How it works
The Bible tells us about a morning that began in the dark, long ago near Jerusalem. Jesus's friends were very sad, because he had died and they missed him.
Early on Sunday, Mary Magdalene and some other women tiptoed out with jars of sweet spices. At the garden the big stone was rolled away, and the cave was empty.
Mary stayed in the garden, crying. A man said her name, Mary, and she knew that voice at once. It was Jesus, and he was alive!
Jesus sent Mary to tell his friends, so she ran all the way. The sad night turned into a happy morning, and on Easter, Christians are glad that Jesus is alive.
Worked examples
A morning that starts in the dark
- Look at the sky at dawn together, or draw it.
- The story begins in the dark, and then the sun comes up gold and warm.
- The flowers open and the birds sing.
Hear your name
- Say your child's name gently.
- Mary knew the voice the moment the man said her name.
- A name said kindly can make us feel known.
Good news is for sharing
- Think of some good news from today.