Nativity of St. John the Baptist
Key Passage
Behold, one is coming after me; I am not worthy to unfasten the sandals of his feet. (Acts 13:25c)
Questions
Adults:
In what ways do you help people in your life prepare themselves for meeting Jesus?
Children:
How do you help others to be their best, as John did?
Activities related to The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
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LearningCycles series: A Voice Crying in the Wilderness: Creative Activities for Teaching about John the Baptist
- Chapter 1: Art Workshop • p.13-16 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 2: Publishing Workshop • p.17-19 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 3: Drama Workshop • p.20-25 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 4: Movie Workshop • p.26-27 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 5: Story Workshop • p.28-31 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 6: Kitchen Workshop • p.32-36 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 7: Music Workshop • p.37 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
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52 Interactive Bible Stories: A Collection of Action, Echo, Rhythm, and Syllable Stories
- Chapter 25: John the Baptist: Messenger of the Messiah • p.40 • Jn 1:19-34; Mt 3:1-17; Mk 1:1-11; Lk 3:1-20
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All-in-One Bible Fun series: Stories of Jesus: 13 Lessons for Busy Teachers - Elementary
- At the River • p.40-49 • Lk 3:15-23
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All-in-One Bible Fun series: Stories of Jesus: 13 Lessons for Busy Teachers - Preschool
- At the River • p.40-49 • Lk 3:15-23
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Learning Centers series: Learning Centers for Advent & Lent
- Advent • Chapter 4: Prepare the Way for Jesus • p.16-18 • Mt 3:1-6
- Advent for the Whole Community • Chapter 2: St. John the Baptist • p.94-95 • Lk 3:1-6
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Coloring Creations: 52 Creative Bible Lessons
- Chapter 25: John Baptizes Jesus • p.54-55 • Mt 3:13-17
Readings
Second Reading
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Salvation From the Family of Abraham
Related activities & tools
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Learning Centers series: Learning Centers for Advent & Lent
- Advent • Chapter 1: The Jesse Tree • p.4-7 • Mt 1:1-17; Jer 33:15; Acts of the Apostles 13:22-23
Gospel
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The Nativity of John the Baptist
Related activities & tools
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LearningCycles series: Emmanuel, God with Us: Creative Activities for Teaching Advent
- Chapter 1: Art Workshop • p.13-16 • Lk 1:26-2:20; Mt 2:1-12
- Chapter 2: Publishing Workshop • p.17-18 • Lk 1:26-2:20; Mt 2:1-12
- Chapter 3: Drama Workshop • p.19-21 • Lk 1:26-2:20; Mt 2:1-12
- Chapter 4: Movie Workshop • p.22-23 • Lk 1:26-2:20; Mt 2:1-12
- Chapter 5: Story Workshop • p.24-26 • Lk 1:26-2:20; Mt 2:1-12
- Chapter 6: Kitchen Workshop • p.27-29 • Lk 1:26-2:20; Mt 2:1-12
- Chapter 7: Music Workshop • p.30-32 • Lk 1:26-2:20; Mt 2:1-12
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LearningCycles series: A Voice Crying in the Wilderness: Creative Activities for Teaching about John the Baptist
- Chapter 1: Art Workshop • p.13-16 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 2: Publishing Workshop • p.17-19 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 3: Drama Workshop • p.20-25 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 4: Movie Workshop • p.26-27 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 5: Story Workshop • p.28-31 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 6: Kitchen Workshop • p.32-36 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
- Chapter 7: Music Workshop • p.37 • Lk 1:1-80, 3:1-21; Mt 3:1-17
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Big Picture Bible Crafts: 101 Simple and Amazing Crafts to Help Teach Children the Bible
- Chapter 54: God Blesses Zechariah and Elizabeth • p.124-125 • Lk 1:5-25, 1:39-45, 1:57-80
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Snip & Tell Bible Stories: Captivate Children with Simple Paper Cutouts That Unfold as the Story Is Told
- Chapter 25: Zechariah and the Angel • p.71-73 • Lk 1:5-22, 1:57-66