St. Helen
Who was St. Helen?
She was a Christian who loved Jesus.
What does the Cross remind us of?
Jesus’s love for us.
How many days is the Feast of the Cross?
3 days.
Who spoke the words in Matthew 16:24?
Jesus.
What did St. Helen love?
Jesus/God.
Who was St. Helen’s son?
Emperor Constantine.
Who died on the Cross for us?
Jesus.
What special thing do we remember during the feast?
We remember and celebrate the Cross of Jesus Christ.
Who was Jesus speaking to?
His disciples.
Where did St. Helen go to look for the Cross?
Jerusalem
What important thing did St. Helen search for?
The Cross of Jesus.
What does the Cross show us about Jesus?
It shows us how much Jesus loves us.
Why do we celebrate the Feast of the Cross?
To remember Jesus’ Cross and His great love for us.
What does Jesus tell us to take up?
His Cross.
Name two things St. Helen teaches us.
Love Jesus, pray, trust God, follow Jesus, etc.
Why was St. Helen’s search for the Cross important?
She wanted to find the Cross of Jesus and honor it.
How can we “carry our cross” today?
Follow Jesus, pray, obey God, help others, and do what is right even when it is difficult.
What should we do when we celebrate a church feast?
Pray, praise God, learn about Him, and thank Him.
According to Matthew 16:24, what are three things Jesus tells us to do?
Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Jesus.
How did St. Helen show her love for Jesus?
She searched for the Cross, honored it, and helped build churches.
What can we learn from St. Helen’s determination to find the Cross?
We learn to love Jesus, trust God, and keep searching for and following Him even when something is difficult.
If the Cross reminds us of Jesus’ love, how should we respond to Him?
We should love Jesus, follow Him, and live the way He teaches us.
Explain why the Cross is important to Christians.
The Cross reminds us of Jesus’ love and sacrifice, and the feast helps us remember to follow Him.
Complete the verse: “If anyone desires to come after Me, and take up his cross, and ______ Me.”
Follow Me.
How are St. Helen and Matthew 16:24 connected?
St. Helen searched for and honored the Cross, while Matthew 16:24 teaches us to take up our cross and follow Jesus.