Lesson: God’s commandments guide us to live righteously.
14. God Takes Care of the Birds
📖 Clue: Look for something with feathers! (Matthew 6:26)
🔎 Hide: A bird toy, feathers, or a nest.
💡 Lesson: If God provides for the birds, He will provide for us too!
15. The Walls of Jericho
📖 Clue: Find something you can knock down like the walls of Jericho! (Joshua 6:20)
🔎 Hide: A set of blocks or cups stacked like a wall.
💡 Lesson: Trusting in God brings victory, even when things seem impossible.
3. DIY Prayer Box Craft
Why It Works:
Prayer is essential in building faith, but sometimes kids don’t know what to pray for. A prayer box gives them a tangible way to express their thoughts to God. You may want to check out our full article on creating a prayer box here.
How to Do It:
- Provide a small box (a shoebox or wooden box works great).
- Let your child decorate it with paint, stickers, or Bible verses.
- Fill the box with small pieces of paper where they can write prayer requests.
- Encourage them to add new prayers each Sunday and review them together.
💡 Bonus: At the end of each month, read old prayer requests and talk about how God has answered them!
4. Bible-Themed Cooking Activity
Why It Works:
Cooking together is fun and educational! When you tie food into a Bible story, it reinforces spiritual lessons in a hands-on way.
How to Do It:
- Pick a recipe inspired by a Bible story, such as:
- “Manna from Heaven” Biscuits (Exodus 16)
- “Loaves and Fishes” Bread & Fish Sticks (Matthew 14:13-21)
- “Daniel’s Veggies” Snack Platter (Daniel 1:12)
- Let your kids help prepare the food and read the related scripture while cooking.
💡 Bonus: Have a “Bible Feast” night, where each dish represents a different Bible story!
5. Worship Dance Party
Why It Works:
Kids love to move, and worship music is a great way to help them express their love for God through movement.
How to Do It:
- Create a playlist of fun, upbeat Christian songs (e.g., Hillsong Kids, Seeds Family Worship, or classic hymns with a modern twist).
- Encourage dance, movement, and worship while playing the music.
- Talk about the lyrics and meaning behind each song.
💡 Bonus: Have a dance-off challenge where kids create their own moves for a worship song!
6. Faith-Based LEGO Challenges
Why It Works:
LEGO and building blocks encourage creativity and problem-solving, making them a fun tool for bringing Bible stories to life.
How to Do It:
- Assign Bible-themed building challenges, such as:
- Noah’s Ark
- Tower of Babel
- The Walls of Jericho
- The Nativity Scene
- After building, let your child explain their creation and relate it to the story.
💡 Bonus: Have a family LEGO competition to see who can build the most creative Bible scene!
7. Nature Walk & Bible Reflection
Why It Works:
Spending time in God’s creation helps kids appreciate His handiwork while giving them a chance to reflect on scripture.
How to Do It:
- Take a walk in nature (park, backyard, or even a hike).
- Assign a Bible verse about creation (e.g., Genesis 1:1, Psalm 19:1).
- Ask your kids to point out things that remind them of God (e.g., a rainbow, a flower, the wind).
- Discuss how God’s love is reflected in nature.
💡 Bonus: Bring a journal for kids to draw or write about their experience!
8. Kindness Challenge & Service Project
Why It Works:
Teaching kids about serving others helps them practice their faith in a meaningful way.
How to Do It:
- Create a “Kindness Challenge” with small tasks like:
- Write an encouraging note for a sibling or friend.
- Help set the table for Sunday dinner.
- Call or video chat with a grandparent to check in.
- Plan a Sunday family service project, such as:
- Making care packages for the homeless.
- Baking cookies for neighbors.
- Donating clothes or toys to a charity.
💡 Bonus: Keep a Kindness Journal to track how your family is spreading love each week!
9. Christian Board Games & Trivia Night
Why It Works:
Games make learning about the Bible interactive and fun while encouraging family bonding.
How to Do It:
- Play faith-based board games like:
- Bibleopoly (Bible-themed Monopoly)
- Apples to Apples: Bible Edition
- Bible Trivia Games
- Use online or printable Bible trivia quizzes to test their knowledge in a fun way!
💡 Bonus: Create a reward system where kids earn points for correct answers, which they can redeem for small treats!
10. Sunday Night Bible Movie & Popcorn
Why It Works:
Christian movies bring Bible stories to life in an engaging way while reinforcing important faith lessons.
How to Do It:
- Pick a faith-based movie such as:
- The Prince of Egypt (Moses’ story)
- The Star (Nativity story)
- VeggieTales (fun Bible lessons)
- Pop some popcorn, get cozy, and talk about the lessons after the movie.
💡 Bonus: Ask kids to draw or write about their favorite scene!
Final Thoughts
Sundays don’t have to be boring for kids! By incorporating fun, faith-filled activities, you can help them connect with God, enjoy family time, and create lasting memories.
The key is to make faith exciting and engaging—whether through crafts, games, storytelling, or acts of kindness. Which of these activities will you try this Sunday? Let us know in the comments below!
Vanessa Rooney – LDS Mum
