Free Family Advent Guide
I say it every year as we get into the fall season, but I can hardly wait until Christmas! People start talking about pumpkin spice, and all I can …
2020 Family Advent Guide
During the past eight months, families have experienced a roller coaster of emotions and experiences. At first, families were uncertain how to do this …
2019 Family Advent Guide
In the opening verses of the Gospel of Luke he writes: “Many have undertaken to compile a narrative about the events that have been fulfilled among …
The Fourth Week of Advent: LOVE
Have you ever “re-gifted” a Christmas gift? I have … and I have to tell you it wasn’t a good experience for me. As a Kids Minister, I was always …
The Third Week of Advent: JOY
My favorite Christmas carol is “Joy to the World.” I think that hymn sums it all up for me and when we finally sing it at church, I know it’s …
The Second Week of Advent: PEACE
We’re well into the Advent season and I’m getting more and more excited about celebrating the birth of Jesus on December 25. I am thankful for the …
The First Week of Advent: HOPE
I didn’t grow up celebrating Advent. We certainly prepared both our home and our hearts through the many traditions and celebrations, but we didn’t …
An Advent Plan for Families
Nothing is more precious than a newborn baby. However, in the months leading up to his birth, a lot goes into organizing for that infant’s arrival! …
Family Advent Guide
It’s that time of the year! The most WONDERFUL time of the year!! Christmas: A time to focus on and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ our Lord …
Family Advent Guide
I love Christmas. In fact, the only playlist that I’ve ever created on my Spotify® channel is a Christmas station. I’m not trying to be overly …
Free Download: Family Advent Guide
Last year, we posted a blog that provided a downloadable Advent guide for kids ministers to share with every family in their ministry. The response …
Celebrating Advent with Kids at Church
Sitting in the worship service of a university-town church as a college student, I observed an Advent celebration for the first time. I was wondering …
