The apostle Thomas said he could not believe that Jesus had come back from the dead until he had seen and touched his wounds.

Linda Cowan, a lay preacher, led the service and the children participated in activities based on the story of Thomas and the hope we receive from the resurrection. They included planting bulbs as a symbol of new life, making a cross of flowers, doing pavement art on the theme, “He is risen”, presenting a short play and learning a new hymn.

St Mark’s Somerfield, received a grant from Let the Children Live to hold a series of services led by Linda. The number of children attending the services has grown over the past year.

Bible Quiz:

Can you answer these questions?

1) Which apostle wanted to see the nail prints in Jesus’ hands?

2) Which apostle denied knowing Jesus three times?

3) How many pieces of silver did Judas receive for betraying Jesus?

4) How many people were crucified with Jesus?

5) Who found the tomb empty on Easter Sunday morning?

6) Who did Jesus ask to look after his mother?

Answers:

1. Thomas

2. Peter

3. 30

4. 2 other thieves

5. Mary Magdalene

6. John

The Beginner’s Bible Activity Book

Compiled and Published by Zondervan Publishing

This is a great interactive activity book to keep young children busy during the winter months. It is full of mazes, word and connect-the-dots puzzles, matching games and much more. As well as providing fun it also teaches and helps bring familiar stories and characters to life.