Play “Who Were the People in the Easter Story” song and activity with your children this Easter to help them learn the main characters of this life-changing Bible story.
“Who Were the People in the Easter Story” song and activity is perfect to begin your celebration of Easter whether in your home or classroom. This song showcases the following 13 main characters in the biblical account of when Jesus gave His life upon the cross for the forgiveness of our sin.
13 Main Characters from “Who Were the People in the Easter Story” Song and Activity:
Judas, Caiphas, Peter, Pontius Pilate, King Herod, Barabbas, Soldiers, Simon, 2 Thieves, Joseph, Mary and Mary, an Angel, and Jesus
Take a look at the sample moves for “Who Were the People in the Easter Story” Song and Activity:
Here is the picture of Barabbas
Here is the picture of Caiaphas
Here is the picture of Caiaphas
Here is the picture of Caiaphas
How can you use the downloadable files when you purchase this song and activity?
- Create a bulletin board with all the people.
- Use the pictures to create stick puppets and have the kids act out the story.
- Have the children create an Easter Journal and have them study each person and the part they played in the Easter story.
- Have children memorize verses about each of the people.
- Use the pictures as part of your Lenten celebration.
Here are the lyrics to “Who Were the People in the Easter Story” Song and Activity:
Judas
This man was greedy
But was a friend
Of our Lord Jesus
And for 30 silver pieces
Betrayed Jesus in the end
Who was this man?
Caiaphas
This man held honor
In the temple of God
Jesus stood before him
He said, “Tell us if you are the Christ
The very Son of God.”
Who was this man?
Peter
This man loved Jesus
He was a fisherman
But he was fearful
Three times he did deny the Lord
‘fore the rooster crowed again
Who was this man?
Pontius Pilate
This man was Governor
In Jerusalem
Jesus stood before him
But he couldn’t send Jesus to his death
And washed his hands of him
Who was this man?
King Herod
This king ruled over
Jerusalem
At Jesus’ trial
He hoped that Jesus would perform
A miracle for him
Who was this man?
Barabbas
This man was aweful
and did many crimes
The people shouted
Free this man in place of Jesus
Who claims He is the Christ
Who was this man?
Soldiers
These men took Jesus
And stripped Him down
In a robe they dressed Him
And on His head they placed some thorns
Made into a crown
Who were these men?
Simon
This man was standing
As Jesus passed by
The cross was heavy
This man took up Jesus’ cross
And walked by our Lord’s side
Who was this man?
2 Thieves
These men had done wrong
They robbed and lied
They each were on a cross
Dying next to Jesus
One on either side
Who were these men?
Joseph
After Jesus died
Upon the cross
This very rich man
Placed our Lord inside his tomb
And wrapped him in some cloth
Who was this man?
Mary and Mary
The day was Sunday
Three days they cried
These precious women
Who went to mourn at Jesus tomb
But found He was alive!
Who were these women?
An Angel
This man had brilliant
Light on his head
He came from Heaven
He said do not fear for Jesus is alive!
He is not dead!
Who was this man?
Jesus
This man is our Lord
Both God and man
He shed His blood for us
So we would be forgiven
It was God’s master plan
Who was this man?
Looking for another activity for Easter? Then check out the following link:
Journey to the Cross: Easter Sunday School Lessons for Children
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Then one of them, named Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, spoke up, “You know nothing at all!