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 Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.”
— Luke 1:38 (KJV) - 15 min
Sing
They Went to See the Child — from 31 Days of Christmas Hymns. Play it once, then sing the chorus together.
- 15 min
Pray together
Father, Mary trusted You and said, Be it unto me according to thy word. Give us her open hands. Help us say yes to You, even when we do not understand everything. Amen.
- 15 min
Do one thing
Look for the brightest star.
- 30 min
The story
Jesse Tree evening 22 · Mary — read Luke 1:26–38 in your Bible. Symbol to hang: a lily.
For the children: Mary in the Atlas.
- 30 min
Print
Colour square 21 on the printable calendarOrnament 22 · Mary
- 60 min
Together: Hear Mary's song
Read Luke 1:46–55 and listen to The Handmaid's Song.
- 60 min
Talk about it
- How do you think Mary felt when the angel came?
- What is one way you can say yes to God this week?
- 60 min
Light a candle
Light 4 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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