Faith + Family + Spirit
Advent & Christmas
In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s easy for families to forget the true meaning of the season. In this new book of faith practices for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany, parents, grandparents, Sunday school teachers, pastors, and anyone who cares about kids will find easy, fun, and meaningful ideas for bringing the sacred back into the season.
The book includes prayers, practices, and stories, grouped by different themes of the Advent and Christmas season, from Decorating, to Family Time, to Giving, to Telling the Story, and more. Practices include: Making an Advent Wreath, Christmas Card prayers, Hot Chocolate Gratitude Party, Year Round Christmas Gift, Silent Night Star Walk, Birthday Party for Jesus, Leaving Hay for Camels, Memory Box for the Year to Come, and many, many more!
For Family and Friends Far Away
God, we send blessings and love to friends and family far away. May they feel our love. May they know miss them. May they be happy and at peace. May their Advent and Christmas be full of hope and peace, love and joy.
Faithful Families for Advent and Christmas
By Traci Smith
While We Wait for Christmas
While we wait for the excitement of Christmas Day, we pray for patience to enjoy the season with our family. May we always remember to be kind to one another, to spend time together, and to slow down when things get hectic. Help us as we share your love with others this season.
Putting the Star on the top of the Tree
The stars in the Bible shine light and show the way to Jesus. So, too, may this star shine brightly on our tree, reminding us that Jesus can light our path.
Faithful Families for Advent and Christmas
By Traci Smith