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Bible scroll craft
Jesus Prays in Gethsemane Bible Scroll Craft
A printable Bible story scroll based on Jesus Prays in Gethsemane. Children colour and cut the illustration, then attach the sides to pencils, straws or craft sticks to make a scroll. Story focus: Jesus goes to the garden to pray. Soldiers arrive to arrest Him. Jesus goes with peace.
- Suggested ages
- 6–10 years
- Activity time
- 20–35 min
- Difficulty
- Easy–moderate
English
Age, time and difficulty are planning guides. Check the preparation notes for adult help.
$3.95 USD
One-time purchase
Digital download · No physical item shipped
What’s included
- Printable illustration for making a story scroll
Your download files
- JesusPraysinGethsemane.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
Cutting, rolling the side edges and attaching handles require a little more coordination than colouring alone.
Help attach the handles and roll the edges neatly. Read the story text together.
What you’ll need
Printer, paper, colouring pencils or crayons, scissors, glue. Pencils, straws or craft sticks form the scroll handles.
Time & preparation
One scroll, including colouring, cutting and assembly. 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: Luke 22:39–53
Jesus prays on the Mount of Olives before his arrest, bringing his distress to the Father. His disciples struggle to stay awake; when the arresting group comes, Jesus refuses the path of violence.
Main takeaway: Jesus brings anguish to God and chooses faithfulness rather than retaliation.
As you unroll the passage
Read the scroll a section at a time and explain the words before rolling it up again.
Contrast prayer, sleeping disciples and the arriving crowd. Children need not share personal fears; a fictional example can introduce asking for support.
Younger learners can listen and repeat a short meaningful phrase. Older learners can explain the reading in their own words before practising recall.
Questions to explore
- What did Jesus do before the arrest?
- How did he respond to the violence?
- What can we do when a situation feels too difficult to face alone?
Common questions
What files are included in this download?
The download is a 1-page PDF: JesusPraysinGethsemane.pdf. This is the English edition. You print the files yourself; physical supplies are not included.
How do I turn the sheet into a scroll?
Colour the illustrated page and roll its two side edges towards the centre. For a sturdier classroom version, attach the side edges to two paper straws or wooden craft sticks and roll them inwards. Unroll the page gradually as you retell or read it. For a Bible reading to accompany this activity, use Luke 22:39–53.
Which pages should I print, and at what size?
The original PDF pages are A4 landscape. JesusPraysinGethsemane.pdf: print the page for each learner or group. 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 and colouring pencils. Paper straws or craft sticks with glue or tape are an optional support, not included physical supplies. An adult can prepare the handles.
What help might children need with this activity?
Suggested ages: 6–10 years. Help attach the handles and roll the edges neatly. Read the story text together. Adjust this guide for the child’s reading and making skills.
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