Based around the theme of Hope this Family service is aimed to be used at Advent but could be adapted for other times when Hope is needed by your church community. Just as Jesus is the Light of the world, bringing hope and joy and welcome to the majestic magi and the lowly shepherds, we also bring that Light to others at this time.
Tag Archives: Advent
A beautiful creative prayer focussed on peace at advent, easy for all ages to join in.
We are all on journeys. And when we get tired, God is there to give us strength and courage to keep going. When the angel appeared to Mary, it started her on a very special journey that we are invited to remember now.
This reflective prayer considers how Mary felt when the angel visited her and encourages us to take courage when life is scary. It can be used as part of a family service.
Simple craft creating a small Advent Wreath
Chalk Walks are a great way to engage local families and draw attention to encourage people into church. This is one example from a few years back
This is a great story for children under 7. The leader reads the phrases and the children provide actions and sounds. Joseph & Mary went on a lo…o…o…ng trip (walk on the spot) They went to Bethlehem to be counted in a census (count from one to five) There was no room in the inn….
Children Finding Faith Francis Bridger (CPAS, SU) How can we help children know God? Bridger looks at the ways in which children develop physically, mentally and emotionally, and shows how these insights can help us share the gospel more effectively with children. Every Child a Chance to Choose: The Challenge of Children’s Evangelism Penny…
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