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Vera and Cynthia I have taken note on your choices ;-)

Good morning :-)

Keep the coffee cremes for me please :-D


Here is today's door


https://calendar.myadvent.net/?id=f72f8b2226aa3d9054c76612b1abec53


Cx :-)

I am still enjoying the calendar Cynthia. I like the theme of Hope. Have you found the chocs yet Emma? Save me the Turkish Delight one please :-D

We had the funeral today of the third local lady that has recently died. It was at the local church with the same vicar as last time. It was a superb service again; this man really does have just the right touch and I got to wondering what it is that makes him so good. I realised the 3 best priests I have ever come across all came to the priesthood later in life and I think their experience of life outside the church has given them an extra edge. Would you agree?

:-D :-D will do Cynthia.

I Hope to find some...see what I did there :-)

Good morning :-)

Good to hear that, thanks Emma. As for the chocolates......help yourself :-D :-D


Today's door.

https://calendar.myadvent.net/?id=f72f8b2226aa3d9054c76612b1abec53

Cx :-)

Am enjoying the advent calendar Cynthia thank you.x

But...where are the chocolates hiding ;-) :-)

Good morning :-)


It's very quiet round here...…..everyone okay?


Today's door on the Advent calendar....

https://calendar.myadvent.net/?id=f72f8b2226aa3d9054c76612b1abec53


Cx :-)

Good morning :-)

Thanks Vera - just trying something different! :-D

Lighting the Advent candles is always exciting for little ones.....and the not so old I guess! :-D

The link...

https://calendar.myadvent.net/?id=f72f8b2226aa3d9054c76612b1abec53


Cx :-)

Thank you Cynthia, the advent calendar opens perfectly and I am enjoying opening the daily box.

Hello all

I'm liking your Advent Calendar theme for this month Cynthia. Thank you.

There was just one Baptism in church on Sunday and our Rector asked the 4 year old sister of the baby to come and light the first Advent Candle. She was so excited.

The first candle is coloured purple and symbolizes "Hope." It's sometimes referred to as the Prophecy Candle in remembrance of the prophets, especially Isaiah who foretold the birth of Christ.

Wrap up and keep warm everyone during the cold weather.

Good morning :-)

It's certainly a bit nippy this morning. I hope the Advent calendar is accessible - if you would prefer the prayer here on the page instead, please let me know.


https://calendar.myadvent.net/?id=f72f8b2226aa3d9054c76612b1abec53

Cx :-)

Lovely Cynthia, thank you x

Good morning :-)

It was only last night that I realised I hadn't popped in yesterday....apologies!

Yesterday was Advent Sunday and, with that in mind, we think of Advent Calendars. Advent is the 4 week period before Christmas - the birth of Christ. Many churches have an Advent wreath consisting of 5 candles. One candle is lit on each Sunday leading up to Christmas Day and then the 5th candle is lit.

I have been stretching my meagre brains to their limit and hope I have created something different ….I am using it on my church's FB page and thought I would share it here too...….


https://calendar.myadvent.net/?id=f72f8b2226aa3d9054c76612b1abec53


Hope it works for you - let me know! Cx :-)

Hello all

Brrrrrr, Jack Frost is around here today.

Happy St Andrew's Day to Emma and all our Scottish friends on GR
Enjoy your Burns Supper of neeps and tatties today. Don't forget the Haggis.

Wrap up and keep warm everyone. xx

Good morning :-)


We have been looking at bedtime prayers, but obviously, we can pray any time of the day. Having a set time where we teach our children to pray may help instil in them a lifetime habit of talking with the Lord.



Forgive, O Lord, for Thy dear Son
The ill that I this day have done.
That with the world, myself, and Thee
I, ere I sleep, at peace may be.


Cx :-)

Good morning :-)

I'm pleased you like these simple prayers......they are good for adults too aren't they?

The benefits of bedtime prayers for children.

Praying every day builds discipline in kids, especially as their faith begins to grow each day. Maintaining a routine each day helps keep kids disciplined. Praying can have a great effect on children, especially if parents are having a hard time disciplining them. Prayer discipline is good for adults too!

“Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me:
Bless Thy little child tonight;
Through the darkness be Thou near me,
Keep me safe till morning light.
All this day Thy hand has led me,
And I thank Thee for Thy care;
Thou hast warmed me, clothed me, fed me;
Listen to my evening prayer.


Cx :-)

Hello all

I also have loved reading the children's prayers this week. Thank you Cynthia.

I have been reminded of this very simple prayer from my own childhood.

Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
Bless the bed that I lay on
And Blessed Guardian-Angel keep
Me safe from danger whilst I sleep.

Tis interesting that while the Disciples couldn't stay awake in the garden before the arrest of Jesus two shared a dream of Jesus talking to two OT Patriachs Moses and Elijah

Lovely prayers for children, thank you Cynthia.
Made me smile reading them and their simplicity x

Good morning :-)

The benefit of bedtime prayers for children....


Praying Strengthens Faith in God
The best way for parents to help and maintain their child’s faith in God is by having them pray before bedtime. Even if kids are unable to visit places of worship, due to school and homework, they still maintain a connection to God. Having a specific prayer time builds a habit that is likely to continue into adulthood as well.

This prayer asks for God’s care and guidance. It also asks God to bless all the people who love you.

“Lord in heaven, hear my prayer,
Keep me in your loving care.
Be my guide in all I do.
Bless all those who love me, too.”


Cx :-)