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Our names are a special part of who we are. Do your children realize that God knew their names even before they were born…moreadvent

adventJust as Mary was chosen to be the mother of Christ, so Joseph was chosen to be Jesus' earthly father. God showed confidence in Joseph's character when…moreadvent

adventJoseph and Mary's trek from Nazareth to Bethlehem was more complicated than a holiday road trip to see relatives. The total distance…moreadvent

adventCut out the shape of an angel, no more than 5 inches high, in a piece of dark construction paper. Then help each child…moreadvent

adventEncourage your children to dress up like shepherds. Help them put on a bathrobe or large towel secured with a belt. Place…moreadvent

adventThe Magi were distinguished men from the Far East who traveled a great distance to honor Jesus after His birth. They followed a star that eventually…moreadvent

adventJesus was born in a stable and was laid in an animal's feeding trough. While this isn't the place you would expect a king to sleep, it was all…more

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2011 Advent Calendar — Week 1

2011 Advent Calendar — Week 2

2011 Advent Calendar — Week 3

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