Prayer Suggestions for Grandparents

The prayer of a righteous man (grandparent) is powerful and effective.  James 5:16b

Easter Ideas

by Lillian Penner, CGN National Prayer Coordinator

March has arrived and the Easter season is upon us. This week I would like to share some ideas of how we can share the true meaning of Easter with our grandchildren.

When is the last time you told your grandchildren you are praying for them? Easter is a great time to connect with our grandchildren whether we live down the street, across town or a long distance away. It is essential to communicate to these precious children that we care enough to pray for them.

Here are a few good suggestions you can use during this Easter season.

• Send your grandchildren an Easter card with a Bible verse and/or a note that you are praying for them. The younger ones enjoy getting mail and the older ones don’t mind either.

• Send a CARE package: Easter egg coloring kit, Easter craft, Easter paper plate, napkins, and cups for a family dinner or a storybook with the true meaning of Easter. Of course, for young children Easter would not be complete with the traditional candy.

• Email and electronic Easter card.

• Send the “Resurrection eggs” you can purchase online or at local Christian bookstore.

As grandparents, God has given us an awesome responsibility and privilege to have a part in the lives of those dear grandchildren. Our prayers and encouragement can make a significant impact on their lives. Let us make Easter a special celebration of the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Note:  YOu can purchase Easter books and the "Resurrection eggs" online at Christianbook.com

© 2008 Lillian Penner
March 10, 2008

Lillian Ann Penner is a retired secretary from public high school in Bakersfield, CA. She and her husband, John, have been married 48 years and currently reside in Portland, OR.  They have three married sons and nine grandchildren.

Lillian has been active in church ministry for 45 years, and has led a "Heart to Heart" mentoring program for women, participated in a short term missions trip in Ukraine, volunteered at the Northwest Regional office of Wycliffe Translators, Jose Zayas Evangelistic Association, and Focus On the Family. Currently, she teaches a women's Bible study in her home church.