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- Advent Begins — Hope!
Today is the first Sunday of Advent! During Advent, we get ready for Jesus, the Light of the World. Watch this short video about Advent. You can also light a virtual Advent wreath here. This week we light the candle of Hope, because God’s promises bring light to the world. - Advent Craft — Stars of Hope
Stars help us look for signs of Jesus. Make a star to hang in your house as a reminder to watch for God’s light around you! You can try a paper star, or make one from pipe cleaners, beads, popsicle sticks, or just draw and decorate one however you like. - Story Connection — Waiting with Eyes Open
Listen to Waiting by Kevin Henkes. The characters are waiting and watching, just like us in Advent! Paul tells us in Romans 13 to “wake up” and pay attention to how Jesus is already working in the world. While we wait for Christmas, we can also look around and notice love, kindness, and hope happening right now. - Wonder Together
- I wonder what it feels like to wait for something exciting.
- I wonder what it means to “wake up” to God’s love.
- I wonder where you see signs of hope this week.
- I wonder how your star can remind you to look for Jesus every day.
