Imagine your kitchen table at Christmastime. Little voices giggle as little fingers flick off all the lights in the house. All that is left is darkness. And stillness. These Advent Candle readings have become my very favorite Advent tradition because of the emotional and physical hush they bring over the house. We intentionally quiet down […]
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Advent Reading, Week 3: Shepherds
Imagine your kitchen table at Christmastime. Childish voices giggle as little fingers flick off all the lights in the house. All that is left is darkness. And stillness. These Advent Candle readings have become my very favorite Advent tradition because of the emotional and physical hush they bring over the house. We intentionally quiet down […]
Advent Candle Reading, Week 2: Angels
Imagine your kitchen table at Christmastime. Noisy voices hush as small fingers flick off all the lights in the house. All that is left is darkness. And stillness. These Advent Candle readings have become my very favorite Advent tradition because of the emotional and physical hush they bring over the house. We intentionally quiet down […]
The First Advent Candle Reading (for families with young kids)
Try this first Advent candle reading with your family. Imagine your kitchen table at Christmastime. Little voices hush as small fingers flick off all the lights in the house. All that is left is darkness. And stillness. These Advent Candle readings have become my very favorite Advent tradition because of the emotional and physical hush […]
The Beauty of God’s Creation: A Guide to Helping Your Kids Appreciate Nature
When we take the time to get out and explore nature, we are astounded by the beauty that God has placed all around us. The trees, the flowers, the sky—all of it is breathtaking and worth celebrating. Unfortunately, many kids these days spend too much time inside playing video games or watching TV. This can […]
The 10 Best Books About Heaven for Kids
I was a children’s ministry director for nearly 12 years and was asked several times to recommend books about heaven for kids who had experienced loss. What follows are the ones I recommended back then, plus a few newer books. Also, if your child is directly dealing with the death of someone, this free resource […]
