📘 Grade 2 – Term 1, Week 7: Last Supper and Gethsemane
Big Idea: Jesus knew what was coming, yet He still chose to obey God's plan.
Key Scripture:
Matthew 26:17–46
(Luke 22:7–46 as supporting text)
Biblical Understanding:
Jesus shared a special meal with His disciples, explaining God's plan of salvation. Even when He was scared in the Garden, He chose to follow God's will.
✨ Learning Goals (Knowledge and Skills):
Students will:
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Understand the significance of the Last Supper as a symbol of Jesus’ sacrifice.
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Recognise Jesus’ obedience in the Garden of Gethsemane, even in fear.
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Reflect on how we can trust God’s plan when things are hard.
❓ Essential Question:
Why did Jesus choose to follow God’s plan, even though it was difficult?
🎵 Weekly Christian Song:
“Thy Will Be Done” – Kids Worship Version (Yancy or similar artist)
[Optional Action Song: “I Will Trust in You” – Kids Praise version]
🧠 Activities:
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Bible Exploration (Whole Class):
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Read and discuss Matthew 26:17–30 (Last Supper) and Matthew 26:36–46 (Gethsemane).
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Use role-play or stick-puppet drama to act out both scenes.
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Highlight Jesus’ emotions and choices.
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Visual Learning:
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Show images or video clips of Passover traditions and how they connect to Communion today.
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Display a simple chart showing the events leading up to the cross.
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Creative Activity:
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Craft: Make a Last Supper table from paper with cups and bread.
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Reflection Drawing: “Jesus prayed in the garden... I can pray too when I feel ___.”
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Prayer Time:
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Guided silent prayer: Students reflect quietly on times they’ve had to do something hard but right.
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Class prayer: Thank God for Jesus’ courage and ask for strength to obey God in our own lives.
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📝 Reflection/Journaling Prompt:
“Jesus prayed, ‘Not my will but Yours.’ I can trust God even when I feel…”