Holy Week

Last week, the younger Faith Formation students were introduced to the events of Holy Week, beginning with Jesus' joyful entry into Jerusalem and ending with Easter Sunday. They listened to the story of the Last Supper and then participated in a simple reenactment of the sacred meal. The class shared bread and juice, remembering how Jesus broke bread and gave it to his disciples, saying, “This is my Body,” and “This is my Blood.” During the discussion that followed, the children were invited to wonder about what it might have been like to sit at the table with Jesus and why he gave us this meal to remember him.

The older students explored the events of Holy Week through a lesson on The City of Jerusalem and the Paschal Mystery. Gathering around a detailed 3D model of Jerusalem, the students traced the key moments of Jesus’ final days on Earth—His Last Supper, arrest in the Garden of Olives, trial, crucifixion, burial, and the joyful mystery of His resurrection. The lesson emphasized that each step Jesus took in this holy city was an act of deep love.

Through this concrete, visual approach, the children encountered the historical reality of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection, and reflected on how His love is made visible in these sacred events. The presentation helped deepen their understanding of the Incarnation and Paschal Mystery, while preparing their hearts for the upcoming celebration of Holy Week and Easter.

As part of the lesson, the students baked Resurrection Rolls—sweet dough wrapped around a marshmallow that melts away during baking, leaving the inside empty. These treats symbolized the empty tomb and the glory of the risen Christ. At the end of the class, the students gave a brief, thoughtful presentation to the younger students, sharing the delicious rolls and the meaning behind them: “Like the tomb on Easter morning, these are empty inside—because Jesus is risen!”