Activities for Children & Families

Contact the Director of Children & Families Ministry, Pat Stone for more information at 603-744-8252

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We are in the season of Advent, the time when we prepare our hearts for Christmas, the birth of our Savior. In our church’s sanctuary you will see at the altar, a scene with the manger and a path leading to the cross. There is a book that I love to read both at Christmas and Easter, titled The Tale of Three Trees. It is a traditional folktale retold by Angela Elwell Hunt. It is a wonderful book to read with your children.

A countdown leading to Christmas is always a fun family activity. It can be as simple as a paper chain where you write a blessing on each link. You can make your own Advent wreath using nothing more than play-dough and birthday candles. Or make it a little more elaborate with an evergreen wreath and candles. Three purple candles, one pink, and one white candle which is in the center.

● 1st week light a purple candle which represents HOPE
● 2nd week light the 1st and 2nd candle. The 2nd candle represents LOVE
● 3rd week light the two purple candles and the pink candle. This represents JOY
● 4th week light the three candles and now the last purple candle. This represents PEACE.
● CHRISTMAS IS HERE! Light all candles and the white one, THE CHRIST CANDLE.

A blessed Christmas to you and yours.

Activities

Our Children & Families Ministry provides materials for parents to share with their kids. Please enjoy all the resources available here!

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

The Bible App for Kids: YouVersion for Kids

Focus on the Family’s PluggedIn for movies, books, and TV show reviews: https://www.pluggedin.com/

Devotional for Parents by Dr. James & Shirley Dobson: Night Light for Parents

HeartShaper Family Connections Newsletters:

Winter Family Connections Grades 4-6

Winter Family Connections K-3

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Ministry Messages for Youth

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