"Advent in a Box was designed to provide faith at home resources to support, love, and connect families where and when they need …
Advent Discussion Spirals from Candle Press
"Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you." -Isaiah 60:1 Celebrating Advent and …
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Jesse Tree Advent Activity and Skit
"The modern-day Jesse Tree connects Isaiah 11:1 to the birth of Jesus and our salvation, through scripture and symbolic …
Lessons and Carols – The Church Service that “Went Viral”
The Festival of Lessons and Carols, like the best holiday traditions, is always the same, yet always new. Plan yours with care; …
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Are You Good at Waiting? Online Resources for Advent
In our own lives, Advent can be a special time of learning to wait, slowing down, and preparing for the birth of …
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Advent Wreath Liturgy and Prayers for Church
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the …
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Advent Wreath Making Survival Guide
"The event helps to position people to observe Advent as a spiritual season at home... As we say here in New York, What’s not to …
The Living Advent Wreath: An Activity for Children
"There are only two components to creating a Living Advent Wreath – the candle capes and the circular wreath to lay on the floor – …
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Book Review: The Season of the Nativity – Advent, Christmas & Epiphany
"The Season of the Nativity would be a wonderful addition to any church looking to reclaim the holiday season from the commercial …
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Easy Advent Song for Children: “Baby’s a-Coming”
"Most children know what it’s like to prepare for the arrival of a baby and will immediately have their suggestions for what we …
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A Christmas Reflection: A Gift to the Christ Child
What can I give him, poor as I am, If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb; If I were a wise man, I would do my …
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An Advent Song for Children: “Prophets Show the Way”
"A prophet is someone who tells the truth no matter how difficult telling the truth might be. Every child understands that …
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