Three years ago I wanted to prepare my children, the eldest then 3 and a half, spiritually for Christmas and to offset the secular messages that bombarded them from well, September onwards. Eventually I decided to take a different approach to the Advent calendars that offered a chocolate or a lolly for each day of […]
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Such a peaceful serenity can be experienced being outdoors. You can see it in your children and in yourself. The fresh breeze, the tranquility and beauty of nature, it can lead us into inspiration, awe and wonder at God’s creation. What a perfect setting to pray? You will be free from the distractions of
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This year our family has been getting especially excited for the Advent and Christmas seasons. As our family grows, each year I try to add one new tradition to our Advent and Christmas routines. This year that new tradition is the renowned Jesse Tree! The Jesse Tree is a medieval practice of preparing our hearts
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Although I have done this in readiness for Christmas, you can use other fabric for this and make a dress that can be worn at any time of the year. You could even use a long sleeve and thicker skirt fabric for a winter weight dress. What you’ll need: Girls t-shirt, 50cm fabric, 12inch of
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Advent Day 24 This activity completes the ongoing Nativity Story activity and is a nice keepsake for your children. You will need: Completed colouring activities from days 4, 9, 13, 19 and 22 Some coloured paper or card for a cover Pencils Stapler What to do: Encourage your children to decorate a cover for their
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What child doesn’t love a birthday party? Here’s a unique way to keep in mind that Christmas is Jesus’ birthday! You will need: Party decorations Cake or cupcakes Birthday candles What to do: Hold a birthday party for Jesus! Make a cake, or cupcakes. Light the candles and sing Jesus happy birthday. Encourage your children
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Just a few days and activities left until Christmas now! During the fourth week of Advent you will need the following supplies: Day Twenty-Two – The Nativity Story: The Wise Men A nativity story book, pencils and paper Day Twenty-Three – Throw A Birthday Party For Jesus Cake or cupcakes, birthday candles, party hats
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After a few days of fun, but busy activities, settling down with the Christmas story and a simple colouring activity is a nice way to prepare for Christmas. You will need: A Christmas story book or picture Bible A picture of the Three Wise Men for colouring Pencils What to do: Read/share the Christmas story
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You can make these for your own children but they also make a nice handmade gift for other children at Christmas time. There are two options here but feel free to create your own designs! RIBBON OPTION You will need: T-shirt Ribbon Sequins Masking tape Needle and thread What to do: Start by cutting nine,
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This is a very simple activity that is not time consuming and recycles things that are just lying around the house. You will need: Jar lids, cleaned and stickers removed Strong craft glue or hot glue gun Last year’s Christmas cards Small amounts of ribbon, lace and other trims What to do: Start by cutting
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