“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.”
Isaiah 9:2
We begin in the dark and light one small flame — the way hope begins.
The set for today
Bible reading · Isaiah 9:2–7
Light the first candle
How to
- Turn the lights low.
- Light one candle as you read.
- Ask: where do we need hope this year?
For example — Read the promise that a child will be born to bring light, then let each person name one hope.
Activity
The Hope candle
How to
- Set up an Advent wreath or four candles.
- Light one and let it burn while you talk.
- Blow it out together as a goodnight.
For example — Littlest ones love being the one to blow it out — give them the job.
You'll need4 candles or an Advent wreatha lighter
Prayer
A prayer for light
How to
- Gather close, make the Sign of the Cross.
- Say it slowly together, a line at a time.
- End with the Sign of the Cross.
For example — Come, Lord Jesus. Be our light in the dark, and our hope while we wait. Amen.
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