Pillow Stuffing Challenge

Gameplay

• 10+ Players 👥

• 2-4 Minutes ⏱️

What You’ll Need

• 2 pillows

• 2 pillow cases

• An open space (can be played on a bus)

Setup

• Divide players into 2 equal teams and have them line up single file.

• Mark a “front” line and a “back” line about 15-20 feet apart.

• Place one pillow at the front of each team’s line and a pillow case at the back.

How to Play

• Start the Race
  On the leader’s signal, the pillow is passed over players' heads all the way to the last person in line.

• Stuff the Pillow
  The last player quickly stuffs the pillow into the pillowcase.

• Return the Dressed Pillow
  The pillow (now inside the pillow case) is passed under players’ legs back to the front of the line.

• Declare the Winner
  The first team to have their dressed pillow reach the front wins!

Say Something Like
“Alright teams! Your mission is simple but silly—get that pillow dressed and back up front as fast as you can! Remember—pass it overhead going back, and under legs coming forward. Ready? Set? STUFF!”

Variations

• Reverse Round: Pass under on the way back and overhead to the front.

• Over-Under: Pass the pillow over and then under each player.

• Time Trial: One team plays at a time for fastest score.

• Obstacle Line: Add cones to weave through for added chaos.

Teaching Points
This game encourages unity and synchronized effort—perfect for illustrating how everyone plays a part in the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12).

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