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10 Wonderful Ways to Celebrate Advent at Home

By Shari Lynne 29 Comments

Are you celebrating Advent at home?  Do you wonder what Advent is?  For a long time…even as a Christian, I did not know what Advent was.  There is no shame in not knowing…the Christian walk is about learning and growing…right?!  I wanted to share these 10 Wonderful Ways to Celebrate Advent at Home, so that you may consider having a fun and Christ Centered Christmas. 

I hope you will join me in Celebrating Advent.. because He has come and He will come again!

What is Advent

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  • 5 More Advent celebration ideas :
  • 6 Treasure hunt –
  • 7 I made a huge chalk board for our wall a while back..
  • 8 You can do Advent all in one night!! 
  • 9 Simple Advent Calendars and Books that keep the focus our Christ!
  • 10 More Christmas ideas
  • 11 Free Printable Gift tags
  • 12 Free Printable Recipe Cards
  • 13 How to Make a Homemade Centerpiece 

10 Wonderful Ways to Celebrate Advent at Home

What IS Advent?

1. ad·vent/ˈadˌvent/

Noun: 1. The arrival of a notable person, thing or event 2. The first season of the church year, leading up to Christmas and including the four preceding Sundays.

Advent does NOT need to be celebrated only on certain days (like Sundays) Use all of the ideas below to do what is BEST for YOUR family.  If you are starting a little late in December…THAT’S OK!

What is the history of Advent?

This video perfectly explains the history of Advent perfectly!

 

I also realize that not everyone wants to make Crafty Advent Calendars from scratch so I have added in some other fun Advent Craft kits that might be easier or give you more ideas!

25 Days of Service by I Heart Nap Time ~ I LOVE how Jamielyn did these acts of service for her advent!  Awesome idea!

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You can also order this little kit that is just like the one above, but with Scripture and activities already to go…simply click on the pic!

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This super cute Advent Calendar is so simple and yet so elegant!  by Most Lovely ThingsAdvent 2

Advent Calendar Kit - Christmas Countdown Calendar, 25Advent Calendar Kit – Christmas Countdown Calendar, 25

 

 

You can do so many things with these cute paper bags. They are already numbered and ready to go.

Simply put scripture and little treat in the bag and hang on the heavy twine with clothespins. All in a neat little kit!

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DaySpring Shepherd on the Search Activity SetDaySpring Shepherd on the Search Activity Set

 

You know the Elf on the Shelf rage that’s been going around these past 5 years or so. WELL DaySpring has a perfect way to participate in the ALL the FUN except keeping the focus on Christ for Christmas! Celebrate Advent with The Shepherd on the Search! Just like Elf on the Shelf, this adorable Shepherd comes with a book full of fun activities and adventures that will keep the kids guessing until Christmas! LOVE!

“During the Advent season, begin reading the story of your shepherd’s timeless journey in a beautifully illustrated interactive children’s book, and let the fun begin every day as you hide your shepherd and your children find him in a new place along the search! The shepherd’s journey begins anew every Christmas season and ends on Christmas day as your shepherd finds his way to the manger.”

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& Love this very simple Advent that can be pulled together in no time by Mess for Less

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Love, Love, Love this one!  25 names of Jesus, = 25 days of December!  Don’t you just love His Name!  This is what Christmas is all about!  Thank you Kojo Designs

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Super cute and meaningful Advent on the Refrigerator! Thank you Nike at Thrive

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I think I’m getting old because I love anything with clothespins!  This Advent Calendar by Abby of Just a Girl and her blog is so super cute and comes with Scripture Printables!

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Love this Jesse Tree Advent Calendar by the Unlikely Homeschool very elegant and simple.  She gives all of the Scripture verses to go along with it!

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You don’t have to do something every single day if this is just too overwhelming.  Many have 4 Candles and light one each Sunday or chosen day and simply read a portion of Scripture that goes along with that week.  Here are a couple of super simple Candle arrangements you could use.

This is a super pretty one, but you would use only 4 candles.  By Homestead Revival

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And another very simple but meaningful arrangement from Homespun Living.

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More Advent celebration ideas :

Treasure hunt –

Use The Shepherd on the Search from above or make your own! Children love treasure hunts. There’s nothing quite as exciting as searching the house, knowing that a gift is waiting somewhere. To celebrate Advent each year,  wrap little trinkets, chocolates and books,  hide each morning.  Then write simple rhymes  and Scripture for each day, offering clues for the search. 

I made a huge chalk board for our wall a while back..

We put 1 scripture a day up on it as we counted down till Christmas.  I also put one question either pertaining to our lives regarding the scripture or to the scripture itself ..if my kids have looked up the scripture and give me an answer to the question or give me a heart answer..I give them a little treat…

Since I have very busy teens,  it would be unreasonable for me to expect them to sit down every night have a big family time.  So using the chalk board is easy,  quick and still getting to the heart of Christmas!

You can do Advent all in one night!! 

Sit in a group and take turns reading scripture.  Talk about how this applies to your life.  Light 1 candle after each of 7 Scriptures are read..  Serve some very special desserts for the end to celebrate Christ’s coming again!

Simple Advent Calendars and Books that keep the focus our Christ!

 I absolutely LOVE Ann Voskamp!  A Mom to many, her writing style and love for God shines through every page of this wonderful interactive devotional book. 

 The Wonder of the Greatest Gift: An Interactive Family Celebration of AdventThe Wonder of the Greatest Gift: An Interactive Family Celebration of Advent

 

 The Way to the Manger: A Family Advent DevotionalThe Way to the Manger: A Family Advent Devotional Unwrapping the Names of Jesus: An Advent DevotionalUnwrapping the Names of Jesus: An Advent Devotional Unwrapping the Greatest Gift: A Family Celebration of ChristmasUnwrapping the Greatest Gift: A Family Celebration of Christmas Advent Devotions for Busy FamiliesAdvent Devotions for Busy Families Advent StorybookAdvent Storybook Welcome Baby Jesus: Advent and Christmas Reflections for Families (English and English Edition)Welcome Baby Jesus: Advent and Christmas Reflections for Families (English and English Edition) God With Us…For Kids!: A Love God Greatly Advent Study Journal For Kids!God With Us...For Kids!: A Love God Greatly Advent Study Journal For Kids!

 

Be Blessed Today!

More Christmas ideas

Free Printable Gift tags

Free Printable Recipe Cards

How to Make a Homemade Centerpiece 

I’ve joined up with some other wonderful bloggers to bring you more great Christmas ideas:

  1. 65 Stocking Stuffers for a Teen Guy – Do you have a teen guy on your list and you just can’t think what to buy for him this year? Well Mitzi comes to your rescue with no less than 65 stocking stuffer ideas!
  2. How to Prepare for Christmas Dinner – If you’re hosting Christmas Dinner this year you will not want to miss Candi’s schedule for making sure everything runs smoothly.

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About Shari Lynne

Mom to 7 and Grammy to almost 8! Helping busy Moms with easy recipes, meal plans, freezer meals, thrifty living and devotionals for everyday living.

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Comments

  1. Jennifer A says

    November 26, 2014 at 7:43 am

    Pinned for later, thank you!

    Reply
  2. Heather says

    December 1, 2014 at 6:32 am

    These ideas are awesome! Makes our felt christmas tree advent look cheesy!

    Reply
  3. Erin says

    December 1, 2014 at 6:33 am

    These are all so lovely! We celebrate Advent already but I’m really loving the acts of service style Advent featured. There’s nothing more fulfilling than helping others… not just at Christmas time but what an excellent excuse to do more! <3

    Reply
    • Shari Lynne says

      December 1, 2014 at 3:47 pm

      I loved that too Erin! So creative and so worthwhile..a servants heart..I mean isn’t that what Christ came for?! Thanks so much for stopping by! Blessings

      Reply
  4. Andee Zomerman says

    December 1, 2014 at 6:48 am

    Yay for things other than gross, low-quality chocolate! Thank you for the post.

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    • Shari Lynne says

      December 1, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      LOL I know right! But I do love chocolate..any kind! HA! Not for Advent though 😀 Thanks for stopping by Andee! Blessings!

      Reply
  5. Mitzi says

    December 1, 2014 at 8:28 am

    Growing up, my church never emphasized Advent so I didn’t really know much on how to celebrate it until I was older with my own child. Once kids came along, I started incorporating Advent–celebrating in our own Smith House way–to focus our family traditions on the birth of Jesus.

    Always looking for more ways to celebrate– thanks for these ideas 🙂

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  6. Heather M says

    December 1, 2014 at 8:51 am

    I lvoe this time of year and we never get around to doing anything special for Advent. I am saving this list for ideas.

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  7. Jennifer at Making Our Life Matter says

    December 1, 2014 at 2:13 pm

    I love this post. The kids are older, but I still think that we should be doing more advent things, instead of just being “ready for Christmas”. Thanks for these cute ideas.

    Reply
  8. Finaorlena says

    December 1, 2014 at 2:17 pm

    Spotted your post over at The Art of Home-Making Mondays on Strangers & Pilgrims… Thanks for sharing!

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    • Shari Lynne says

      December 1, 2014 at 3:45 pm

      Hi Finaorlena! Thank you for stopping by! Blessings to you! 😀

      Reply
  9. Carol Mills says

    December 2, 2014 at 3:21 am

    Thank you for the great ideas of how to incorporate Jesus into my kids lives in a much more meaningful and life enriching way than a punch out window hiding a piece of chocolate. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  10. Steph says

    December 2, 2014 at 5:40 am

    These are great ideas! Saving these for next year!

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  11. Candi @ A Day in Candiland says

    December 2, 2014 at 1:11 pm

    These are such cute ideas. I love how clever they are. I like them all.

    Reply
  12. Sybil Brun says

    December 2, 2014 at 10:35 pm

    This is so practical and incredibly helpful! Thank you so much for sharing at Make A Difference Mondays! Pinning now : )

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  13. Nathana says

    December 3, 2014 at 6:35 am

    Even though I have always been a Christian, and even seen these countdown calendars, I never heard it referred to as “Advent,” now I hear it everywhere. I really like the meaning and purpose behind it. When we have our daughter next year, it will be a special tradition that we can start. I really liked the bulbs with the different names of Jesus because you can discuss each one as a family before your child places it on the tree each night. 🙂 I also saw a great idea floating around a couple blogs of wrapping up 25 Christmas books, mostly children’s books or easy chapter books. Each day your children pick out one to unwrap and read–it is a fun and educational way to celebrate Advent. Thanks for sharing great ideas!

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  14. Brittany @ Equipping Godly Women says

    December 3, 2014 at 10:28 am

    What a great list of ideas! And I love the video too. I grew up in a Christian home, but we never really celebrated “Advent” specifically. Will be sharing on social media!

    Reply
  15. Jenny says

    December 3, 2014 at 10:03 pm

    Thank you for the Advent roundup. It’s nice to see new ideas on such an old tradition.

    Reply
  16. Deb Wolf says

    December 5, 2014 at 8:24 am

    Shari, These are awesome ideas. I especially like the one with the flower pots and the one with the tin pan. Thanks so much for adding it to the Blessing Counters Link Party. Blessings and hugs my friend!

    Reply

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