Here is a special way to countdown to Christmas while using your Advent Wreath (or not!): Each night as you sit down for dinner, light the weekly candle(s) on your wreath and say the weekly prayer. Below, you will find prayers and ideas for Advent activites with your family.
First Week of Advent (11/27 - 12/3)
Light the first candle. The prayer for the first week of Advent is:
"Jesus, as we wait for your coming, help us not to be afraid and to trust in you. As we light this candle, we remember that you bring the light of hope into our lives. Amen."
Second Week of Advent (12/4 - 12/10)
Light the first and second candles. The prayer for the Second Week of Advent is:
"Jesus, John the Baptist told the people, “If you have two coats, give one to someone who doesn’t have any. If you have food, share it with someone else.” As we light this candle, we remember that you bring the light of service into our lives. Amen."
Activities for the Second Week of Advent:
- Talk with your family about what this week's prayer means. Discuss ways to share with those in need. Next time you are at Target or another clothing store, have your children help you choose a coat or two for a child in need. You can drop them off at church. Church School will continue to take nonperishable food donations until January 1.
- If you have older children, consider taking them to the Carver Center or another food bank to help organize canned goods.
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