Share the Word
Ways to present John 16.12-15
Activities marked with an asterisk 
next to the activity title are in addition to the resources in the Ready to go sessions. Suggested timings for these activities are also shown. NB The inclusion of additional activities varies from week to week.
A version of the story for very young children
A version of the story for very young children.
Wrap a pass-the-parcel with each of the story sections below hidden in it. In the centre wrap the word ‘Jesus‘. Play pass-the-parcel as you unfold the story, a layer at a time.
1. Jesus said, ‘I have lots of things to tell you, but you are not ready to hear them yet.’
2. ‘I have to leave you, but the Holy Spirit is coming soon. The Holy Spirit will lead you in truth.’
3. ‘Everything the Holy Spirit shows comes from me.’
4. ‘Everything that belongs to the Father is mine.’
FOR CHILDREN
Read the story and pause at the 
to share these points with the children (see Stop and share below). Then use the activity to explore the passage together. (10 mins)
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Stop and share
- This happens after Jesus had died and risen again. He was preparing to go back to heaven.
- Jesus talks about ‘The Spirit of truth’. This is the Holy Spirit.
- ‘Glory’ is a word we use in church, but not often in everyday life. It means ‘honour’ and ‘importance’.
Sign the Trinity E S
- Teach the children BSL signs for ‘Father’, ‘Jesus’ and ‘Holy Spirit’ (see sign tutorial here).
- As you read the passage, encourage them to listen and sign as they hear ‘Father’, ‘Jesus’ and ‘Holy Spirit’.
FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Highlight what stands out 5 mins W E
You will need: copies of the Bible passage, highlighter pens.
- As one person reads the passage slowly, invite the group to highlight any words or phrases that stand out for them. Repeat two or three times.
- Afterwards, invite everyone to share the words or phrases with the group. Ask: Did your focus change over time?