How much time do you have tonight?
All three paths are shown: 15 minutes, then more for 30, then more for 60.
- 15 min
Read the verse
“And the LORD came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth.”
— 1 Samuel 3:10 (KJV) - 15 min
Sing
Let It Be as Thou Hast Said — from 31 Days of Christmas Hymns. Play it once, then sing the chorus together.
- 15 min
Pray together
Lord, You called Samuel in the night, again and again, until he answered You. Give the children in our home ears that listen for You. Give us all hearts that answer. Amen.
- 15 min
Do one thing
Make a card for someone who is tired.
- 30 min
The story
Jesse Tree evening 12 · Samuel — read 1 Samuel 3 in your Bible. Symbol to hang: a lamp.
For the children: Samuel called in the night.
- 30 min
Print
Colour square 11 on the printable calendarOrnament 12 · Samuel
- 60 min
Together: Make or tidy the wreath
Make an Advent wreath, or tidy the one you have, and set out the candle for next Sunday. Open
- 60 min
Talk about it
- How did Samuel know it was God calling him?
- What could you say to God tonight before you sleep?
- 60 min
Light a candle
Light 2 candles on the Advent wreath. How to keep the wreath.
Then light a candle for someone you carry in your heart on Light a Candle Together.
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