A collection of resources for parishes to use during the Advent Season.
Participants will reflect on giving the gift of themselves this Christmas.
The purpose of this session is to deepen participants' understanding of the person and mission of John the Baptist. Unique among the prophets, he was called both to tell it like it is and like it could be. He prepared the way for Jesus, as each of us is called to prepare the reign of God. • By Kathleen O'Connell Chesto
A small group faith sharing resource based on the Advent readings from Cycle C.
A small group faith sharing resource based on the Advent readings from Cycle B.
A small group faith sharing resource based on the Advent readings from Cycle A.
Help children make Names of Jesus ornaments or Card Ornaments to get ready for the birth of Jesus.
Help children make Christmas greeting cards as a way to express their love and care for others.
In this session, youth through adults will reflect on getting ready to celebrate Christmas and alternate gift-giving ideas.
Making Bible bookmarks for Christmas is an ideal project for younger children.
Use music to help prepare participants for the birth of the Messiah. You can use live or recorded music.
Sponsor a film festival using one or more Christmas feature films.
Help participants prepare for the birth of the Messiah by creating an Advent calendar.
This small group session focuses on learning about Jesus through the readings of Advent and Christmas.
The mystery of the Incarnation describes the awesome reality that God became one of us in order to show us how to live, to re-unite us with Him, and to share in our humanity!
Use the book Acting Out the Gospels by Mary Kathleen Glavich, SND, to dramatize the Infancy Narratives.
In this all-ages session, participants will explore the "who" of Jesus through the Advent readings.
Use this as an opening or closing prayer for a parish Advent gathering or around your family table.
A Jesse tree is a bare branch that holds symbols of all the people who waited and prepared for the coming of the Messiah. It is this love and preparation that make flowers burst forth from the branch, and this is why a stark branch, rather than an evergreen tree, is used. • By Kathleen O'Connell Chesto
This activity is designed to encourage families to celebrate with Advent wreaths by giving them the opportunity to make them together. It will be necessary to have the families sign up in advance so that you will know how much material you will need. • By Kathleen O'Connell Chesto
This learning session guides learners of all ages to develop a deeper understanding of Jesus the Messiah through the exploration of Advent readings and traditions.
This is a 90-minute intergenerational session for Advent. The focus of the session is Isaiah 61:10, which is a verse from the second reading for the 3rd Sunday of Advent, Year B. The session may be used for Advent of any year, and it includes one take-home activity.
Help parents and children explore the meaning of Advent and how we can prepare well for Christmas.
This Faith Festival is designed to help households be mindful as they prepare for Christmas by getting hearts and minds focused on the real celebration! • By Jane Angha
This 90-minute faith festival engages families and all parishioners in exploring how they can be the light of Christ during the Advent season. • By Jim Merhaut
This Faith Festival is designed to engage participants in the spirit of preparation for the Lord that John the Baptist exemplifies each Advent season. • By Jim Merhaut
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