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Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

Inviting Your Child Into the Easter Story

Apr 4, 2025
Josh Straub, a speaker and co-founder of Famous at Home, teams up with his wife Christi to guide parents on introducing their children to the Easter story. They discuss how to navigate emotions during Holy Week, from joy to grief, while incorporating traditions like the Easter Bunny. The Straubs stress the importance of honest conversations, emotional safety, and creating lasting memories that deepen children's faith. With practical tips, they encourage families to engage in meaningful dialogues about the significance of Easter.
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Quick takeaways

  • Parents can help children connect with the Easter story by discussing the various emotions experienced during Holy Week, fostering emotional growth.
  • Balancing Easter traditions with spiritual teachings allows families to appreciate both cultural practices and the true significance of the holiday.

Deep dives

The Complexity of Easter

Easter encompasses various pivotal events, including Jesus’ triumphal entry, the Last Supper, his brutal death, and subsequent resurrection, all of which carry profound significance in Christianity. This holy week is filled with emotional turmoil for the disciples, marked by confusion and betrayal, as they navigated their faith amidst chaos. Understanding the complexities of these events helps contextualize the importance of Easter beyond the traditional symbols like bunnies and eggs. Acknowledging the intense emotions associated with this period can aid in bridging the gap for children, who may struggle to connect these symbolic representations to the deeper spiritual truths.

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