LAST SUNDAY - DEC 4
This past week were on zoom, we talked about Jesus, the One who brings hope to the world in particular to poor people, prisoners, sick people, people who are treated badly and those who need kindness. And, the fantastic idea that we get to help with that and maybe encourage those who need a bit of encouragement alongside Jesus.
THIS WEEK - DEC 11
ADVENT, WEEK 3: JOY
TO READ: Psalm 78:2-4
“I will open my mouth in a proverb; I will utter riddles from of old.
Which we have heard and known, and which our mothers and fathers have told us. We will not hide them from their daughters and sons; we will recount to generations to come the praiseworthy deeds of SHE WHO SPEAKS LIFE, and her might, and the wonderful works she has done.”
This is how it reads in the Women’s lectionary and I love the inclusivity of the language. In light of this - dig out a favourite Christmas story book. Talk about the colour of the characters in the illustrations if you need to unless you have a good one, in which case - please share!
TO PRAY
Jesus, thank you that you are real love, hope, joy and peace. May Your Love shine brightly in our lives, spreading hope, giving joy, and bringing peace to the world. Amen
SOMETHING YOU COULD DO TOGETHER
Pick up a Christmas Light Package on Sunday and go hunt some Christmas lights together with the hot chocolate and marshmallows, of course!
THIS SUNDAY MORNING -
Kids will be joining with the adults this Sunday morning to celebrate Christmas together because the theme for this week of Advent is JOY and we crusty old people need the children to help us remember what that means.
Here’s how you can get ready:
- Buy or make some Christmas baking to share (if you are able to)
- Dig out a Christmas sweater or pin decorations to a regular sweater so you can wear it on Sunday (if you want to)
- Join us live from 10:20 (or on zoom if you are too far away)
THE PLAN: ADVENT/CHRISTMAS
NOV 27: WILD KIDS OUTSIDE
DEC 4: KIDS @ HOME
DEC 11: LIVE CHRISTMAS WITH THE GROWN UPS
(COOKIES & SWEATERS & LOTS OF JOY! ALSO, PICK UP CHRISTMAS LIGHT ACTIVITY BAGS)
DEC 18: KIDS @ HOME
DEC 24: FAMILY CHRISTMAS EVE, 6PM
with St Matthew Anglican Church on Guildford Drive
JAN 1: WILD CHURCH - walk at Fishtrap Creek, 11am
bring your Christmas Light Bingo Cards for prizes