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Our CHRISTMAS Story Part 1

Our CHRISTMAS Story Part 1

Over the next few days, we will explore ways to learn to tell Luke 2 (the birth narrative) TOGETHER! Though these activities are meant to be intergenerational, some activities may require reading, in which case I will note possible alternatives for non-readers. In addition, though I provide a translation based on the NRSV and CEB, for the younger set, you may want to find a good children’s version and learn it by heart–the introduction to Luke 2 might present a particular challenge….

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How to Dress for a Manger Visit

How to Dress for a Manger Visit

“Our Christmas Story: Intergenerational Story-Learning” will be released tomorrow (a day later than expected)…but that doesn’t mean I can’t give you a great idea for this Advent/Christmas with the family (or in church) TODAY…. Actually, it’s not my idea at all–it comes from a wonderful member of my congregation–and I will let Lauren tell you all about it! Becoming the Nativity Set: A Family Tradition My parents bought their first nativity set in 1972—an East German carousel-like set with a…

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Advent & Christmas at Faith and Wonder: DETAILS!

Advent & Christmas at Faith and Wonder: DETAILS!

A Summary of What’s to Come… There is much to choose from this Advent at Faith and Wonder–check out the offerings below and to see how you, your family, or your church might engage with the stories of God this Advent and Christmas! Tales from the Jesse Tree: An Advent Podcast Series (Begins December 1st) **5 days a week of audio storytelling beginning December 1st **Features stories from the Jesse Tree–including some traditionally left off the branches (ehem…the women’s stories)…

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The wait is over…almost.

The wait is over…almost.

It’s been a bit quiet on the blog as of late, but I am excited to report that the wait is over…almost. I am busy working on a new installment of video-learning/telling experiences centered around the birth narrative from Luke 1-2…or, as my friend Becca Messman calls them, stories that’ll make your baby-bump jump.*  ** Looking for a way to engage yourself, your family, or your congregation during Advent? Always wanted to learn the Christmas story by heart? This 4-week experience…

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