My Catholic Family

Christmas is getting closer. This is the time when we start to panic about all of the things we need to do between now and December 25. Take a breather from the worry today and let the spirit of advent visit your family.

There are many beautiful Christmas light displays this year. But Jesus is our true Christmas light! We long for his coming.

If you intend to mail Christmas cards and you haven’t done so yet, now is the time. Otherwise they will be post-Christmas cards.

Your kids might have made a list of some things they’d like to receive for Christmas. So for today’s advent activity, encourage them to make a list of all the things they already have which they are thankful for.

Today for your advent activity, why not do something nice for a neighbor? I’ve listed a few ideas below. Add your own ideas.

We went to the annual Festival of Lessons and Carols last night at our kid’s grade school. They put on a very nice presentation of carols and Bible readings. It made me think about how much caroling can help us think about the coming of the Christ child.

A good deeds chain is a simple paper chain, but you must do a good deed for each piece of paper you add. Make a long chain this advent!

Strengthen your family ties by having a family fun night tonight. Our favorite way to have a fun night is to play a board game or a card game together.

In the spirit of St. Nicholas, celebrate his feast day by doing one or more good deeds without looking for recognition or thanks. Some ideas are listed.