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Advent at Home

Advent tell us Christ is near . . .
     Christmas tells us Christ is here


"Advent" means "coming." In the four weeks before Christmas, the Christian Church pauses to reflect and think about what Jesus' birth means for the world and for our own lives. We expect the birth of Jesus and we wait for the time when Jesus comes again. We use purple for the color of Kings because we are waiting for the coming of the King of all. Advent is one of the easiest seasons for Christians to celebrate at home. On this page you will find ideas on how to keep a faithful Advent.

ACTIVITIES FOR ADVENT

Make an Advent Wreath

Advent wreaths are a traditional way to light the way through Advent. They can be made of all sorts of things, use what is in your yard or cupboards - be creative and have fun making your wreath! Here are some ideas to get you started!
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Add this paper chain​ of Jesus' names to your wreath
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While 3 purple candles and 1 pink are traditional,
​all white is lovely
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Use purple and pink tissue paper, Modgepodge and your kids' hand prints to make this easy wreath

Advent Devotionals

These are easy to use with or without wreaths and calendars.
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Download this devotional for family use
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Download this devotional for adults

Advent Calendars

​A calendar is an easy way to keep track with learning, and fun here are a few to check out
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Click here to download and print this family Advent Calendar
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These daily prayer cards are another type of Advent calendar.
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Praying in Color offers these templates for keep a daily practice

Make a Nativity for Play

Playing with the figures in the nativity scene is one of the best ways for children to learn the story. These scenes are fun to make and will keep more grown-up figures safe!
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Download this easy paper set -
​just cut and glue.
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These figures are cut out and glued around empty tp rolls. You can download the figures precolored or black and white for kids to color.
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  • HOME
  • I'M NEW
    • About Us
    • LGBTQ / Open & Affirming
    • Our Mission
    • People at Eliot
    • Contact
    • Accessibility
    • Safe Church
  • OUR WORK
    • Music >
      • All things music
      • Performers at Eliot
    • Climate Work >
      • Climate Clad
      • Solar Panels at Eliot Church
    • Anti-Racism Work >
      • What is Racial Profiling?
    • Eliot & Indigenous People
  • PARTICIPATE
    • Worship >
      • Song, Word, and Prayer
      • In Need of Prayer?
    • Volunteer Options
    • Women's Spirituality
    • Annual Fellowship Events
  • RESOURCES
    • Pastor's Diary
    • Church Documents
    • Rent our Space >
      • Weddings
  • DONATE
  • LIVESTREAM