Gather: Let Heaven and Nature Sing Family Gathering

Many beautiful songs and hymns have been written throughout the ages to tell the Christmas story. These melodies and lyrics have become a part of our hearts, our homes, and our faith communities. The lyrics of these well-loved songs will come alive through crafts, games, prayer, food, and fellowship.

Everything needed to host a meaningful, beautiful, and faith-based Advent family gathering!
+All of the content is provided.
+Beautifully written with today's family in mind. 
+Six interactive stations including an angel ornament service project, manger craft, minute to win it games, family discussions, Advent reflections, etc. 
+The activities are hands-on and experiential, and the teachings connect faith to families' everyday lives.
*Please note, this digital PDF is for individual parish or school use only.

More Details: Each gathering is organized into stations. This offers directors and principals the chance to use the activities from start to finish, or to pick and choose the ones that best fit their needs. We have tried to include everything (and more!) to make this resource as easy to use as possible.

Stations (6): O Little Town of Bethlehem, Away in a Manger, Angels We Have Heard on High, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Mary Did you Know? and O Christmas Tree.

Includes: All scripts, opening and closing comments, activities, prayers, editable flyer, newsletter announcement, service project, printables (station names, banner, decor, printables, schedule), and more! PDF is 35 pages.

Suggested time for event: 1.5-2 hours

Customer Review: "We held the 'A Night in Bethlehem' Gathering at our church and our families loved it! There was a wonderful energy and also a sacred spirit throughout the evening. It was beautiful to watch parents engage with their children and families interact with other families. Felt like what you want church to be!" -Teresa, Director of Faith Formation