Chrt of Chrtma s Written by David Mead Illustrated by Chr Sharp
December s here! Let s decorate, Put up tree, fill cookie plates! Let s rush out to shopping malls, Sing carols, deck halls! I m glad that Day near. I love th special time of year, Because I know, right from start, That Jesus birth at heart.
Each moment with my family, Like when we trim tree, Is a reminder of love Our Far sends from heaven above. And at heart, each decoration Is for birthday celebration!
When I see candles glowing bright, Or any or light, I think of Jesus Chrt who comes To shine God s Light on everyone!
Even winter snow I see Reminds me of God s gift to me. Chrt makes me clean and new, I know. My heart bright like fallen snow.
of Chrt An Advent Activity Sheet C Th side shows FRONT of centerpiece. 2017 by for Parh, a divion of Bayard, Inc. CHSS hrtmas comes with colored lights, Snowmen, trees and or sights. But re a better part, Something special at heart. S ilver bells are jingling. Carolers join in and sing. My heart starts to beat along. Every note a welcome song. G reeting cards are being sent. Presents wrapped like peppermint. Giving helps remind me of Our great gift from God above. W hat s heart of all th joy? God sends us a baby boy! Chrt born! And now we say He s heart of Day! e s v n i t o i a t e a r C nic e u l p m m m a o S C
Slot B Tree FRONT (Colorful) SIDE Slot B Chrt of Chrtma s Manger FRONT (Colorful) SIDE Slot A Slot A Slot B An Advent Activity Sheet Read story from Bible. Do words of Luke 2:1-18 sound familiar? What your favorite way to tell th story? PRAY TODAY that God s Word moves you to act and share! Open a gift. It may be early, but let th one gift remind you that our greatest, most needed gift a Savior, which Chrt, Lord. PRAY TODAY thanking God for only gift that you truly need. Give an offering or donation. Give your gift without sharing who it from. Instead, write Chrt of on each gift. PRAY TODAY that God blesses those who collect for those in need. " Written by David Mead. Illustrated by Chr Sharp. 2017 by for Parh, a divion of Bayard, Inc. 1564 Fencorp Dr., Fenton, MO 63026. 800-325-9414. Printed in USA. www.creativecommunications.com CHSS Slot A Slot B Count candles in your house. Say out loud, Jesus Light of world. PRAY TODAY that light of h love may shine in you and through you to glory of God! of Hang a new ornament. Which ornaments on your tree do best job of saying, Chrt of. Make one that shares that message. PRAY TODAY that people see Jesus on dplay in you! Ring a bell today! Whenever you hear a jingle bell, a hand bell or a doorbell, think, Here comes Jesus! PRAY TODAY that story of Jesus birth rings out loud and clear th season. Chrt Help bake cookies! Remember that Jesus Bread of Life! Could you make a heartshaped cookie to share th year? PRAY TODAY for those who are hungry th season that y might be fed. Reread your cards. Which cards share news of Jesus birth? Put all your cards on dplay. PRAY TODAY for those who share gospel around world. Sing a song! You are singing along with Mary, Zechariah and even angels. Whenever music played, sing along! PRAY TODAY for all who make music for Lord. Address cards. Place some kind of symbol (maybe a heart with a cross inside) on each envelope! PRAY TODAY for people who receive your greetings... each of m by name. Play with a manger scene. Make a point to look at manger each day. Make sure figures are looking at manger, too! PRAY TODAY for people who have not yet found Savior. Point out pines in your home. Talk about your own family tree, your parents and grandparents. What traditions have y passed down? PRAY TODAY thanking Jesus for bringing you into God s family. Act out story. Perhaps you are in a pageant or play at church or school. Have fun telling story in that group. PRAY TODAY that people come toger to share God s love. Share stories about a decoration. Are re old favorites that you ve unpacked? Isn t it fun to see m again? PRAY TODAY that you hear story of in a new way. Go on a shopping trip. Look at all faces in crowded stores. Jesus came for every person that you see! PRAY TODAY that crowds of know it Jesus birthday. Wrap a gift. When you put gift tags on your presents, write words, Chrt of! on each one. PRAY TODAY and thank God for giving you greatest gift: Jesus! Look at an outdoor light dplay. Is re a way you can include a message about Jesus in lights on your house? PRAY TODAY for anyone who may pass your home today. Thank God for a warm place to live. Plan to go to a special church service. Are re special services at your church th season? Go to church expecting to see God re! PRAY TODAY that God opens your ears to hear H message. If it s snowy, make a snow angel. Let angels you see th time of year remind you of good news of great joy angel shared. PRAY TODAY for forgiveness that makes your heart whiter than snow. " Th side shows BACK of centerpiece. " Watch a special on TV. If you could make a show, how could you tell world that Chrt of? PRAY that someone hears about Jesus for first time today. " Pay attention to smells of. What smells like to you? Talk about what first may have smelled like. PRAY TODAY thanking God for h gift of love which always good. Get ready for company. As you welcome guests th season, remember that we also welcome Jesus into our home and life. PRAY TODAY for people who are far away from home th holiday. Look at photos of last. As you look, try to picture Jesus in each scene. He re loving, caring, blessing and sharing celebration. PRAY TODAY giving thanks for those who fill your good memories. Make a meal or treat to share. Are re special foods you only have at holidays? Could that special treat be shared with someone in need? PRAY TODAY for those in need of food or care th season. INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cut out Tree and Manger pieces along black lines. 2. Assemble centerpiece by first gently creasing Tree piece forward along scored line. 3. Gently bend back long base arms of Manger piece so that Slot A and Slot B of Manger piece align with corresponding slots on Tree piece. 4. Slide two pieces toger. 5. Put your centerpiece on dplay on dining room or kitchen table. 6. Cut out 24 heart pieces. Mix m up and place m heart-side-up inside ring formed by Tree and Manger pieces. 7. Each day of December, pick a heart from dplay. Follow directions for day, remembering that true centerpiece of all of our activities Chrt Jesus, whose birth reason for all or our celebration! Slot A
Chrt of Chrtma s As a child joins her family in festive holiday activities, she learns happy news that God s loving gift of Jesus truly centerpiece heart of our joy and celebration. Prepare for Jesus birthday in a new and meaningful way as you celebrate news that Chrt of. Find Chrt of activity sheet at center of th book and follow instructions for assembly. Dplay your Chrt of centerpiece throughout season. Each day of December, choose a heartshaped piece from dplay. Follow directions for day, remembering that Jesus at heart of all our joy and celebration. Copyright 2017 for Parh, a divion of Bayard, Inc.,1564 Fencorp Dr., Fenton, MO 63026. 800-325-9414. www.creativecommunications.com CHSB