Bible story
Luke 4: 38-39
Jesus heals Simon’s mother-in-law
Ask the children about their Mum and everything they do for them. Talk about all the women who love and help them – Mum, Grandma, Auntie, Godmother etc, and how special they are.
There are a number of stories about good mothers in the Bible. For example, you could also use:
Exodus 2:1-10
The Play-Along Bible (Bob Hartman)
‘River Baby’, p30
If possible, prepare a small take-home gift for all the women present in the group and any single dads.
Song suggestions
1.Theme Song
(Tune: ‘Row, row, row your boat’)
Help, help, help your mum,
Help her every day.
Eat your fruit and vegetables –
To grow big that’s the way!
Help, help, help your mum,
Help her every day.
Tidy all your toys and games,
Put everything away!
Help, help, help your mum,
Help her every day.
Tell her that you love her lots,
Give cuddles as you play!
Action Rhyme: My Mum is the Best!
My Mum is the best – she cooks my tea,
My Mum is the best – she cuddles me.
My Mum is the best – she washes my clothes,
My Mum is the best – she plays with me loads.
My Mum is the best – she takes me to school,
My Mum is the best – she’s yummy and cool!
My Mum is the best – she’s gorgeous to touch,
My Mum is the best – I love her this much!
Prayer
Action Prayer
Thank you, God, that our Mums are great. (jump high with thumbs up)
Thank you, God, that our Mums are smart. (point to side of head with finger)
Thank you, God, that they love us. (hug self)
And we love them with ALL our heart! (hands on heart then outstretched)
Amen.
Note: You can use Grandma, Auntie, carer as appropriate for your group
Prayer Song
(Tune: ‘Twinkle, Twinkle’)
Mums and Grandmas, Aunties too,
Let’s thank God for all they do,
For the times they play with me,
Wash my clothes and make my tea.
Mums and Grandmas, Aunties too,
Thank you, God, for all they do.
Amen.
Craft/Activity Ideas
Make a small gift to take home for Mums, Grandmas, Aunties. There are lots of ideas at:
https://www.pinterest.co.uk/FamilyMinistriesUKIT/crafts-for-mothers-day/
