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Today on the blog, I am sharing with you a printable hands-on activity to teach children about the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. You will find this Eucharist Craft to be engaging, easy to assemble and deeply meaningful. It’s a beautiful reminder of Jesus and our faith.
This eucharist craft will work perfectly for first holy communion, Sunday school, vacation bible school, or even just a rainy day at home.
Our interactive paper plate chalice craft perfectly checks every box. Crafts like this one are such powerful teaching tools while visually demonstrating the amazing mystery of the body and blood of Jesus through the chalice and the host.
By transforming a simple paper plate into a shimmering gold chalice with a moving piece of bread that lifts to reveal an image of Jesus, children get a visual tactile lesson in the Real presence.
Whether you are a catechist planning a first holy communion prep lesson, a catholic schoolteacher looking for a sacramental craft, or a parent wanting to strengthen Sunday mass lessons at home, this eucharist craft is an absolute winner.
Why this Eucharist Craft Works?
Before we dive into the scissors and glue, let’s talk the theology behind this Communion craft. Abstract theological concepts can be tough for young minds to grasp.
In the Catholic faith, we believe in transubstantiation-that bread and the wine truly become the body and blood of Christ. It’s a big word for little kids, but the concept can be simplified.
In the mass when the priest prays over the bread and wine, the substance changes entirely into Jesus, even though the accidents (the physical appearance, texture, and taste) remain the same.
This craft bridges that gap exquisitely. By physically lifting the “Host”, children witness a visual representation of Jesus residing within the Eucharist. It changes a static art project into an interactive teaching tool they will want to show off to their family and friends.
Chalice Craft Highlights:
Convenient: By printing the digital download below, this catholic activity is already prepped and ready to get started!
Want to know more about printables and different ways you can use them? Check out our printable guide.
Budget-friendly: Uses basic household items like scissors, paper plates and paint to create.
Skill-Building: Promotes fine motor skills through cutting, painting, and assembling.
Materials Needed for This Eucharist Craft:
Before gathering the kids, clear off a workspace and collect the following materials.
Communion Jesus & host printable template (see below to grab your freebie)
Two paper plates
Any Gold paint (I did a layer with this color, then this color over top after it dries)
Glitter & embellishments (optional)
Eucharist Craft Step-By-Step Easy Instructions:
Follow these simple steps to bring this sacramental craft to life.
Download and print the digital download on white cardstock paper, set aside.
Grab two paper plates. Cut one of them in half. For the other paper plate cut out a pizza slice shape.
Paint your two pieces gold to mimic the look of a chalice.
Turn the paper plate that you cut in half over and glue the pizza slice shape to the back of it.
This is how the front will look.
Ta-da, a gold chalice!
Cut out the images. (Make sure to cut around and not through the connecting circles to ensure a folding feature).
Glue the Jesus Image on the bottom of the connected circle.
Now fold down the top part of the circle at the dotted line (over top of the Jesus circle).
Glue the Body of Christ image on the front.
Now open your flap. Add glue to the very bottom of Jesus and the circle section below.
Attach to the back side of the top of chalice (centered).
Let the glue dry.
All finished! You can now open and close to reveal Jesus in the host.
Feel free to add glitter or any embellishments to your chalice if you choose to do so.
How to Use this Eucharist Craft to Spark Discussion
When the kids are finishing up and proudly flipping their hosts open and closed, take a few minutes to sit down and guide them through a reflection. You could read to them the momentous last supper event from the scriptures. Relate the message “Do this in remembrance of me” to their hearts. Remind them when they receive holy communion, Jesus doesn’t just stay on the alter. He enters your heart. Just like this chalice with the host holds Jesus inside, your body becomes a living tabernacle.
Final Thoughts
Crafting with faith in mind doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive to be impactful. This eucharist chalice and host gives kids a tangible way to connect with the liturgy on Sunday.
By bringing the mystery of the Mass into their hands, you are helping them build a foundation of faith that will last a lifetime.
It truly makes our day to see your kids having fun and learning about the faith! Our kids have so much fun making them as well! Thank you for supporting our blog and helping children grow through creative play!
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