25 Christian Back to School Gifts for Students: Church Edition

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Are you looking for Christian back-to school gifts for kids? These inexpensive gift ideas you can buy in bulk are perfect for church, kids’ ministry, or Sunday school to give to their students! Faith-focused school supplies and gift ideas for any budget & occasion – I especially love them for end-of-summer party favors and backpack drives, too!

Cute Christian Back to School for Students that Won’t Break the Bank

Back-to-school can be a really anxious time for a lot of kids. There are so many unknowns with new teachers, new classmates… on top of a tighter schedule than they’ve just enjoyed all summer!

And for Christian kids, we so want them to be aware of their faith and have that be an anchor for them when school gets a little stormy.

Back-to-school supply lists come out earlier and earlier, and I thought it would be a great idea to send kids back with school supplies that reinforce their faith.

Bible verse pencils, Christian bookmarks for kids, Christian stickers… so many things that not only remind them of their faith and that Jesus is with them, but also serve as a witness to other kids in class.

The gifts I’m sharing today could work for a number of occasions: 

  • Back to School Gift Bags from Church
  • Sunday School Back to School Gifts
  • Kids Ministry Back to School Gifts
  • End of Summer Party Favors
  • Back to School Gifts for Homeschoolers

Really, these back to school gifts for students can work for any occasion that you want to point them toward Jesus.

Many of them are super-inexpensive enough to buy in bulk, making them perfect gifting one child, a whole Sunday School class, or all the kids in your church. 

What I also love is that the kids don’t have to already know Jesus. The message on each one can plant a seed, spark a question, or just remind them that God loves them.

OK, let’s check out these fun, faith-filled gift ideas!

25 Back to School Gifts for Students that Focus on Faith

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1| Fruit of the Spirit Scented Pencils

Scented pencils! How fun! I remember getting scented stickers as a kid – I love how this gift reminds them of the Fruit of the Spirit while giving them a super-fun gift!

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2| Bible Verse Highlighter

Five different verses to remind kids who they are in Christ! These highlighters are practical AND fun to use in school.

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3| Pendant Bookmark & Ruler

This is a very budget-friendly set -bookmarks with 30 different Bible verses, a cute pendant cross charm, and a ruler on the back! Can you say ‘multi-purpose’???

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4| Jesus Loves You Stress Ball

I love this idea for the kid who might feel nervous about going back to school. This ball can relieve that, while reminding them that Jesus loves them!

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5| Christian Notepad and Pencils

Notepads and pencils are always hand and useful – I love that this set has Scripture right in front of their eyes. Perfect to write down their assignments.

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6 | This Little Light of Mine Flashlight

A flashlight might not be a necessity for school, but it’s a great reminder to let their light shine!

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7| Magnetic Bookmarks

I personally love magnetic bookmarks – this set is fun and colorful – and a perfect way to remind them of Truth as they read their favorite books. What a great witness to classmates as they read!

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8| Colored Pencil Set

I think most kids would love to receive something like this! Their own portable mini colored pencil set to take on the go – with Bible verses on it, too! And a built-in sharpener!

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9| Jesus Loves You Pen

I think pen can be a sweet reminder to them that not only does Jesus love them but that He’s always with them, too.

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10| Silicon Bible Verse Bracelets

These silicon bracelets are not only a reminder to themselves but serve as a witness for those who see them wearing it! I believe these reminders can come at just the right time.

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11| Jesus Loves You Mini Plush Animals

Another sweet gift idea especially appropriate for those kids nervous about going back to school. A fuzzy buddy who reminds them that Jesus loves them.

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12| Rainbow Scratch Notebooks

Honestly, this is SUCH a great idea! It comes with a scratch notebook, stylus, AND little stencils! A creative, hands-on that can keep them busy on the bus or during quiet time.

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13| Christian Key Chains

This set has a such a fun variety of keychains for kids! I love the designs and the messages – perfect for backpacks!

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14| Neon Vinyl Stickers

These are high quality, vinyl, waterproof stickers that kids can put on water bottles, books, tablets… all in fun and eye-popping neon hues.

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15| Cross Fidget Poppers

Fidget poppers have been popular for a while – and they really can help kids who need that stimuli. I love that this version points to the cross. The keyring also helps it from getting lost.

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16| Coloring Book and Stacking Crayon

I love that this gift not only includes a coloring and activity book, but a fun stacking crayon! I remember those so clearly – they were the best!

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More Christian Multi-Gift Ideas for Blessing Kits (Gift Bag Style)

If you want to create your own ‘gift bag’ – where you include several items in one gift bag, here are some great options where you can purchase sets that include a few gifts!

Sets like these are also great if you’re filling Operation Christmas Child Boxes!

They can also be split up if you need to divvy up fill a Sunday School or kids’ church prize box.

17| This set includes enough for 12 or 24 goodie bags, with stampers, slap bracelets, stickers, notebooks, rulers, and more!

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18| This set includes enough for 16 goodie bags, with necklaces, bracelets, and a drawstring backpack.

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19| This set includes enough for 12 or 24 goodie bags, with coloring books, stacking crayons, stampers, and stickers.

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20| This set includes enough for 12 goodie bags, with keychains, little Jesus figures, buttons, bracelets, stickers, and cards.

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21| This set includes enough for 12 goodie bags, with pencils, erasers, and a pencil case.

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I hope you found some great gifts for kids that will point them to the Bible and to Jesus. His Word doesn’t come back void! And if you want a gift that isn’t specifically Christian but you can include a punny Christian tag (small food, candy & tchotchkes), this post has some ideas!

Printable Christian Tags for Generic Back to School Supplies

If you’d like to buy more generic gifts in bulk (like pencils, highlighters, etc.), you can grab these Christian printable tags! Each one is specific to a particular school supply item but points them to Jesus!

22 | Highlighter Prayer Card

This is a sweet way to gift a simple item in a way that points to God and encourages them to be a light!

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23 | Pencil Prayer Card

With this printable card, you can gift a single pencil or an entire pack!

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24 | Blessing Kit

This is an adorable idea if you want to put together a blessing bag with several school supplies in it!

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25 | Backpack Blessing

This is a sweet idea if your church is giving out backpacks for the school year! 

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I hope you found some back to school gifts for students that your church can distribute! It’s not only a great way to bless kids in your own congregation but to be a blessing to neighborhood kids as well!

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