Children's Corner

The First Easter Morning...

Read the story in John 20. Then tick which you think is the right answer in each section below. The bible references given in brackets will help.

When Mary of Magdala arrived at the tomb of Jesus, she saw: (John 20:1)

1. A Roman centurion guarding the tomb

2. The stone had been removed from the entrance

3. Crowds were gathered round the tomb

After she had told Peter and John that the tomb was empty, she: (John 20:12)

4. Decided to go home

5. Remained outside the tomb and spoke to two angels

6. Went inside the empty tomb

What happened when she thought she met the gardener? (John 20:16)

7. She asked him who he was

8. As he spoke her name, she knew he was Jesus

9. When he spoke she thought he was a stranger

What message did Jesus give to Mary? (John 20:17)

10. That she should go and tell the disciples the news

11. That she must say nothing to anyone

12. That she should wait a while before saying anything

What did Mary of Magdala do next? (John 20:18)

13. She stayed behind to talk with Jesus

14. She decided to tell the disciples the news

15. She preferred to keep silent

Answers next month.....