Several new books help share God’s stories with children: The Bible for Young Children by Marie-Hélène Delval (Eerdmans), Animals of the Bible for Young Children by Marie-Hélène Delval (Eerdmans), The Nativity from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke by Ruth Sanderson (Eerdmans), and Children of God Storybook Bible by Archbishop Desmond Tutu (Zondervan).Advent Devotional
Expecting: Devotions for Advent by Scott Hoezee. Faith Alive Christian Resources, 2010.
"As we enter a new Advent season," says Hoezee, "it may be good to ask ourselves how often we reflect on the fact that this creation is 'pregnant' with the new creation." These Advent devotions help you get ready for Christmas. Bulk pricing available.Christmas Computer Program
Fluffy and God's Amazing Christmas Adventure. Sunday Software.
Designed for ages 5 to 15, this computer program (CD) contains six learning areas for classroom and home use along with participant worksheets.
Jesse Tree
New devotions to coincide with the making of a Jesse Tree can be found on the RCA website at www.rca.org/advent. Ideas for celebrating cultural festivals can also be found there.
Saint Nicholas
Saint Nicholas: A Story of Joyful Giving. Vision Video.In this VeggieTales episode, Laura Carrot is concerned that her Christmas stocking may be empty this year since her father could possibly lose his job. Bob tells a story of a little boy named Nicholas who made a discovery in Bethlehem. View this DVD and see the Veggies learn the true joy of giving to others. Be sure to find more on St. Nicholas at http://www.stnicholascenter.org/.
Compiled by Jane Schuyler, congregational support specialist for the Reformed Church in America. Contact Jane at jschuyler@rca.org; (800) 968-6065.
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