How about looking at the everyday decor element in a whole new way? Check out these last minute pretty candle ideas for Christmas.

On a first Monday of Advent- a group of 120 women gathered in a beautiful space, with wonderfully prepared food and tables with Nativity centerpieces. To Welcome friends and family To Share small pieces of our lives To Give Thanks for the ADVENT gift To be Reminded of the LIGHT that Jesus brings To Think of young Mary- who pondered being the Gift-bearer To Know that God still needs His people to bring HOPE to others To Listen to Bible readings that tell of Old Testament promises made into…

Worship Leaders –– add depth to the Christmas season by sharing the meaning of Advent plus 8 ways to celebrate it in your Christian church.

I was invited to a special event at our church this evening called Advent by Candlelight. It was WONDERFUL! The purpose was to spend an hour...

Last year, my internet friend Caitlin posted about a candlelight nativity her family had done on Christmas Eve. I was intrigued. When I asked if I could have a copy of the script, she kindly sent it over…and it was beautiful. Unsurprisingly, it was almost identical to the nativity script my family has used for […]

Focus on the true meaning of Advent this Christmas season by observing these simple ideas that include wreath and candle ideas, as well as recipes and crafts. If you struggle to keep the meaning of the season at the forefront of your family’s traditions, try a quiet Advent celebration!

Posts about holidays written by Bruce Stambaugh

We had some great ideas for how to make your Christmas Eve services an effective outreach for your community.