More Pentecost Activities for the Whole Family

,

This post may contain affiliate links to products or services that I recommend. By clicking on these links and making a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Your support helps me continue to provide valuable content to you. Thank you for your support!

Children Ages 2 to 5:

• Suggested Book to Read: The Day When God Made Church: A Child's First Book About Pentecost
• Craft: Make paper doves by folding white paper and drawing a dove shape. Hang them around the house as symbols of the Holy Spirit's presence.

• Game: Play a simple game of "Pass the Dove." Use a soft toy dove or any plushie and pass it around while saying a prayer for the Holy Spirit to fill each person with His love.
• Recipe: Bake "Holy Spirit" cupcakes with white frosting and decorate with flame-shaped candies or red sprinkles to symbolize the flames of Pentecost.

Children Ages 6 to 9:

• Suggested Book to Read: Breathe: A Child's Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time ― Part of the "Circle of Wonder" Series
• Craft: Holy Spirit Wind Chime
• 
  

Materials Needed:

1. Cardboard or a sturdy paper tube (such as a paper towel roll or wrapping paper tube)
2. Construction paper or cardstock in various colors
3. Scissors
4. Glue or tape
5. String or yarn
6. Hole punch
7. Decorative materials (markers, stickers, glitter, etc.)
8. Optional: small bells or chimes

Instructions:

1. Begin by decorating your paper tube with symbols of the Holy Spirit. Draw or cut out shapes such as doves, flames, or crosses from the construction paper or cardstock. You can also use markers, stickers, or glitter to embellish the symbols.
2. Glue or tape the symbols onto the paper tube, arranging them in a pleasing pattern.
3. Next, cut long strips of construction paper or cardstock to create streamers. You can use one color or multiple colors for a vibrant effect.
4. Glue or tape the streamers to the inside of the paper tube, allowing them to hang down freely.
5. If you have small bells or chimes, you can attach them to the ends of the streamers to create a gentle tinkling sound in the wind.
6. Once your wind chime is decorated and assembled, use a hole punch to make two holes near the top of the paper tube.
7. Cut a length of string or yarn and thread it through the holes to create a loop for hanging.
8. Hang your Holy Spirit Wind Chime outside in a place where it can catch the wind. As the breeze blows, watch and listen as it creates beautiful music and movement, reminding you of the presence of the Holy Spirit.

• Game: The Gifts of the Holy Spirit Conversation Starter Cards or Fruits of the Holy Spirit Conversation Starter Cards are alternatives to games for bigger kids and teens.

            Get the bundle at a discounted price together with The Gifts of the Holy Spirit         Coloring Pages.

• Recipe: Make red sauce spaghetti and ask the children to help prepare and cook.

Pre-teens and Teens:

• Suggested Book to Read: Pentecost: A Day of Power for All People Fullness of Time
• Craft: Journal about the Gifts and/ or Fruits of the Holy Spirit each week using the conversation starter cards. Let your pre teen or teen add their creative touch.

• Game: See 'Game' for Children ages 6 to 9
• Recipe: Prepare a "Holy Spirit Punch" using a mix of fruit juices and lemon-lime soda, garnished with slices of fruit and ice cubes.

I hope these ideas will fill your day as you celebrate Pentecost with the family.