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* Light a candle to remember the presence of Christ in your home and heart
* Take a couple of minutes to really listen to the lyrics of a Christmas hymn or sing one with your child
* Pick a scriptural motto to add to your advent calendar
* Read and /or reflect on Mary's Song found in Luke 1:46-55
* After your kids go to bed spend 5-10 minutes dedicated to silence
* Take responsibility today for one action that you would rather not claim
* Pick out a gift to give Jesus for his birthday from the justice ministry like Compassion International or World Vision; both ministries have gift catalogs.
* Spend five minutes looking at family baby pictures and talk as a family about the joy of welcoming a baby
* Make a birthday cake for Jesus
* Do something generous or kind for your spouse, try not to worry about them noticing
* Forgive someone or ask for forgiveness
* Initiate random act of kindness to a relative, friend, neighbor or stranger
* Have your child draw a picture and include a short note for someone that you know needs some encouragement or is lonely
* Go for a walk or enjoy creating something
Other ideas at:
- Advent reading plan from The Jesus Storybook Bible
http://homewiththeboys.net/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-curriculum-collectors-edition-and-more/
- Service ideas for kids/families
http://www.iheartnaptime.net/25-days-of-service/
http://lillightomine.com/light-em-up-2011.php
- 30 Ways to Keep Christ in Christmas
http://wearethatfamily.com/2012/11/30-ways-to-keep-christ-in-christmas/
- Salt Dough Advent Spiral
http://catholicfamilyvignettes.com/2010/12/01/salt-dough-advent-spiral/
- Free Printable Advent Cards
http://happyhomefairy.com/2010/11/30/bible-verse-advent-cards-free-printables/
