Leader Guide
Origami Craft
- Folded Cross Pattern
- Scissors
- Bible or the Superbook Bible App
Copy the Folded Cross Pattern.
Make a model cross for children to see.
Optional: cut out the patterns to save time.
Note: This craft is suitable for older children who enjoy origami.
One of the disciples who saw the empty tomb was Peter. He described what Jesus did in a book of the Bible that he wrote.Read 1 Peter 2:24:
He personally carried our sins in His body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right.
The cross you are about to make represents Jesus’ sacrifice to free us from sin so we can live a life pleasing to God. Jesus not only died for us but rose again to give us new life now and for eternity.
Hand out a cross pattern to each child. If you did not cut out the pattern, have children each cut out their own pattern. Then, children should follow instructions 1–11 in order as they are written on the pattern. Display your model cross and assist children as necessary to complete the craft. Read 1 Corinthians 1:18:
The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God.
The cross represents the power and love of God for us who choose to believe. This cross can serve as a reminder that we have forgiveness through Jesus’ blood shed on the cross and new life and power over sin and death by His resurrection.
