Talking About Jesus!
As an icebreaker or a way to introduce lessons on a variety of theology topics, allow the chance for your students to share some of their ideas about Jesus.
Comparing Accounts of Jesus’ Baptism
Assign the following comparison of the accounts of Jesus' Baptism from the four Gospels. Have the students note similarities and differences.
Introducing the Miracles of Jesus
The miracles of Jesus were meant to bring about reaction. Play this fun mental math game with your students to solicit the same kinds of responses that Jesus often received whenever he performed a miracle.
Jesus Christ: God’s Revelation to the World!
We are pleased to announce the publication of Jesus Christ: God's Revelation to the World, an introduction to understanding Divine Revelation, especially through Sacred Scripture.
Clues to Jesus’ Personality
Ask the students to look up clues into Jesus' personality in Scripture references.
How Do You Respond to Jesus?
Call on students, one at a time, to be "on the spot" and come before the class to hear a scenario about Jesus and to respond to the challenge that he presents.
Distinctive Gospel Passages
Have the students work either on their own or with a partner to read through the Gospels and identify the Gospel, chapter, and verse for each of these stories.
Getting to Know Jesus
The Easter Season is a time for students to deepen their relationship with Jesus.
Guided Meditation: Anointing at Bethany
Share this guided meditation from Mark 14:3-9 of Jesus' anointing by a woman at Bethany (from Encountering Jesus ) by Patty McCulloch.
Quick Jesus Quiz
Assign the short fill-in-the blank quiz. See how many the students can complete in 15 minutes.