Peter Raises Dorcas (Tabitha) for Kids: Bible Story & Printables
The story in a nutshell
At Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha, called Dorcas, who was "full of good works and almsdeeds which she did." She was sick, and died, and the disciples sent two men to Lydda for Peter. All the widows stood by him weeping, "shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made." Peter put them all forth, kneeled down, and prayed, and said, "Tabitha, arise"; she opened her eyes and sat up, and "many believed in the Lord."
Read it: Acts 9:36–43
Memory verseActs 9:36
Big ideasServing others · God answers prayer · Many believed
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of Peter Raises Dorcas (Tabitha) in the Bible?
You can read it in Acts 9:36–43.
What is the story of Peter Raises Dorcas (Tabitha) about?
At Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha, called Dorcas, who was "full of good works and almsdeeds which she did." She was sick, and died, and the disciples sent two men to Lydda for Peter. All the widows stood by him weeping, "shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made." Peter put them all forth, kneeled down, and prayed, and said, "Tabitha, arise"; she opened her eyes and sat up, and "many believed in the Lord."
What can kids learn from Peter Raises Dorcas (Tabitha)?
Big ideas to teach: Serving others, God answers prayer, Many believed.