Crafting in God's Creation
Hands-on activities for Orthodox kids, families, and Sunday school
Are you ready to explore and create? Join Ms Kaitlin as you gather materials from nature to create wonderful crafting projects tied to the Orthodox Christian liturgical year. Using simple supplies, let’s glorify God by using our hands and hearts, and help our growing selves by spending time outside, rain or shine!
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Thursday, April 30, 2026
6 mins
Decorating Icons
Let’s decorate an icon! As we celebrate a saint by decorating an icon, we’ll explore why icons are so important in our tradition, and how making them beautiful can show our love to God!
Thursday, December 11, 2025
5 mins
Making Leaf Crowns
Let’s celebrate the holy Sacrament of Marriage! As we make our leaf crowns, we’ll explore why they are used in this beautiful sacrament of the Church, and how crowns are a symbol of victory over death!
Thursday, October 30, 2025
6 mins
Painting St. Paisios Bees
Let’s head outdoors, gather some beautiful small rocks, and paint some bees! As we paint our bees, we’ll explore why it’s important to think positively with love, instead of being negative. We’ll also learn about St. Paisios, who loved and interacted with nature on a daily basis. We hope you do too!
Thursday, September 25, 2025
6 mins
Making Crosses
Let’s celebrate the Exaltation (or Elevation) of the Holy Cross! As we build our crosses, we’ll explore why the Cross is the most important symbol in the Orthodox Faith. We’ll also learn about the feast, which the Church honors with flowers, herbs, and prayers.
Kaitlin Gallimore