April 2026

Week One

Easter
Matthew 26:31-32, 36, 47-50; 27:1-2, 11-66; 28:1-8

Jesus died on a cross and came back alive, so we could be friends with Him forever!

Week Two

Breakfast on the Beach
John 21:1-14

Jesus made breakfast on the beach for His friends to show them that He would be their friend forever!

Week Three

Great Commission
Matthew 28:16-20

Jesus told His friends to go into all the world and tell everyone, everywhere about Him.

Week Four

Heaven
John 14:3; Revelation 21; 22:1-5

Jesus tells us about a special place called Heaven where there will be no more sadness or boo-boos. We can be with God forever in Heaven.

MEMORY VERSE

"I have called you friends."
John 15:15 NIV

ENGAGE IN EVERYDAY MOMENTS TOGETHER

Morning Time

When you go into your child's room, cuddle them and say: "Happy Easter, [child's name]! Jesus is alive!"

Drive Time

While on the go, see how many people you can tell, "Happy Easter!"

Cuddle Time

Cuddle with your child and pray: "God, thank You that Jesus is alive, and that, because of Him, we can be with You forever and ever."

Bath Time

Add three plastic eggs to bath time. Put a small toy in two of the eggs and nothing in the third egg. Count the eggs together. Next, tell your child to open the eggs. Talk about what's inside the eggs. When your child opens the empty egg, talk about how the place where Jesus was buried was empty because Jesus is alive!

April 2026

Week One

Easter (Crucified and Risen)
John 18-20:23

You can have joy because Jesus is alive.

Week Two

On the Road to Emmaus
Luke 24:13-35

You can have joy because there's a bigger story.

Week Three

Great Commission and Ascension
Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:1-11

You can have joy because God is with you.

Week Four

Pentecost / Fruit of the Spirit
Acts 2:1-41

God's Spirit gives you joy.

MEMORY VERSE

Always be joyful because you belong to the Lord. I will say it again. Be joyful!
Philippians 4:4 NIrV

ENGAGE IN EVERYDAY MOMENTS TOGETHER

Morning Time

As your kid starts their day, share one reason they bring joy into your life.

Drive Time

While on the go, ask your kid: "What are some things that seem impossible?"

Meal Time

At a meal this week, have everyone at the table answer this question: "How does knowing Jesus is alive, and not dead, give you hope for the things in your life?"

Bed Time

Pray: "Jesus, remind us to celebrate you every day of the year because You are alive!"