An Advent wreath is often placed on the family table. A new candle is lighted each Sunday during the four weeks of Advent, and the same candles are lighted at meals. Scripture readings precede the lighting of the candles, and provide wonderful opportunities for children to be involved in family devotion and prayer.
Advent traditions help teach The Way to children, especially when they are involved in reading the daily scriptures.
My children are adults now. I hope you'll involve your children in meaningful Advent practices while you can. They'll be all-grown-up and on-their-own before you know it.
Psalm 34:11-15 - Come, children, listen to me. I will teach you the fear of the Lord. Which of you wants a full life? Who would like to live long enough to enjoy good things? Keep your tongue from saying evil things and your lips from speaking deceitful things. Turn away from evil, and do good. Seek peace, and pursue it! The Lord's eyes are on righteous people. His ears hear their cry for help.
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