Seeing Anew: How Worship Space Bingo Helps All Ages Connect to Sacred Symbols

Years ago, while helping a church design new worship banners, I was struck with a simple but important question: How can we help the youngest members of the congregation become more aware of the visuals around them during worship?

What began as a creative experiment turned into a joyful moment of discovery. We created a game—Worship Space Bingo—to gently encourage observation. The result? Laughter, excitement, and curiosity. Children buzzed with energy as they scanned the sanctuary for symbols, matched them to their bingo cards, and asked thoughtful questions that opened the door to meaningful conversations.

That first Sunday reminded me of something I carry with me still: visual language in sacred spaces speaks powerfully, especially when we help others learn to “read” it.

Since then, Worship Space Bingo has become a beloved resource. I’ve shared it with Sunday School classes, confirmation groups, and intergenerational events. Without fail, someone always says, “I never noticed that before,” or “I didn’t know what that symbol meant!” It’s a gentle nudge to slow down and look again, to find reverence and belonging in the everyday details of our sacred spaces.

At Carrot Top Studio, we believe that art can draw people closer to faith—and that joy and curiosity have a place in worship too.

That’s why we’ve created a downloadable version of Worship Space Bingo that your church can use right away. Print it out for Sunday School, family worship, or any time you want to invite others—young or old—to look a little closer and connect more deeply.