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Advent Week 5Callie Cow Shares About
Baby Jesus Bringing Love at Christmas
Big Idea: Gods love, forgiveness, sin, heavenMemory Verse: For God so loved the world that he gave his oneand only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have
eternal life. John 3:16
About: Baby JesusBrings Love. (Pink Candle). Love came down atChristmas. This lesson shares the important message of why Jesus
left all the splendor of heaven to come to earth to be born to the
poor carpenters home of Joseph and Mary. Kids will connect with
the love that Jesus will bring to their hearts. (Cow Puppet)
Snack Ideas:
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1.Lime pop poured into red punch, then adding small dips of
green or pineapple sherbet on top to melt.
2.Plain sugar cookies and provide icing, M&Ms, red string
liquorish, and small candy canes for the kids to decorate.Craft: Mary and Baby Jesus Craft:http://dltk-bible.com/mmary.htmlMusic RecommendationsA Big Barrel of Carols Includes most of the traditional Christmassongs. However you must have a computer to operate since this is
used with windows media and it does not have choreography for the
songs. Lyrics and soundtracks are provided.
No Wonder Musical DVDprovides choreography and can be used
with a DVD/TV player. Selections can be chosen that meet your
needs.
Props: A cow puppet, material items for craft, blue head piece forMary and baby doll, brown head piece for Joseph.
Weekly Advent Review:The Advent wreath means comingaspecial holiday in which we are looking forward to at Christmas.
Many people looked for the coming of Jesus thousands of years
ago. Our second Sunday, was about the shepherds who shared the
message of hope of the birth of the Christ child. The angels had
appeared to them while they were watching their flock by night in
the field. Our third Sunday, was about the angels who shared
peace, and how we can share good words with others. Last week,
we talked about the star and how we can shine in the world around
us showing the love of Jesus that in is our hearts. Today, we are
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going to hear about Baby Jesus and why he came to earth born of
the Virgin Mary.
Directions for the teacher: Select a Mary and Joseph to help withthe story. They will have simple speaking parts with very little drama
in role play. The teacher will actually tell the story using the puppet.
Wrap the blue and brown head piece over Joseph and Mary. Hide
the Baby until ready to use. Say: Callie Cow will be telling the storytoday.
Bible Story:It has been such a long boring day. Mr. Zachariah did not bring us
the normal amount of food to eat like he usually does. I am really
getting kind of hungry. And this water is so hot that my tongue
feels dry just looking at it. I think I will lie down here and take a
nap. (Yawns) These pesky nats are such a nuisance! Get away you old
nats.mooooooooo! Maybe, that will scare you! Ouch! (Pause)
That stung! I cant get any rest for anything around this place. All
those old sheep and now that newest donkey are really getting on my
nerves. (Pause) Ouch! You pesky little things. Bother! How on earth
can a tiny nat be such a bother? (Yawns) Oh I am tired.if only I
can get some sleep. Last night was so bad due to that new calf that
was born. Why does everybody ew and ah over such a small calf.
Now look at me. I have a handsome coat.is shines..and my ears are
so..well you knowcuteand I have a hugh belly that is firm and
strong and these legs.why they could outrun any old sheep.
(Yawns) What time is it? (Look at your wrist watch) It is almost
midnight (Pause).
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What on earth is all that noise I hear? Sounds like Mr. Zachariah,
talking, but WHO is he talking to? Hmmm! I hope it is not any more
of those noisy boarders that he takes in. You would think it was a
zoo here. But you know I really never heard that word before.butis must be something important for him to come out this late at
night.
What! He is sending out some people to sleep with us. Phew wee! I
forgot to take my bath this morning. Here let me get some of this
hay and rub over my coat. (Rubs arm) There that will do! Oh myit
is a woman and man. Who are they, and why are they coming out
here.
(Mary and Joseph enter and readthese parts)Mary: Joseph?
Joseph: What Mary?
Mary: Is this where we will be sleeping?
Joseph: Yes, Mary.
Mary: Joseph?
Joseph: Yes, Mary.
Mary: It does not smell too nice out here.
Joseph: I know, Mary.
Mary: I think the baby is ready to be born.
Joseph: Ok. Mary, let me help you.
(Mary & Joseph exit)
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What on earth did I just hear (Shakes puppet head back and forth)
Maybe, I was hearing things. A babyborn here? In a barn?
Wow! Why did Mr. Zachariah send them out here when this lady is
having a baby. She should have gone to the hospital. But then thatis miles away. This will makethe news. Mooooooooo(Pause)
What is that noise? It sounds like crying.maybe it is the new baby.
(Mary & Joseph enter with Baby Jesus and sit in two chairsprovided)Mary: Isnt he so sweet?
Joseph: Yes, Mary, he is.
Mary: Wrap him goodok?
Joseph; Yes, Mary, I will.
Mary: Do you think he is ok?
Joseph: Yes, Mary he seems ok.
Mary: His name is Jesus.
Joseph: Yes, He will be called Jesus.
Mary: He will save people.
Joseph: Yes, he will save all people who come to Him.
Mary: I am tired.
Joseph: Let us get some rest.
Mary: Thank you, Joseph.
(Mary and Joseph exit)
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That was some news, wasnt it kids? Wow! I think I will take a rest
myself, now after all that. Mooooooooo! Good night. See you
around, Moooooooooo! (Put puppet out of sight)
Teacher: Jesus left heaven and all its loveliness to come to earth
because it was the will of the Father in heaven. He came to save
people from their sins. Jesus grew up like you boys and girls and ate
real food, played, went to school and obeyed his parents. I hope you
obey your mom or dadand teacher, too!
When Jesus was a young boy, he went to the temple with his
parents. Once, he went into the temple and taught the people
about the things of God. His parents looked and looked for Jesusand could not find him. Mary was worried until she found him in the
temple.
When Jesus became a grown man, he began helping people. He made
the blind to see, the lame to walk, and healed people of many kinds
of sicknesses.
Leaders in the town did not like all that they heard about Jesus,because they were afraid he would become too important and take
away their place in leadership. They told some people to tell lies
about him and then had him crucified on a cross. He died and was
buried, but rose again after three days. Many people saw Jesus
after he arose from the grave, and they were very surprised.
Jesus has returned to heaven and is preparing a place for all those
who confess their sins and believed God to forgive them. John 3:16
tells us, For God so loved the world that he gave his one and onlySon, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal
life. I John 1:9 also tells us that If we confess our sins, he is
faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all
unrighteousness. If we want to go to heaven when Jesus returns
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someday we must confess our sins and His Word tells us He WILL
forgive us. We can trust in Him to keep His Word. Jesus will never
fails us.
Questions for Discussion1. How can we know that Jesus forgives us?
2.What must we do to be forgiven?
3.When will Jesus return to take us to heaven?
4.What should we do while we wait for Him to come for us?
5. How can we share this news with others?
Hay for Baby Jesus - Memory Verse GameWrite the verse on the board for all so they can read it.
Recite the verse, many times. Each time you say it, stop and give to
several kids of a single piece of hay. Repeat this until all have a
piece of hay. Then do this backwards having the kids place the
piece of hay on a manger that you will provide for them. You can
draw this on a poster board and they can tape it to the sheet. They
will enjoy doing this and receiving their piece of hay.
Finally, say the verse all together and turn the board around so they
cannot see it.
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Baby Jesus Brings Love at Christmas
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B Z V F I E P I R E R D S G F
G N U G H S E N O M J B E L W
Z B R M P C S P P Q N H J V E
X O Y H E B P O Z X D A Y R C
F C O M S O B X R W L Y M P K
H Z H R O O A S F C D E U O M
D I Z I J S S W P D X Z N V S
K C X H E O Q S A U N J I M V
M D C C F X I G S U L F G X Y
H O P Y M N M X O C K E P A A
W R G A B R G O N I C E L Z G
A J R B N A N O Y E W C U E Q
M Y M T I O B M H Q X I W M V
BABY BARN
COW CROSS
FORGIVE HAY
JESUS JOSEPH
MARY MOO
SHEEP SIN
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Circle the Correct Answer & Spelling
1.Jesus came as a tiny?a.babbyb.babyc.child
2.Where did the innkeeper send Joseph & Mary?a.barnb.barrnc.hospital
3.Advent means.a.Comingb.commingc.Baby
4.Jesus came to save us from our?a.sinnb.enemiesc.sin
5.How can we be like Jesus?a.Read bible and prayb.Read lots of good booksc.Read bibble and prayy
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Write a message to Jesus
Draw a Baby in a Manger
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Baby Jesus Brings Love at Christmas
Start inside the maze, and find your way out again! Have fun!
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Advent Reading and Lighting of CandlesBaby Jesus (Christmas Sunday)
Teacher: The first candle we light stands for the coming of Jesus and Hisgreat love represented in the advent wreath.
(Light first purple candle)
Teacher: This second candle stands for the hope that we have in the
Savor, Jesus Christ.
Child 1: Hope is something that we have to look forward to, and that is only
comes through Jesus.
Child 2: God so loved the world.that He gave His only Son Jesus.
Teacher: The second candle was to share the hope of his coming to the
entire world. If we confess our sins, He will forgive us and give us life
everlasting in Him. Let us be a witness of that Hope!
(Light second purple candle)
Teacher: The third candle we celebrated the peace that the angels brought
to the Shepherds.
(Light third purple candle)
Teacher: The fourth candle we celebrate the light of Jesus and how we too
can be a light shinning as the stars in the world around us.
Child 1: The heavens tell of the glory of God.
Child 2: The stars shout praise and glory to Him.
Teacher: As the white candle is lit, let us remember to share this joyful
news with others. Let us thank God for each other and appreciate how God
made us. (Light white candle)
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Teacher: This pink candle (Pink) represents Baby Jesus. He came to earth
to save us from our sins. His love reaches into our hearts and fills us with
love, joy, peace, and hope.
Child 1: Jesus loves me.Child 2: Jesus loves everyone!
Teacher: We light this pink candle to remind us of the love that God gave
to us though his Son, Jesus, this Christmas. Let us worship Him by giving
our hearts to Him.
(Light the pink candle)
Sing Away in a Manger and teach the motions.
Suggestions to use: Point to the sky, hold arms and rock baby,
look down, fold hands to side of head