Easter/Lent Resources

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1 Easter/Lent Resources from the NCCUMC Media Center Last Updated: December 5, 2011 Purpose: These resources will help your church to study and celebrate Easter and the Lenten season. The resources listed here are specifically focused on Christ's crucifixion and resurrection and the Christian church's observance of Easter and Lent. Table of Contents Subjects and Keywords... 1 Video Resources... 1 Books... 5 Music... 7 Youth Books... 7 Children s Video Resources... 7 Children s Books... 9 Websites related to the United Methodist Church Subjects and Keywords Search for these subjects or keywords in the Media Center catalog: Subjects Easter/Lent Keywords Easter Forgive Jesus Lent Electronic Resource Keywords Click on these words at to find electronic resources related to this subject. Celebrations Easter Forgiveness Holidays Video Resources DVD57 Efird Bible Study: The Passion Narratives Dr. Efird walks students through each of the four Gospel accounts of Christ's last days. Rev. Camille Yorkey has organized and written the information found in the participant workbook. This resource comes with a DVD of twelve 20-minute sessions and an example of a participant book. ~ 1 ~

2 DVD94 Holidays & Occasions: Easter 4 short video illustrations: The Peace Child, Sacrifice, Currency, and What Does Easter Mean to You? DVD144 One Who Was There What would the rest of Mary Magdalene's life been like? This is a story that suggests a possibility. She retells her life as a believer. This classic film stars Maureen O' Sullivan. DVD316 Deeper Connections: The Last Days of Jesus This 6-part Bible study for adults looks at the last days of the life of Jesus. "Walk with Jesus as he prepares his disciples for his death, is gloriously transfigured, enters Jerusalem on a donkey, goes to trial, is hung on the cross and is victoriously raised from the grave." DVD Hours That Changed the World The last days of the life of Jesus are studied on location with Adam Hamilton. Leader's guide, DVD, his book and a book of devotions are included. There are 7 sessions: The Last Supper, The Garden, Condemned by the Righteous, Jesus-Barabbas-Pilate, Torture and Humiliation, The Crucifixion, Christ the Victor. DVD357 Surprised By Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church In six invigorating, faith-inspiring sessions - Hope, Resurrection, Heaven, Second Coming, Salvation, and Church - premier biblical scholar N. T. Wright reveals the amazing, full scope of what God's Word has to say about the world to come and the world that is. What is heaven really like? Is our main duty as Christians simply to help non-christians get there? What hope does the Gospel hold for this present life, and in what ways does God intend for us to experience that hope personally and spread its healing power to the world around us? Ideal for Bible studies, Sunday school classes, and groups large or small, this DVD curriculum complete with leader's guide will give participants a clearer vision both of the future, and of God's kingdom at hand today. An example of the participant book is also included. DVD358 Tales from the Madhouse Set inside the crumbling walls of a dilapidated Victorian sanatorium, eight mysterious characters reveal their secret stories to the visiting camera. The eight are linked by one unifying and crucial event in their lives: each of them has had an encounter with Jesus of Nazareth in some way an experience that has left an indelible mark. Each character brushed with Jesus but most missed the moment. They touched the light then lingered in the shadows. They were offered freedom but made friends with their chains. Now they are haunted by the memory of what was and what might have been. Here is an acclaimed series that opens up the Scriptures, the story of Jesus, and Easter week in a fascinating way. Eight 14-minute episodes. Each chapter includes, along with the story itself, an introduction, reflection questions, and actor's biography. A comprehensive study guide in PDF format is included on the DVD-ROM. DVD360 The Resurrected Life: Understanding the Meaning of Easter Filled with artistic images of the Holy Land, soul-stirring music, and the wisdom of prominent spiritual teachers from various Christian traditions, The Resurrected Life is a feast for the mind, heart, and eyes. It offers practical insight into the transformational aspects of the Resurrection on a personal, intimate level that can affect profound changes in individual lives. This four-part program is designed for viewers of all walks of life who hunger for encounter with God, who seek paths of personal transformation and renewal, or who yearn for deeper insight into the core mystery of Christianity. DVD361 Three Days that Changed the World Can Easter mean anything for our modern scientific world? Rob is a busy designer who used to go to church as a child, but not now. For Rob, Easter is mostly a time to relax. But now that he is ~ 2 ~

3 a parent with kids of his own, he begins to rethink. We are carried back with him to the first Easter where we discover the Biblical truth and meaning of the Resurrection. DVD363 Dateline Jerusalem Here is the Easter story as you have never experienced it. You'll feel like you are back in Jerusalem during Holy Week, the most momentous week in the history of the world, and the setting for this "special news report." With anchor Martyn Lewis and special on-the-scene correspondents, these news bulletins and reports cover the story of Holy Week in an enlightening presentation that provides greater understanding of the circumstances leading up to and surrounding Christ's crucifixion. Eight 15-minute segments. A DVD bonus feature provides reflection questions. DVD368 The Fourth Wise Man Based on Henry van Dyke's classic, "The Story of the Other Wise Man", a fictional story set in Biblical times, told in gently comic terms. It concerns a Magi named Artaban (Martin Sheen) who studies the prophecies and witnesses a sign in the heavens that he hopes will lead him and his faithful servant, Orantes (Alan Arkin), to the Messiah. Artaban takes with him three precious gifts to present to the Messiah. For 33 years, Artaban and Orantes pursue Jesus, only to miss Him at every turn. Along the way, Artaban uses his gifts to help people in dire need. He now has nothing to present to the Messiah when he finds Him. The story culminates on Easter Sunday as Artaban, old and dying, finally encounters the new King, bringing peace to his final moments of life. DVD374 The Last Supper Filmed and dramatized entirely on authentic locations of the Holy Land and the Middle East, this is the most elaborate and extensive film ever made on the Last Supper. Jesus met with his twelve disciples in the "upper room" in Jerusalem, where they shared that historic meal. It was the traditional Jewish Passover "Seder" meal, which to this day symbolizes the deliverance from slavery to freedom and is commemorated for the last supper the ancient Hebrews shared before leaving Egypt, on their long journey to the Promised Land. The Last Supper emphasizes both its Christian tradition and Jewish roots. In addition to the authoritative historical and cultural background, the program explores the recipes of the exotic Biblical courses served at the supper: bread, salads, herbs, olive dish, lamb, wine, fruit, and all other magnificent courses. A recipe booklet with authentic Biblical recipes for the meal is included in PDF format. DVD506 Passion in Jerusalem: The Easter Story Take a visit to the very places where the climactic events in Jesus' life took place! The Easter story and the great events which led to the crucifixion and the resurrection are dramatically presented with passion and joy. This production is filmed on all the traditional locations associated with the Holy Week. DVD507 The True Easter Story Piercing through layers of tradition that have built up around Christ's resurrection, this powerful, brand new 45-minute Faith Lessons video takes us into ancient Jewish times and culture to view afresh the birthday of the Christian faith. Drawing on Ray Vander Laan's rich understanding of Israel's history and religion and unfolded in his passionate and practical manner, here is the carefully researched, factual account. The immediacy is gripping, the truth, inspiring. Resource codes that begin with VC are on VHS tape and require a VCR. VC573 Jesus Christ: 4 Palm Sunday, Crucifixion Palm Sunday and Crucifixion explains the forces that shaped and influenced these events and how these events shape and influence us. VC574 Jesus Christ: 5 Last Supper and Resurrection The customs of the meal and the dynamics of the relationships of the disciples and the lives of the followers of Christ after the resurrection are described. ~ 3 ~

4 VC641 Light in the Darkness, The Easter Story Using a variety of performance techniques including masks and mime, Doug Berky and his troupe of movement artists tell the story of the last week of Jesus' life on Earth. For use as a devotional for Lent, for Easter Worship, for study, and discussion of the Biblical passion narratives. VC721 Luke: MBS: The Crucifixion; Resurrection and Ascension From the Media Bible Series. Part I: Pilate sentences Jesus to die on the cross. Part II: Jesus appears to His disciples resurrected. He commissions His followers to tell the Good News to all the world and ascends to Heaven. VC724 Luke: MBS: Easter The segments from the original Media Bible Series are included together on one tape: Jerusalem, The Last Supper, The Crucifixion, Resurrection and Ascension. VC1293 Topical Bible: The Passion, The Last Days of Christ Using footage from the Visual Bible series, host Larnelle Harris leads viewers on a look at the last days of Jesus' life on earth. His music video, "Man of Sorrows", is also included. VC1302 The Wall Two men in prison are waiting for the morning to come, wondering if they will be crucified and who is the man in the next cell who is praying? A study guide is included. VC1323 The Resurrected Life: Understanding the Meaning of Easter Four-Part Study: Crucifixion, Resurrection, Transformation, and Reconciliation. Four 15-minute segments from an NBC special. Study guide included. VC1431 The Passover One generation teaches the next about the Passover meal and what it means. VC1457 Faith Lessons: Vol. 4: On the Death and Resurrection of the Messiah Teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan leads this series filmed in Israel. Video One: Part One: When Storms Come, Part two: Piercing the Darkness, Part Three: Gates of Hell, Part four: City of the Great King (1), Part five: City of the Great King (2); Video Two: Part One: The Lamb of God, Part two: the Weight of the World, Part three: Roll Away the Stone, Part four: Power to the People, Part five: Total Commitment. VC1504 Finding Peace in a Troubled World What does the last week of the life of Jesus tell us about our walk as Christians? 8 Sessions: Don t Just Do Something-Stand There, Hucksters and Hypocrites, Uncluttered Christianity, The End Will Come, The Sign of the Saved, When Your World Turns Against You, Christ s Most Painful Words, and Never Give Up. Comes with viewing guidelines to copy for your group. KIT25 He Chose the Nails This kit includes a video with 14 clips to enhance a 12-session interactive study, a leader's guide, copy of one participants guide and a music CD containing songs and dramatized reading by Max Lucado. The lessons are: You Did This for Me?, I Will Become One of You and Bear Your Dark Side (God's promise in the crown of thorns and the soldier's spit), I Forgive You (God's promise in the Nails), I Will Not Abandon You (God's promise in the Path), I Will Give You My Robe (God's promise in the garment), I Invite You Into My Presence (God's promise through the flesh), I Understand Your Pain (God's promise in the wine-soaked sponge), I Have Redeemed You and I Will Keep You (God's promise in the Blood and Water), I Will Love You Forever (God's promise in the Cross), I Can Turn Your Tragedy into Triumph (God's promise in the burial clothing) and lastly, What Will You Leave at the Cross?". ~ 4 ~

5 Books BK22 To Dance with God Gertrud Nelson's book reflects on the importance of ritual and celebration in the faith and spiritual lives of families. Inspiring and practical ideas and suggestions. BK55 A Journey In Song: Lenten Reflections on Hymns by Women The songs (lyrics only), reflections, prayers and scriptures in this booklet are for use during Lent. The poems, hymns and writings are by women. Some of the music is available on the companion CD, "Songs of Women". BK60 Family Celebrations at Easter Family devotions (can be adapted for use with Sunday School classes), fun projects and activities, hymns, and the Passover celebration. BK128 This Side of Easter A 7-week study for adults: An Eye-opening Experience, Distraction and Prayer, Conformed or Converted?, Resignation or Redemption?, Humanness-Holiness-Repentance, The Meaning of Greatness, The Hope of Forgiveness. BK132 The Resurrected Jesus "This book focuses on helping adults understand and participate in the ongoing experience of Jesus' resurrection within their own lives and the life of the church." Eight sessions based on the appearances of Christ after His death and resurrection are included as well as study guidelines. BK179 Symbols of Faith: Teaching Images of the Christian Faith This book contains crafts and activities for all ages, information on over 60 symbols and reproducible patterns for many of them. Includes all seasons of the church year plus information on the disciples. BK243 Growing Together: Six Intergenerational Celebrations: Spring and Summer Experiential learning sessions for all ages to participate in at the same time! Sessions include: Mardi Gras Carnival, Lent, Easter, Pentecost, Summer Celebration of God's Creation. Some adaption will be necessary as this material was created for use by another denomination. BK258 Banners for All Seasons "How to make creative banners for holy days and holidays." Dramatic, stylistic banners for many times in the church year using an applied fabric technique. BK348 Teaching the Christian Year: Seasons of the Faith Seasons of Faith contains information, crafts, worship helps, and activities for holidays and celebrations of the Christian Year. Advent, Lent, Pentecost, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day and more. Includes reproducible patterns and teaching pieces. BK396 Let Us Break Bread Together: A Passover Haggadah for Christians A rabbi and a pastor have co-authored a guide for planning a meaningful seder meal. Participants are taught about the great themes of the Exodus story in combination with Christian thoughts. Why did Jesus place so much importance on this meal? BK691 Forty Days of Fruitful Living Based on Five Practices of Fruitful Living, Forty Days of Fruitful Living guides the individual or small group through daily readings designed to inspire and encourage. Perfect for use during Lent or throughout the year, Forty Days of Fruitful Living will help cultivate the essential practices of a life lived in grace - to receive God s love, to love God in return, to grow in Christ, to serve others, and to give back. ~ 5 ~

6 BK692 Hard to Dance with the Devil on Your Back: A Lenten Study for Adults Hard to Dance With the Devil On Your Back is a seven-session Lenten study that looks at the transcendent struggle in the lives of believers, while helping us to enter the continually crumbling world surrounding Jesus and the disciples in the days preceding Easter. Appropriate for both group and individual use, the study provides one session for each week in Lent. Each session includes a Scripture reference, a brief reading, questions for reflection or discussion, and a prayer. BK696 The Cross: 13 Studies for Individuals or Groups Christian faith is centered in the cross. And the Christian life is likewise rooted in the cross. The studies in this guide, written by John Stott and based on his book The Cross of Christ, are designed to bring us to the heart of the cross with an understanding of what was accomplished there on our behalf. We begin with an individual perspective but move on from there into a deeper understanding of what it means to live as a community under the cross. Our worship, our call to mission, our ability to love our enemies and to face the perplexities of suffering--the cross transforms everything! These studies provide the ever-increasing understanding of the cross needed by every believer. BK712 Shadows, Darkness, and Dawn: A Lenten Journey with Jesus Thomas Steagald takes readers through the ministry of Jesus with a special emphasis on images of light and darkness. Readers will move with Jesus from the gathering of shadows during the temptation in the wilderness into the terrifying darkness at Calvary and the hope of dawn on Easter morning. Six carefully chosen Gospel stories help readers examine their own shadows, their confessions whispered in the darkness, and the power of Christ's regenerating love to bring freedom from sin and the fear of darkness. BK Hours That Changed The World: 40 Days of Reflection No single event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. In his inspiring book 24 Hours That Changed the World, Adam Hamilton guided us, step by step, through the last day of Jesus' life. Now, in a companion volume that can also function beautifully on its own, Hamilton offers 40 days of devotions enabling us to pause, reflect, dig deeper, and emerge changed forever. The devotions, ideal for use in Lent or any other time of the year, include Scripture, reflection on the events of Jesus' final day, stories from Hamilton's own ministry, and prayer. BK734 From Preparation to Passion Subtitle: Devotional and Reflective Meditations Celebrating the Lenten Season Based on the Lectionary and Celebrated African American Sacred Songs and Hymnody. There are many devotional books written to help communities of faith and individuals to observe the season of Lent in a devout manner. Here within is another resource that is intended to allow you to truly engage yourself in the preparation and propel you into a Holy passion for Christ by the time you reach Easter. This push to a deeper passion may be enhanced through the connection of the celebrated African-American sacred songs and church hymns. From Preparation to Passion will be a resource you will want to use in subsequent years, as it offers insights through the meditative readings on the message that the music and the Word of God brings From Preparation to Passion includes meditations highlighting sacred songs such as: "My Tribute," "God Is," "O Didn't It Rain," "I love Thy Kingdom Lord," and more Excerpt: Jesus' avowal that the church is a "House of Prayer" rather than a den of thieves still applies. As present day pilgrims, prayer should stand as the "sweet communion" that draws us into a deeper love for the church and "her heavenly ways." BK736 The Passion and Death of Jesus The author explores the last week of Jesus' life--his passion, death, and resurrection--looking at how the four Gospels reveal the Christ and God through this ultimate self-giving of Jesus. Readers will see Jesus teaching in the Temple, entering Jerusalem in the figure of the messianic king, sharing the last Passover meal with his disciples, and praying intensely in the Garden of ~ 6 ~

7 Gethsemane. The study also includes the arrest, trial, crucifixion, and burial, and concludes with the empty tomb. Scriptures references are based on the New Revised Standard Version. Each session provides an opportunity for group members and individual learners to make or renew a commitment to Jesus Christ. Each session is self-contained and includes study helps and questions for reflection that are all one needs to lead a group or pursue individual study. Music CD1 Songs of Women: Make Plain the Vision Music written by women from many walks of life. Their songs are from the heart and make plain God's vision so that it can be heard, read, and sung by the faithful. Lyrics and reflection on some of these songs is provided in the book, A Journey in Song: Lenten Reflections on Hymns by Women. CD Easter Celebration Music Three CDs of Easter celebration music. This music is not suitable for worship but could be of use to a small group. Prices and ordering information is included for worship songs. Includes 60 songs. Youth Books BK101 Destination Easter!: Lenten Programs & Practices for Youth A resource book to be used with youth. Program ideas and reproducible handouts. Includes a CD for easy printing of materials. Ash Wednesday, Holy Week, Palm Sunday, The Last Supper and more. BK475 Mission: Easter: Youth Programs and Ideas Seven programs for use in Sunday School, youth group, or Bible study. Includes two original dramas, worship ideas, Lenten Dictionary and programs for Ash Wednesday and Holy Week. BK Hours that Changed the World for Youth Based on the popular series by Adam Hamilton, 24 Hours That Changed the World For Youth offers an age-appropriate perspective on the final day in Jesus' life on earth. Also provides resources for incorporating the DVD and doing a book study. Children s Video Resources DVD60 Animated New Testament: Worthy is the Lamb The story of the first Easter. Not recommended for small children. Interactive DVD includes teaching helps. Optional subtitles are available in Spanish and English. DVD65 Cherub Wings: And It Was So: God's Power and Forgiveness For Ages 3-7: Easter message of the gift of forgiveness: music, the resurrection story and Jesus' promise. DVD147 The Great Bible Discovery Series: Volume 3 Join host David Mead as he guides the way through classic stories of Scripture, explaining the action and posing questions in a fresh, entertaining way. Each of the episodes features a lively interactive approach with live action mixed with storybook style animation. Discovering the Baby King -- The Story of Christmas follows the search for the baby Jesus from the prophets of the Old Testament through the hunting of King Herod. Discovering the Empty Tomb -- The Story of Easter follows Jesus from his triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday to his glorious resurrection on Easter morning. Discovering the Kingdom -- Jesus' Kingdom Parables retells a ~ 7 ~

8 handful of Jesus' favorite stories: the parables. From the parable of the sower to the parable of the ten bridesmaids, Jesus explains to people of his time, and to all of us, what his mysterious kingdom is all about. DVD356 Veggie Tales: An Easter Carol Cavis and Millward (Bob & Larry) and Hope the Music Box Angel voiced by Grammy Award winning artist Rebecca St. James must convince Nezzer that Easter is about much more than candy and eggs. Inspired by Dickens' Christmas classic, this very special film explains why millions of Christians around the world celebrate Easter past, present and future. DVD bonus features include behind the scenes, commentary, art gallery, karaoke, how to draw, family fun activity, Easter eggs, Easter egg hunt, interactive storybooks, trivia, maze game, stained glass documentary, and more on the DVD-ROM. Comes with an extra DVD of 10 silly song music videos, "Oh, Where is My Hairbrush?" DVD359 Three Easter Classics Featuring Easter Is, The Magic Boy's Easter, and The Puzzle Club Easter Adventure. For ages Each video is approximately 25 minutes. English and Spanish tracks available for all three programs. English subtitles available for The Magic Boy's Easter and The Puzzle Club Easter Adventure. DVD364 The Easter Promise and The Witness Two animated Easter favorites are on one DVD! In Easter Promise, Jerem dreams of being a soldier for a king. He is thrilled to hear about the upcoming arrival of the true King Jesus. Jerem, however, is fooled by appearances and soon rejects Jesus along with most of Jerusalem. In a wonderful lesson about truth, appearances, and forgiveness, Jerem ultimately trusts in Jesus and witnesses the fulfillment of the greatest promise of all--the resurrection. Running time: 45 minutes. And in The Witness, For Barrabas, his journey to faith starts with his doubts about Jesus Christ's divinity. Having been spared from death, he arrogantly attends the crucifixion of the man who took his place. His secure unbelief is shattered as he tries to prove to himself that Jesus Christ was a man like any other, and he finally comes to faith in Him. A powerful, animated production, this short film confirms that those who seek, often find more than they were searching for. Running time: 47 minutes. DVD365 The Bedbug Bible Gang: Easter Party! The bedbugs have been busy with the party preparations, and they can't wait to share the news that Jesus is alive! It's the perfect occasion to party. You'll love to hear the bedbugs tell the stories of the Palm Parade, The Garden Surprise, and Doubting Thomas. So get ready to dance and play, because The Bedbug Bible Gang Easter Party starts right now! This delightful program combines 3-D computer animation with illustrations and live-action puppets. Running time: Approximately 27 minutes. Recommended for ages 3 to 8. DVD366 The First Easter First Easter is an excellent program to teach children ages 4-10 the meaning and significance of the crucifixion and resurrection. Meet Nate, a young street orphan, and his faithful companion a loving, brave-hearted little dog named Bark. Together they wander the streets of Jerusalem seeking food and shelter until one day they come face to face with a man called Jesus. As Nate watches him suffer on the cross, his eyes are opened for the first time to witness the Light of God. Join Nate on his journey as he discovers a faith born through his encounter with Jesus Christ, whose resurrection forever changed the course of Nate s life... and his heart. Includes English and Spanish. DVD367 Storyteller Café: Beyond The Manger Beyond the Manger is a thrilling show about Jesus' birth, life and His victory on the cross. It teaches us that there is so much more to Easter than just eggs and bunnies and explains how they became a part of the celebration. Includes English and Spanish. ~ 8 ~

9 Resource codes that begin with VC are on VHS tape and require a VCR. VC67 Animated New Testament 7: He is Risen The story of the greatest miracle of all, the resurrection of Jesus. Activity book available. VC284 Easter Today, Easter Forever A video featuring the Peppercorn Puppets. Nanny and Isaiah learn that they can find a little Easter every day, when they have Jesus in their lives. VC524 Happy Prince A retelling of the classic Oscar Wilde story about sacrifice to be appreciated on many levels. Leader's guidelines included. VC1022 The Amazing Miracles Doc, Rikki, Revver, and friends learn that God has done amazing things! They learn about Moses and the burning bush, the walls of Jericho, the resurrection of Jesus and more! VC1030 The Easter Caterpillar "David's adventure with a caterpillar leads him to witness the events of Jesus' last days. View at home, church, or school with preschool to early elementary-age children to help them learn about the events of Jesus death and resurrection." VC1309 Visual Bible for Kids: The Story Behind the Cross An intense look at the last days of Christ. Footage from the Visual Bible is used with narration by Judge Reinhold. Children s Books BK59 Holding Children in Prayer: A Lenten Guide Devotions for the season of Lent focusing on the joys, needs, and concerns about children. Scripture reading, a short devotional, and prayer for each day. BK80 The Good Steward's Craft Book: We Remember Jesus A book with children's craft projects featuring recycled materials. Projects related to stories from the New Testament: Easter, Jesus, Peter, Pentecost and more. BK113 Faith Files: Heritage Search: Lent: Getting Ready for Easter The four sessions are: Growing Hearts, Giving Hearts, Accepting Hearts, and Thoughtful Hearts with scripture, songs and activities for a children's group, grades 1-6. A music and story CD is included. BK116 Faith Files: Celebrating Special Days, Additional Sessions Seven sessions are included in this edition of Faith Files with lessons on the following special days: New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Rally Day, and Thanksgiving. BK121 Come Follow Me! A Worship Program for Teaching the Gospel to Children II "Learn by doing resource" with activities to help teach important Christian lessons. For children ages 4-12, this guide contains lessons especially helpful to churches wishing to start a children's worship service. Lent to Easter, clown ministry, a musical about the life of Jesus, and 19 sessions for summer programs are included. ~ 9 ~

10 BK303 Go and Tell Musical: Leader's Book A Musical Story Based on Matthew 28:6-8 and Includes production and presentation notes, 10 teaching sessions, Into the Drama activities, and sheet music and scripts for the production. BK362 Interactive Bible Stories: New Testament 15 New Testament Bible stories with interactive questions and stories to involve children. To experience with a group of children or to read aloud with one special child. Includes stories about Jesus: His Birth, Visiting the Temple, Baptism, Loaves and Fishes, Lost Sheep, Resurrection and more! BK438 Clown Ministry Skits for All Seasons Christmas, Birthdays, Easter, Valentine's Day, Retirement, Thanksgiving, all are included as opportunities for doing a creative clown skit. Plans, scripts and advice are included for these skits and more for use with your Clown Ministry. BK465 Children's Activities for the Christian Year Children's activities and teaching ideas for the whole Christian year. Advent, Epiphany, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Holy Week, Eastertide, Pentecost and other special days. Includes suggestions for younger children and family experiences. Reproducible pages. BK561 Sharing the Easter Faith with Children Do you know what to say when a 4-year-old asks, "Why did Jesus die?" Being sensitive to the developmental maturity of children from ages birth to 12, Carolyn Brown provides materials, activities, and resources for congregations and families. Includes a reproducible booklet for parents. BK562 Things to Make and Do for Lent and Easter Lent: Shrove Tuesday, Ash Wednesday, Remembering Jesus, Palm Sunday, Holy Week, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Things to Do, Easter Symbols, Patterns and Activities by Age Group. Filled with activities and meaningful crafts projects to help relate the story of Easter to children. Also available in Spanish as BK563. BK563 Cosas para Hacer y Crear en Cuaresma y Pascua Cuaresma: Miercoles de Cenizia, Recordamos a Jesus, Domingo de Ramos, Semana Santa: Jueves Santo, Viernes Santo, Domingo de Resurreccion: Simbolos de Pascua, Cosas para hacer: Actividades por edades. En ingles: BK 562. BK Hours that Changed the World for Younger Children Children ages 4-8 will trace the final hours of Jesus' life in age-appropriate language as they experience this new study based on Adam Hamilton's acclaimed series, 24 Hours That Changed the World. Adapted for the younger children by Daphna Flegal, this leader's resource contains everything needed to conduct the 7-week study, including reproducible handouts. BK Hours that Changed the World for Older Children Children ages 9-12 will trace the final week of Jesus' life in age-appropriate language as they experience this new study based on Adam Hamilton's acclaimed series, 24 Hours That Changed the World. Adapted for the tween audience by Marcia Stoner, this leader's resource contains everything needed to conduct the 7-week study, including reproducible handouts. BK698 The Story of Easter This board book describes this well-known story from the Bible, told in only a few very simple and easily understood words. BK737 Jesus Lives Jesus Lives tells the familiar story of Jesus' last days. Journey with Jesus as He makes His ~ 10 ~

11 triumphal entry into Jerusalem, is brought before Pilate by those who hated Him; is hung on a cross by Roman soldiers. But the story doesn't end there! Jesus is resurrected and lives so that we may all live with Him for eternity. KIT56 PowerXPress: Easter Go And Tell A unit of the PowerXpress curriculum for rotation teaching. Based on Matthew 28:1-10 and Lesson Plans for 8 stations. Music, craft and activity ideas. Websites related to the United Methodist Church General Board of Discipleship Easter General Board of Discipleship Holy Week General Board of Discipleship Lent General Board of Global Ministries Lent and Easter Lent and Easter Resources United Methodist Women Lent and Easter Resources ~ 11 ~