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Originally posted on Etsy ↗Quick and easy craft for my Sunday school class!
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Bible door hanger
Baptism of Jesus Bible Door Hanger
5.0 out of 57 reviewsA printable Bible door hanger based on Baptism of Jesus. Children colour and cut the design, then hang it on a door as a reminder of the lesson. Story focus: John baptizes people in the Jordan River. John is surprised but obeys. God’s voice says, “This is my Son, whom I love.”
- Suggested ages
- 6–10 years
- Activity time
- 15–25 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
English
Age, time and difficulty are planning guides. Check the preparation notes for adult help.
$2.95 USD
One-time purchase
Digital download · No physical item shipped
What’s included
- 1 Baptism of Jesus Door Hanger Colouring Page (Matthew 3 / Mark 1 / Luke 3)
Your download files
- TheBaptismofJesus_Matthew3_Mark1_Luke3.pdf: 1 page
- Instructions-DoorHandleStory.pdf: 1 page
File inventory and page counts checked against the originals. Page counts include any instruction pages. Please check the preparation notes before printing for a group.
Getting ready
Age & adult help
The outside shape and door-handle opening need more controlled cutting than a straight bookmark.
Prepare the door-handle opening and help with curved edges. Younger children can colour an adult-prepared hanger.
What you’ll need
Printer, paper or light card, colouring pencils or crayons, scissors. An adult may need to cut the handle opening.
Time & preparation
One door hanger, including colouring and cutting. Teaching time is additional.
Age is an editorial estimate for the motor and reading demands of this format. Difficulty, completion time and suggested tools are planning estimates, not build-tested.
Check the file before you print for a group, and allow for any extra help the kids might need.
Printing tipsThe story behind the craft
Bible passage: Matthew 3:13–17
Jesus comes to John at the Jordan to be baptised. As Jesus comes out of the water, the Spirit descends like a dove and a voice from heaven calls him God’s beloved Son.
Main takeaway: Jesus’ baptism reveals his identity as God’s beloved Son.
Before you hang it up
Read the words on the hanger and connect the design with the passage before choosing a place for it.
Distinguish John, Jesus, the dove and the voice from heaven. Read the passage alongside the pictures rather than treating every symbol as a separate character.
Younger learners can explain the pictured event in their own words. Older learners can choose one idea from the reading to remember when they see the hanger again.
Questions to explore
- Who baptised Jesus?
- What happened as Jesus came out of the water?
- What does the voice tell us about Jesus?
Common questions
What files are included in this download?
The download contains 2 PDFs with 2 pages in total: TheBaptismofJesus_Matthew3_Mark1_Luke3.pdf (1 page); Instructions-DoorHandleStory.pdf (1 page). This is the English edition. You print the files yourself; physical supplies are not included.
How do I make the door hanger?
Colour the illustrated hanger, cut around its outline and prepare the handle opening. Use the finished sign to retell the pictured account before hanging it on a suitable door handle. For a Bible reading to accompany this activity, use Matthew 3:13–17.
Which pages should I print, and at what size?
The original PDF pages are A4 portrait. TheBaptismofJesus_Matthew3_Mark1_Luke3.pdf: print the page for each learner or group. Instructions-DoorHandleStory.pdf: keep as a shared assembly guide. Print single-sided. On US Letter paper, select Letter and Fit or shrink to the printable area; the originals are not separate Letter-sized files.
What supplies and preparation does this need?
Paper or printer-compatible light card, colouring pencils and scissors. An adult should help with the handle opening and tight curves. The hanger is a printable cut-out, not a supplied physical door sign.
What help might children need with this activity?
Suggested ages: 6–10 years. Prepare the door-handle opening and help with curved edges. Younger children can colour an adult-prepared hanger. Adjust this guide for the child’s reading and making skills.
Reviews
5.0 out of 57 reviews
Etsy buyer
Originally posted on Etsy ↗High-quality file. Fun for kids to use.
Etsy buyer
Originally posted on Etsy ↗My Sunday School children loved this craft. I purchased heavier craft paper to use as a base, so the hangar would last longer.
Luanne
Originally posted on Etsy ↗The kids loved this activity.
Joanna
Originally posted on Etsy ↗Instant download, matched description, kids loved it!
Paige
Originally posted on Etsy ↗This was an excellent craft for our preschoolers as we learned about Baptism of the Lord Sunday. Our parents and teachers all enjoyed it!
Mona
Originally posted on Etsy ↗using it for my Sundat School tomorrow! printed off the image...
