April 9, 2023
Younger Children and Early Elementary
Easter Sunday
READ: God’s wonderful surprise: The Resurrection, from Matthew 20, Mark 16, Luke 24, John 20, p.310-317.
ACTIVITY: Open an Easter egg on the tree. What’s inside? Nothing! Just like the tomb Sunday morning – empty. Celebrate that Jesus is alive!
Attend an Easter service: Sunrise Service 7:00 a.m. in the field in front of the church; Dexter UMC Services: 8:20 a.m. traditional; 9:40 and 11:00 a.m. Contemporary. Children’s Easter story and activities held during 9:40 service, Easter worship bags for 8:20 and 11:00 services. Nursery for 9:40 and 11:00 services.
Older Elementary
Easter Sunday
READ: p. 641-644, “The Sealed Tomb”
ACTIVITY: Open an Easter egg on the tree. What’s inside? Nothing! Just like the tomb Sunday morning – empty. Celebrate that Jesus is alive!
Attend an Easter service: Sunrise Service 7:00 a.m. in the field in front of the church; Dexter UMC Services: 8:20 a.m. traditional; 9:40 and 11:00 a.m. Contemporary. Children’s Easter story and activities held during 9:40 service, Easter worship bags for 8:20 and 11:00 services. Nursery for 9:40 and 11:00 services.
Scripture Reading: Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, & John 20
Bonus Days of Devotions Posted Tomorrow