1 9 4 Hope Love Joy and Peace

Time to Pray We begin our time of prayer with the Sign of the

Dear God, As we gather together, we ask you to bless us and bless

Leader: The first candle is a symbol of hope, the second candle is a

Christmas Time is Near. There’s a drum, drum in the air every where as

There’s a drum, drum in the air every where as cicadas throb out their

There’s drum, drum in the air every where as cicadas throb out their song.

References Pictures Creative commons. Song Annunciation (And She Said “Yes”) Marcy Weckler As One

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1. 9. 4. Hope, Love, Joy and Peace A Prayer for Advent

An Advent Prayer

Time to Pray We begin our time of prayer with the Sign of the Cross. In the name of the Father, And of the son, And of the Holy spirit, Amen.

Dear God, As we gather together, we ask you to bless us and bless this sacred space, a symbol of this holy season of Advent. Help us to get ready for Jesus at Christmas. Leader: Mary loved God so much, that she said “Yes” when the angel came to her and asked her to be the mother of Jesus. Help us to bring the gift of love to others this Christmas. Lord, hear us. Students: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Mary and her cousin Elizabeth were filled with joy when they were both having babies. Let us bring the gift of joy to others this Christmas. Lord, hear us. Students: Lord, hear our prayer.

Leader: The first candle is a symbol of hope, the second candle is a symbol of love, the third candle is a symbol of joy and the fourth candle is a symbol of peace. The Advent Wreath is our symbol of everlasting hope, love, joy and peace. Let us bring the gifts of hope, love, joy and peace to others this Christmas. Lord, hear us. Students: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Loving God, we thank you for the gift of Jesus at Christmas. Fill our hearts with the gifts of hope, love, joy and peace this Advent and always. Students: Amen

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Christmas Time is Near. There’s a drum, drum in the air every where as cicadas throb out their song. There’s a pound, pound of the waves on the beach as the tide stretches out on the shore. Gum leaves crackle under our feet, Christmas bush blooms red and pink and We share presents and lots to eat. Christmas time is near.

There’s a drum, drum in the air every where as cicadas throb out their song. There’s a pound, pound of the waves on the beach as the tide stretches out on the shore. Other countries may have snow, Here we have a summer’s glow. It fills our heart with joy and hope. Christmas time is near.

There’s drum, drum in the air every where as cicadas throb out their song. There’s a pound, pound of the waves on the beach as the tide stretches out on the shore. Peace on earth, good will to all, Let’s all try and try again! Love and care, God bless. Amen. Christmas time is near.

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