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• Parable of the Wicked Tenants 

  • What to Do: After reading the parable,  discuss what it means to honor God with our lives. Have kids draw the vineyard or the characters while talking about how we can be faithful “tenants” of God’s gifts.

  • Why It Fits: It ties into Jesus’ teaching focus, encouraging reflection on loyalty and stewardship.

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• Render unto Caesar

  • What to Do: After reading the story,  gather some coins and read  where Jesus outsmarts a trap about taxes. Sort the coins as a family, then pray about what belongs to God in your lives—time, talents, or love. Kids can write or say one thing they’ll “give” to God.

  • Why It Fits: It reflects Jesus’ wisdom and challenges families to prioritize God over worldly things.

 

•  Watchfulness Lantern Craft

  • What to Do: Make a simple paper lantern (fold paper, cut slits, tape it into a cylinder, add a handle). Read part of the story where Jesus urges staying awake for his return. Place a battery-powered tealight inside the lantern and talk about staying ready for God’s call, like keeping a light on.

  • Why It Fits: It connects to Jesus’ end-times teaching, emphasizing perseverance and vigilance.

 

• Betrayal Forgiveness 

  • What to Do: Read about Jesus predicting Judas’ betrayal. Give each family member a small stone to hold, representing a hurt or betrayal they’ve felt. Take turns placing the stones in a bowl of water, symbolizing letting go through forgiveness, as Jesus did.

  • Why It Fits: It mirrors the day’s somber foreshadowing, teaching resilience and grace.

 

• Olive Branch Moment

  • What to Do: Since Jesus spoke on the Mount of Olives, use a small branch (or make one from paper) as a prop. Sit together, share a snack like olives or bread, and talk about a time you stood up for what’s right, inspired by Jesus’ boldness against opposition. End with a prayer to follow His example.

  • Why It Fits: It ties to the setting and Jesus’ courage, encouraging families to live boldly for God.​

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These activities are hands-on and discussion-based, suitable for all ages, and help families internalize Holy Tuesday’s call to faithfulness, readiness, and trust in God’s will amidst challenges. They’re easy to adapt—keep them short or expand them with more Scripture as needed!