“Come, Thou long-expected Jesus, born to set Thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us; let us find our rest in Thee.”
Charles Wesley

With great anticipation we await the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Advent, with its call to prepare, bids us welcome the Christ Child with hearts made ready to receive him. The resources offered here give us the opportunity to truly celebrate the greatest gift of all time...Jesus!

Historical Perspective

• Christmas: History and Origin

Turning to Scripture

• The Christmas Cycle and the Twelve Days of Christmas
• The Christmas Story
• Jesus’ Genealogy

Activities and Devotions

• Pause and Reflect (Questions for Discussion based on Matthew’s and Luke’s Gospels)
• Celebrating Advent and Christmas (family and church school activities)