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What is Maundy Thursday?

Journey to the Cross

Maundy Thursday (also known as Holy Thursday) takes place on the Thursday before Easter Sunday. Maundy Thursday commemorates the institution of the Eucharist or Lord’s Supper, a Christian sacrament that involves consecrating (or making holy) bread and wine in remembrance of Jesus’ sacrifice for our sins. The name “Maundy” is derived from the Latin word …

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God Can Always Be Trusted

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary Jeremiah warned the people that God was going to punish them and that God loved His people and had a good plan for them. While the people were in Babylon, God said, “You will make music again. You will dance with joy!” Jeremiah said God had a plan to …

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The People Rebuilt the Temple

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary The people kept building the temple, but their neighbors told them to stop building. God sent prophets to talk to the people. They said, “Keep building. God is with you.” King Darius said, “Do not try to stop the workers. Give them anything they need.” God’s people finished building …

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Zechariah Gave Hope

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary God sent a prophet named Zechariah to give His people a message of hope. Zechariah said: “One day, people will worship only God. God will take away the idols.” God would give His people a new king and kingdom. Zechariah said, “The people will call out to God, and …

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God Delivered His People

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary God’s people had lived in Babylon for 70 years! It was time for God’s people to go home. God gave King Cyrus an idea to let God’s people go back to their land and rebuild God’s temple in Jerusalem. King Cyrus gave God’s people gifts like gold, silver, and animals. …

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Daniel in the Lion’s Den

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary The king made a rule that everyone could only pray to him for 30 days. Daniel did not pray to the king. Daniel prayed to God. Daniel was put into the lions’ den. God saved Daniel from the lions. Big Picture Question Why do we pray? We pray because …

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