In preparation with the upcoming Easter season, my husband and I were talking about the real meaning of Easter and how we want to find creative ways to share the story of Jesus with our grandchildren. Celebrating with our family, church family and many friends about Jesus brings us such joy!

So, what traditions did you have growing up for Easter? As a matter of fact, I loved going shopping with my mom to find the perfect new Sunday Easter outfit. Not only was it a beautiful outfit, it was not complete until we accessorized with the fancy hat, gloves and new white shoes! Most importantly, we always were in church and I carried that tradition forward with our children too. In addition, we had our photos taken by the cross with all the beautiful flowers, and yes, I did the traditional Easter bunny photos with my kids too.

Additionally, this year, I am drawn to looking at more creative ways to share the true meaning of this beautiful Resurrection Sunday! Aren’t we glad we have the privilege and responsibility to teach our children/grandchildren about the resurrection of Jesus? And this season is the perfect time to do so!

Did you know there is a very fun way of sharing the Easter Story with Resurrection Eggs?

Or you, can decide to make and color your very own set of Resurrection Eggs! 

As you start preparing for Easter, check out the 12 days here. Each egg tells a part of the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Such beautiful ways to share with your children/grandchildren.

You can follow the story book ideas or make your own, based on these Biblical suggestions…a donkey as Jesus’ triumphant entrance is one example. Matthew 21: 1-11.

So many varieties of ways to make your own resurrection eggs.

Egg #1 Oyster cracker (or bread) Matthew 26:26 
Egg #2 Silver coins Matthew 26:14-16 
Egg #3 Purple cloth Matthew 27:28 
Egg #4 Thorns Matthew 27:29 
Egg #5 Rope Mark 15:15 
Egg #6 Cross John 19:16-17 
Egg #7 Nail John 19:18 
Egg #8 Sign that says, “This is the king of the Jews.” Luke 23:38 
Egg #9 Sponge (with vinegar) Matthew 27:48 
Egg #10 Cloves or spices Luke 24:1 
Egg #11 Rock Matthew 27:59-60 
Egg #12 EMPTY! Matthew 28:5-6

I suggest start sharing about Jesus using one egg at a time. Explain in your own words and ask your children what each item symbolizes as you read verses from the Bible.  You may even encourage older children to read the verses.  Eventually, even young children can tell the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection with the help of the symbols found in the eggs.

We hope you all have a beautiful Easter Celebrating with those you love and hold dear!

Blessings, Pam & Charles

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