Blessings & Breakfast with Jesus
/We are exploring the stories of Jesus appearing to people after his death and before he ascends to heaven. This week we will hear the story of Jesus meeting some of his followers by the Sea of Galilee. This story comes from the Bible in John: 25 (TLB).
(If you want to see the video that Sanctuary kids helped make last year for this story, click here!)
Story: Breakfast on the Beach
As you listen to this story, think about this question:
How does Jesus show people love and kindness?
Wondering Questions
Talk with your grownup or a friend, and wonder together.
I wonder how the disciples felt when they saw all of those fish?
I wonder if it was familiar to the disciples when Jesus broke the bread and gave it to them?
I wonder how it felt for them to spend time with Jesus?
I wonder what we can learn about love from this story?
Activity: A Net Full of Blessings
Because of Jesus, the disciples received a net FILLED with fish! What a blessing that was! Each day, we can choose to look for the blessings that we have around us, too, and remember to thank God for them.
For this activity, print the Fish Tessellation Printable below or draw your own. (A tessellation is a pattern made out of the same repeating shape that fits perfectly together!) Can you write a different blessing in your life on each fish? Can you give each fish its own pattern and colors?
Songs
Singing is a fantastic way to have fun, connect with God, and use your voice. These songs are all about fish, Jesus, or both! Some of them even have actions that you can copy and learn. Have fun singing!
Prayer
Dear Jesus,
It’s so amazing that you chose to feed your friends and eat with them. Sometimes the simple things are the most special. Thank you for giving us food and for being with us when we eat. Thank you for all the ways you care for us. Help us to notice the blessings in our lives each day!
Amen.
I hope you have a wonderful week, full of blessings!