17 - Shepherds Visit Baby Jesus

Introduction:

Go over the picture or the scene of the Nativity and review the location of Bethlehem, the manger, Baby Jesus with St. Mary and St. Joseph, the stable, Jesus asleep in the manger, etc. Learn that Jesus came as a baby, because He loves us.

Lesson Outline:

When Baby Jesus was born, there were shepherds who were taking care of the sheep at night. They saw an angel in the sky who told them about Baby Jesus and that He is the Lord. The angel told the shepherds that they will find the Baby in the manger wrapped in clothes. After the angel said this, suddenly the sky was full of angels who were singing and praising God. The angels said: “Glory to God in the highest, and peace on earth.” The shepherds immediately went to see the Baby. They told everybody about what they saw. The shepherds were very happy and thankful to see the Lord Jesus Christ as a baby. They returned praising and glorifying God. We are also very happy and thankful during this time of year to celebrate Christmas. We love Baby Jesus and we know that He was born as a baby because He loves us and wanted to bring us joy and peace to the world.

Memory Verse:

“Glory to God in the highest” Luke 2:14

Song: Away in a manger https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnwO_0DrpCk&vl=en 

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,

The little Lord Jesus lay down His sweet head,

The stars in the bright sky looked down where He lay,

The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes

But little Lord Jesus, no crying He makes

I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky.

And stay by my cradle till morning is nigh

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay

Close by me for ever and love me, I pray

Bless all the dear children in Thy tender care

And take us to Heaven to live with Thee there    

Video: https://youtu.be/yVXR6k7DvtI