“I am the good shepherd.”
John 10:11
Jesus knows and loves every single one of us.
The set for today
Bible reading · Luke 15:1–7
The lost sheep
How to
- Read the parable.
- Ask: how did the shepherd feel when he found it?
- You are worth searching for.
For example — One lost, ninety-nine safe — Jesus still goes for the one.
Game
The Lost Sheep game
How to
- One child is the Shepherd, one the Lost Sheep.
- Ask gentle questions to find them.
- Everyone cheers when the lost one is found.
For example — Play it twice so more children get a turn as Shepherd.
You'll needThe Lost Sheep game (free to play)
Prayer
Shepherd prayer
How to
- Gather close, make the Sign of the Cross.
- Say it slowly together, a line at a time.
- End with the Sign of the Cross.
For example — Good Shepherd, thank you for always finding me. Amen.
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