Getting ready for Christmas through Advent in 2024

 

There are many prayer opportunities during Advent to prepare ourselves for Christmas. 

• Share this Christmas Carol for Kids with your family
• Try making this Advent wreath with the children
• Read this thought provoking article: Advent in a time of War- Reconciling peace with a thirst for justice

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How will you participate in our Christmas celebrations?

 It will be a wonderful opportunity to come together .   

There are plenty of things that need to be done BEFORE…DURING…and AFTER!

 Plan ahead….Which Mass will you be attending?

For details of all the events through Advent and Christmas click this link:

Christmas Masses & Events Booklet

With many people away over the Christmas season, please check the sign up sheets and help out where you can.

 

 

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Advent Reconciliation : Tuesday 17th December at 6pm in the Church

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Apps and websites to enrich your Advent preparation and Christmas celebrations

FORMED

Formed sign up instructions PDF

Some suggestions:

On the HOME PAGE OF FORMED there is an ADVENT TAB which will take you to resources for adults and children.

• A 25-Day Journey to Prepare Your Heart for Christmas

  Embark on a powerful journey through Rooted: Rediscover the Jesse Tree with Dr. Scott Hefelfinger. In just 7 minutes a day, explore Scripture, uncover the stories of Christ’s ancestors, and experience meaningful Advent reflections that connect faith to your daily life.

• Advent: Rethinking the Season
• Advent Wreath drawing video for kids
• Advent through the Centuruies
• Advent Daily Reflections

PRAY AS YOU GO

The Cry from the Manger Advent Retreat

HALLOW ( paid subscription)

Some suggestions:

• Mary on the Mantel
• Jesse Tree Tales
• Mere Christianity
• Daily Reflections

AMEN

Advent meditations

 

If you find any other good resources please let us know so we can share them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Advent Resources for Families

Advent Calendar 2022 and Blessing of the Crib Prayer

Names of Jesus Advent Chain

Little Nativity Pack

 

 

Have you seen the AMEN app? Not just for Advent- but for the whole year

For apple and android