Mary treasured special moments in her heart. Take a photo or draw a picture of your family doing something that you treasure in your hearts. Ideas could include praying together, playing games, eating a family meal or vacationing. Journal special words that have been...
Mary and Joseph had both challenges and joys as they raised Jesus. Offer a spoken or written prayer for the children in your family – immediate family, extended family, family of faith. Thank God for creating each child in God’s image. Ask for guidance as you serve as...
Pile in the car and drive around the community looking at Christmas lights. Look for all the characters in the Christmas story including Mary, Joseph, the angels, the wise men, some animals, the innkeeper and, of course, Baby Jesus!
Sunday School guides, teachers and other volunteers give generously of their time, helping us understand God’s teaching. Write a thank you note to someone and deliver it in person on Sunday or mail it.
Discuss what your family has done this year that would be considered a “gift to the Lord.” Think of a way you could give one more “gift to the Lord” this holiday season. Consider creating a gift for another person, helping a child or family in need, making a financial...
Mary and Joseph were amazed at the things that were said about their son. Take a few minutes to say one nice thing about each member of your family. Write these down and put them with your holiday decorations to uncover next year.
